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Adversary Behavior Outlasts the Ransomware Brand | A Brand Briefing at Black Hat USA 2026 with Michael DeBolt, President and Chief Intelligence Officer of Intel 471 | Hosted by Sean Martin
Ransomware groups disband and rebrand, but the people running them keep using what works. Recorded on location at Black Hat USA 2026, this conversation looks at what changes for defenders when the tracking follows the actor instead of the logo.
Call It What It Is: When Ransomware Becomes Terrorism | An Interview with Cynthia Kaiser | Redefining CyberSecurity With Sean Martin — On Location at InfoSecurity Europe 2026
A ransomware crew can run through your whole company between dinner and dessert. Sean Martin sat down with Cynthia Kaiser — twenty years at the FBI, now leading the Halcyon Ransomware Research Center — on the speed of the threat, the human cost the industry keeps abstracting away, and why a slice of ransomware deserves
The Business of Extortion — Storytelling, Ransomware, and the BBC's Cyber Hack | Geoff White | PODCAST EPISODE | An Analog Brain In A Digital Age — On Location at InfoSecurity Europe 2026 On Location With Sean Martin And Marco Ciappelli
PODCAST EPISODE | An Analog Brain In A Digital Age — On Location at InfoSecurity Europe 2026 On Location With Sean Martin And Marco Ciappelli Investigative journalist Geoff White has read 300,000 leaked messages written by a ransomware gang in their own words, when they thought no one was watching. We talked about wha
Telling the Stories of Cybercrime | An Interview with Geoff White | An Analog Brain In A Digital Age With Marco Ciappelli
Marco Ciappelli interviews Geoff White, investigative journalist and author, for An Analog Brain In A Digital Age Podcast. Geoff White goes where organized crime and technology cross, and he comes back with stories. In this one he announces his newest BBC series — the rise and fall of the Conti ransomware gang — and we
The Backup Layer Is a Security Layer | A Brand Spotlight at RSAC Conference 2026 with Anthony Cusimano, Chief Evangelist & Director of Solutions Marketing at Object First
Ransomware attackers have a clear playbook -- destroy the backup, then demand the ransom. At RSAC Conference 2026, Anthony Cusimano of Object First explains why absolute immutability is more than a marketing term and what it actually takes to make backup storage the layer that holds when everything else fails.
eCrime, Threat Intelligence, and What's Coming at RSAC Conference 2026 | A Brand Spotlight at RSAC Conference 2026 with Tony Anscombe, Chief Security Evangelist of ESET
Before the RSAC Conference 2026 floor opens, ESET's Chief Security Evangelist Tony Anscombe breaks down what the eCrime Ecosystem Report reveals about how attackers operate today -- and why accurate, timely threat intelligence is the difference between stopping an attack and finding out about it too late. From supply c
The Backup Layer Is a Security Layer: Object First at RSAC Conference 2026 | A Brand Highlight at RSAC Conference 2026 with Anthony Cusimano, Director of Solutions Marketing at Object First
Ransomware actors are no longer just encrypting production systems -- they're going after backup data first. Anthony Cusimano of Object First explains how a purpose-built, physically hardened appliance changes the calculus for organizations that rely on Veeam.
Black Hat Europe 2025 Wrap-Up: Suzy Pallett on Global Expansion, AI Threats, and Defending Together | On Location Coverage With Sean Martin & Marco Ciappelli
Marco Ciappelli speaks with Suzy Pallett, newly appointed President of Black Hat, about Black Hat Europe 2025 in London. They discuss record-breaking attendance (25%+ growth), keynotes on ransomware and compliance vulnerabilities, the strength of cybersecurity community collaboration, and how Black Hat adapts its progr
How to Stay Resilient When Cybercrime Becomes Your Competition | A Conversation with Author and Former FBI Agent, Eric O'Niell | Redefining CyberSecurity with Sean Martin
Cybercrime has become a full-scale global economy, forcing legitimate businesses to compete with criminals for survival. Former FBI operative and NeXasure National Security Strategist Eric O’Neill joins Sean Martin to explain how preparation, clear strategy, and strong communication can keep companies resilient when—no
New Book | STREAMING WARS: How Getting Everything We Want Changed Entertainment Forever | Journalist Charlotte Henry Explains How Streaming Changed Entertainment Forever | Redefining Society And Technology Podcast With Marco Ciappelli
Journalist Charlotte Henry reveals how streaming transformed entertainment in her new book "Streaming Wars: How Getting Everything We Want Changed Entertainment Forever." From Netflix's rise to the 2023 Hollywood strikes, she examines how we consume media, express ourselves, and the surprising return to "old-fashioned"
New Book: SPIES, LIES, AND CYBER CRIME | Former FBI Spy Hunter Eric O'Neill Explains How Cybercriminals Use Espionage techniques to Attack Us | Redefining Society And Technology Podcast With Marco Ciappelli
Former FBI counterintelligence specialist Eric O'Neill, who caught the most damaging spy in US history, reveals how cyber criminals use traditional espionage techniques to attack us. In his new book "Spies Lies and Cyber Crime," he exposes the $14 trillion cybercrime industry and teaches us to recognize attacks in our
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.
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
AI, Cybersecurity, and the High-Stakes Risks in Healthcare | A HIMSS 2025 Conversation with Lee Kim | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
AI is transforming healthcare, but without proper oversight, it introduces serious risks to patient safety, data security, and operational resilience. In this episode, Lee Kim, Senior Principal of Cybersecurity and Privacy at HIMSS, joins Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli to discuss the urgent need for governance, proact
Hands-On Hacking: Lessons Learned from a Rubbery Ducky USB Attack Simulation | A Zero Trust World Conversation with Kieran Human | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
In this episode, Kieran Human demonstrates how a simple USB device, the “rubber ducky,” can turn even a beginner into a capable hacker in just one hour. Listen in to discover why understanding the ease of cyberattacks is the first step in building stronger defenses for your organization.
Rebalancing Cyber Security: Prioritizing Response and Recovery in Governance | An Australian Cyber Conference 2024 in Melbourne Conversation with Asaf Dori and Ashwin Pal | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Discover how Asaf Dori and Ashwin Pal unravel the often-overlooked gaps in cybersecurity response and recovery, sharing practical strategies to bridge the divide between IT and business needs. Learn how aligning recovery plans with operational goals can transform cybersecurity from a cost center into a competitive adva
Inside the MIND of a Hacker - Insights and Lessons From a Ransomware Attack | An Australian Cyber Conference 2024 in Melbourne Conversation with Joseph Carson | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
In this engaging episode recorded at AISA Cyber Con 2024, Sean Martin, Marco Ciappelli, and Joseph Carson explore the real-world dynamics of ransomware attacks, ethical dilemmas around paying ransoms, and the global shifts in cybercrime tactics. Packed with insights, humor, and actionable advice, this conversation will
The Irreversible Impact of Technology: The Ethical Dilemmas We Face When We Can’t Uninvent Our Creations | An Australian Cyber Conference 2024 in Melbourne Conversation with Mikko Hypponen | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Explore the irreversible impact of technological innovation with Mikko Hypponen as he joins Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli to discuss the duality of progress—from the ethical dilemmas of ransomware to the transformative rise of AI. This episode challenges you to rethink how we navigate the trade-offs of innovation in
Data Sovereignty and Security Challenges in the APAC Region: Simplifying Security with Zero Trust and AI-Driven Solutions | An Australian Cyber Conference 2024 in Melbourne Conversation with Abbas Kudrati | On Location Coverage
Hear how Abbas Kudrati shares actionable insights on tackling ransomware, navigating AI challenges, and embracing Zero Trust strategies to strengthen cybersecurity foundations in the Asia-Pacific region. This engaging conversation also highlights the evolving role of AI in streamlining operations and staying ahead of a
Ransomware: To Pay or Not to Pay? with Ian Thornton Trump | Cybersecurity Insights Podcast with Matthew Rosenquist
In this episode, we discuss one of the most divisive and contentious topics in cybersecurity - should victims of ransomware be allowed to pay the cybercriminals?
The Critical Role of Identity in Creating Effective Ransomware Attack Defense and Broader Business Resilience Strategies | 7 Minutes on ITSPmagazine | A Semperis Short Brand Story with Simon Hodgkinson
In this 7 Minutes on ITSPmagazine, we discuss the dilemma of ransom payments, revealing why 78% of organizations opt to pay, and examine the role of Board support in these decisions. We also delve into the long-term effects of ransomware attacks and explore strategies to prevent future incidents.
The Ransomware Threat and the Resilience Imperative | A HITRUST Collaborate 2024 Conversation with Allan Liska | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Join Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli as they explore the pressing issue of ransomware resilience in healthcare with Allan Liska, an intelligence analyst from Recorded Future, sharing practical insights on proactive defenses and preparedness. This episode, recorded for the HITRUST Collaborate Conference in Dallas, TX, h
Digital Dilemmas: Legal and Social Landscape of Ransom Payments with Justin Daniels | Cybersecurity Insights Podcast with Matthew Rosenquist
Digital extortion, such as ransomware, has aggressively grown to near epidemic levels. The products and services now include critical infrastructure targets which can impact the lives of millions. The sentiment of regulators and consumers is changing and impacting how businesses look at cybersecurity options, including
Charting the Path Forward: Navigating Security and Compliance at Collaborate 2024 | A HITRUST Collaborate 2024 Conversation with Leslie Jenkins, Robert Booker, Blake Sutherland, and Steve Perkins | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Join Sean Martin for a Chats on the Road episode as he dives into an engaging discussion with industry leaders about the Collaborate 2024, an event focused on the latest in security, risk management, and compliance. Listen to this On Location episode to discover the unique networking opportunities and groundbreaking in