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From Excel to Excellence: Transforming Cybersecurity Workforce Management | A Brand Story with Deidre Diamond, Founder and CEO of CyberSN, and Carraig Stanwyck, CEO and Former Fortune 200 CISO | A Black Hat USA 2025 Conference On Location Brand Story
The corridors of Black Hat 2025 in Las Vegas buzzed with conversations about AI and emerging threats, but one of the most compelling discussions centered on something decidedly human: how we actually manage our cybersecurity teams. Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder and CMO of ITSPmagazine, connected with longtime industry co
The Agentic AI Myth in Cybersecurity and the Humanity We Risk When We Stop Deciding for Ourselves | Reflections from Black Hat USA 2025 on the Latest Tech Salvation Narrative | A Musing On Society & Technology Newsletter
Walking the floors of Black Hat USA 2025 for what must be the 10th or 11th time as accredited media—honestly, I've stopped counting—I found myself witnessing a familiar theater. The same performance we've seen play out repeatedly in cybersecurity: the emergence of a new technological messiah promising to solve all our
How to Lose a CISO in 10 Words (or Less) | Straight Talk, Not Spin: Black Hat’s Hard Truths | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Our Black Hat USA 2025 coverage closes with candid conversations about what CISOs really want from vendors—clear, honest communication that connects directly to their operational needs. Sean and Marco share their reflections on the event, the pitfalls of buzzword-heavy marketing, and the importance of building trust th
Fake Identities, Real Consequences: The Data Trail Behind Your Political Donation | A Black Hat USA 2025 Conversation with Virginia Tech’s Alan Michaels and Jared Byers | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Virginia Tech researchers inject thousands of fake identities into real political campaigns to uncover how personal data is shared, used, or compromised. Their Black Hat USA 2025 session reveals disturbing truths about privacy, ethics, and digital manipulation in modern politics.
From Hacker Defense to Civil Liberties: Threat Modeling Meets Constitutional Law | A Black Hat USA 2025 Keynote Conversation with Jennifer Granick | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Jennifer Granick brings constitutional law and threat modeling into the same room at Black Hat 2025, arguing that the real threat isn’t just cybercriminals—it’s unchecked government surveillance. Her keynote offers a call to action for technologists to help restore privacy through design and engineering.
From Black Hat to Black Sabbath / Ozzy: AI Agents and Guitars (again!) + Entry Level Cybersecurity Jobs, Robots Evolution, and the Weekly Recap You Didn’t Expect | Random and Unscripted Weekly Update with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Marco Ciappelli and Sean Martin are back with another random and unscripted weekly recap—from pre-Black Hat buzz and AI agents to vintage wood guitars, talent gaps, and Glen Miller debates. This week’s reflection hits tech, music, and philosophy in all the right ways. Tune in, ramble with us, and subscribe.
Hiring for the Present Is Hurting the Future of Cybersecurity: Why “Entry-Level” Rarely Means Entry | A Conversation with John Salomon | Redefining CyberSecurity with Sean Martin
Is the cybersecurity talent gap a myth—or just a result of outdated hiring practices? In this episode, we explore why mentorship, business alignment, and bold leadership are essential to building a resilient pipeline.
Black Hat USA 2025: AI, Investment, and the Expanding Scope of Cybersecurity | Our Traditional Pre-Event Kick-Off Conversation with Steve Wylie | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
AI dominates the conversation at Black Hat USA 2025, but the story doesn’t stop there—expanded summits, a reinvigorated startup presence, and interactive programs are set to shape the attendee experience. General Manager Steve Wylie joins ITSPmagazine to preview what makes this year’s event a standout.
The Hybrid Species — When Technology Becomes Human, and Humans Become Technology | A Musing On Society & Technology Newsletter Written By Marco Ciappelli | Read by TAPE3
The Hybrid Species — When Technology Becomes Human, and Humans Become Technology | A Musing On Society & Technology Newsletter Written By Marco Ciappelli | Read by TAPE3
ITSPmagazine Weekly Update | From AI Agents to Tape Mixes, to Guitars and Black Hat Buzzwords and much more with Marco & Sean | Random and Unscripted Weekly Update with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
In this weekly random and unscripted update, Marco Ciappelli and Sean Martin catch up on their latest stories, from AI agents replacing SOC analysts to mixtape nostalgia and vintage guitars made from NYC history. They also tease big things coming at Black Hat USA and reflect on why collaboration is core to ITSPmagazine
Catching Up With Ken Munro After Infosecurity Europe 2025 — Hacking the Planet, One Car, One Plane, and One System at a Time | On Location Podcast With Sean Martin & Marco Ciappelli
After a whirlwind week at Infosecurity Europe 2025, I had the chance to reconnect with Ken Munro from Pen Test Partners — a longtime friend, hacker, and educator who brings cybersecurity to life in the most tangible ways. From car hacking escape rooms to flight simulators in pubs, we talked about why touching tech matt
When We See Technology as a System of Systems, It Changes Everything — Us, Society… and Even the Robots | Random and Unscripted with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
In this Random and Unscripted episode, Marco Ciappelli and Sean Martin connect the dots between AI, robotics, connected systems, and human behavior. How do machines reshape society—and how do we reshape ourselves in response? A conversation born from their latest articles.
Robbie, From Fiction to Familiar — Robots, AI, and the Illusion of Consciousness | A Musing On Society & Technology Newsletter Written By Marco Ciappelli | Read by TAPE3
Robbie, From Fiction to Familiar — Robots, AI, and the Illusion of Consciousness | A Musing On Society & Technology Newsletter Written By Marco Ciappelli | Read by TAPE3
Bridging Worlds: How Technology Connects — or Divides — Our Communities | Guest: Lawrence Eta | Redefining Society And Technology Podcast With Marco Ciappelli
In this episode of Redefining Society and Technology, I sit down with Lawrence Eta — global technology leader, former CTO of the City of Toronto, and author of Bridging Worlds. We explore how technology, done right, can serve society, reduce inequality, and connect communities. From public broadband projects to buildin
“These Aren’t Soft Skills — They’re Human Skills” A Post–Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Rob Black and Anthony D'Alton
From storytelling to structured exercises, team communication to burnout prevention, this episode explores how communication, collaboration, and trust aren’t just “nice to have” in cybersecurity — they’re critical, measurable capabilities.
Inside the Mind of the UK’s Top Cyber Intelligence Officer: A Ransomware 3.0 Reality Check | An Infosecurity EU 2025 Conversation with William Lyne, Deputy Director and Head of Cyber Intelligence at the UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA)
William Lyne of the UK’s National Crime Agency joins us live at Infosecurity Europe to talk ransomware, AI threats, and the future of cybercrime disruption.
What Hump? Thirty Years of Cybersecurity and the Fine Art of Pretending It’s Not a Human Problem | A Musing On Society & Technology Newsletter Written By Marco Ciappelli | Read by TAPE3
Here we are at Infosecurity Europe, celebrating its 30th anniversary. Three decades of cybersecurity: a field born of optimism and fear, grown in complexity and contradiction. We’ve built incredible tools. We’ve formed global communities of defenders. We’ve turned “hacker” from rebel to professional job title — with a
Understanding Cybersecurity Behavior: From Social Engineering to Shadow AI | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Jason Nurse | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Dr. Jason Nurse explores the critical role of human behavior in cybersecurity, revealing how psychological patterns and cultural influences impact everything from social engineering to the misuse of AI in the workplace. This conversation challenges listeners to rethink security not just as a technical issue, but as a d
From Code to Culture: Why Technical Tools Alone Won’t Save Cybersecurity | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Rob Black | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Cybersecurity leader Rob Black challenges the industry’s tech-first mindset by spotlighting the critical role of human behavior, soft skills, and psychological strategy in modern defense. From deception tactics to geopolitical intent, this episode reimagines cyber as a human-driven battleground where creativity may be
Beyond the Hoodie: Redefining Who Belongs in Cybersecurity with Community as the Missing Link in Cyber Resilience | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Amanda Finch | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Amanda Finch, Chief Executive Officer of the Chartered Institute of Information Security, shares how formalizing the cybersecurity profession and strengthening community support can address long-standing gaps in diversity, skills development, and small business protection. Her perspective blends career-spanning insight
The Digital Dark Alley: Teaching Cybersecurity Like Fire Safety by Building Cyber Habits That Stick | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Jemma Davis | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
What if your cybersecurity program started with your Nan—and ended with a generational shift in digital safety? In this episode, Jemma Davis shares why cultural transformation is the missing link in cybersecurity and how we can fix it through behavior, education, and story-driven awareness.
Stay Calm, But Be Ready: What Trust Looks Like in the Middle of a Breach | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Steve Wright | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
What does real crisis management look like beyond the headlines? Steve Wright brings 30 years of cybersecurity and privacy leadership to the mic, exploring how preparation, containment, communication, and culture shape today’s response to digital disruption.
Collaboration Isn’t Fluffy: It’s Fundamental to Cybersecurity—Rethinking the Role of Humans in Cyber Defense | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Purvi Kay and Rob Black | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Cybersecurity leaders Purvi Kay and Rob Black explore why technical controls alone aren’t enough—and how communication, empathy, and collaboration across diverse teams are critical to mission success. From defense projects to boardroom decisions, they show how human connection drives security forward.
The Billion-Dollar Blueprint: Following the Digital Trail of Criminal Cash and the Human Cost of Cybercrime | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Geoff White | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Investigative journalist Geoff White unpacks the true scale and structure of cybercrime, from lightning-fast billion-dollar crypto heists to the intricate global networks used to launder stolen funds. This episode reveals the hidden human toll behind ransomware attacks and explains why understanding these stories is ke