Join us as we delve into the key findings of the FBI's 2024 Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) Annual Report. This year marks the 25th anniversary of IC3, which serves as the primary destination for the public to report cyber-enabled crime and fraud. The report reveals a staggering new record for losses reported to IC3, totaling $16.6 billion in 2024. This represents a 33 percent increase from 2023. We'll explore the most impactful crime types by reported loss, including Investment fraud ($6.57 billion), Business Email Compromise ($2.77 billion), and Tech Support scams ($1.46 billion), which are collectively responsible for the bulk of reported losses. A major factor contributing to these losses is the increasing use of cryptocurrency, which served as a descriptor in 149,686 complaints and was associated with $9.3 billion in losses in 2024, a 66% increase in losses. We'll also examine the significant impact on different age groups, noting that individuals over the age of 60 suffered the most losses ($4.885 billion) and submitted the most complaints (147,127). For this age group, Investment fraud ($1.834 billion) and Tech Support scams ($982 million) resulted in the highest reported losses, and cryptocurrency was referenced in 33,369 complaints with over $2.8 billion in losses. The episode will also touch upon the IC3's core functions including collection, analysis, public awareness, and referrals, its role in partnering with law enforcement and the private sector, and notable efforts like the IC3 Recovery Asset Team which assists in freezing funds for victims of fraudulent transactions, demonstrating a 66% success rate in 2024, and Operation Level Up, which successfully notified victims of cryptocurrency investment fraud, resulting in estimated savings
 
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Navigate the complex cybersecurity landscape of Q2 and Summer 2025 as we delve into the escalating convergence of AI-driven cyberattacks, the persistent vulnerabilities of the expanding Internet of Things (IoT), and the challenges of establishing robust security and governance frameworks. Based on recent Q1 2025 incident data and expert projections, this episode explores the weaponization of AI in phishing, malware, and social engineering, the continued exploitation of poorly secured IoT devices, and the evolving tactics of ransomware and state-sponsored actors. We'll also discuss the crucial need for proactive defense, AI-augmented security, and adaptation to a fragmenting global regulatory environment.
 
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The first four months of 2025 witnessed an alarming surge in global cybersecurity incidents, with ransomware attacks reaching unprecedented levels. Join us as we dissect the key trends, including the evolution of ransomware tactics like double extortion, the increasing sophistication of social engineering fueled by AI and deepfakes, and the persistent exploitation of software vulnerabilities. We'll delve into major incidents like the crippling attack on Change Healthcare and the record-breaking Bybit cryptocurrency theft, highlighting the most targeted sectors such as healthcare, education, government, and manufacturing. Finally, we'll examine how organizations, law enforcement, and the evolving global regulatory environment, with key legislation like the EU's NIS2 and DORA, are grappling with this escalating cyber threat.
 
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This podcast delves into the NIST Privacy Framework 1.1, a voluntary tool developed to help organizations identify and manage privacy risk while fostering innovation and protecting individuals' privacy. We explore its three core components: Core, Organizational Profiles, and Tiers, and how they enable organizations to understand, assess, prioritize, and communicate their privacy activities. Learn how to use this framework to build customer trust, meet compliance obligations, and facilitate dialogue about privacy practices.
 
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Dive into the dynamic world of offensive cybersecurity with insights from leading experts and real-world scenarios. We explore the critical role of techniques like penetration testing, adversary simulation, and red team exercises in proactively identifying vulnerabilities and strengthening defenses against evolving cyber threats. Understand how adopting an adversarial mindset and employing continuous assessment methodologies are essential for navigating today's complex threat landscape and building a resilient security posture.
 
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Explore the rapidly evolving landscape where artificial intelligence intersects with criminality and societal risks. Drawing on expert research, this podcast delves into the transformative potential of AI-enabled crime, from sophisticated financial fraud using deepfakes to the generation of child sexual abuse material, and the challenges this poses for law enforcement. We also examine the critical need for robust AI incident reporting mechanisms, as proposed with standardized key components for documenting AI-related harms and near misses. Join us as we unpack the threats, the defenses, and the policy reforms necessary to navigate this complex new frontier.
 
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We delve into the urgent need for organizations to prepare for the era of quantum computing, which threatens to break today's standard encryption methods. We examine the "harvest now, break later" (HNDL) threat, where malicious actors are already collecting encrypted data for future decryption by quantum computers. Drawing upon information from sources like NIST and expert analysis, we discuss the development and standardization of quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms such as CRYSTALS-Kyber (ML-KEM) and CRYSTALS-Dilithium (ML-DSA). We provide CISOs and cybersecurity professionals with key strategic considerations for a successful quantum-safe transition, including conducting a comprehensive cryptographic inventory and quantum risk assessment (QRA), prioritizing systems for migration, engaging with vendors, and fostering crypto agility. Join us as we navigate the challenges and opportunities of this critical cybersecurity revolution and help you take the necessary quantum leap to secure your future.
 
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Explore the escalating threats posed by artificial intelligence incidents, sophisticated disinformation campaigns like the Doppelgänger network targeting nations from France to Israel, and the cyber espionage activities of threat actors such as UAC-0050 and UAC-0006 as revealed by Intrinsec's analysis. We delve into the tactics, infrastructure, and narratives employed in these digital battlegrounds, drawing insights directly from recent intelligence reports. Understand the key components of AI incident reporting, the disinformation narratives amplified across different countries, and the evolving techniques of cyber intrusion sets targeting critical infrastructure and institutions. Join us as we unpack the complex landscape of AI risks, influence operations, and cyber warfare.
 
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