In this clip, we explore the rise of private cyber intelligence firms like Recorded Future, CrowdStrike, Mandiant, and their growing influence in cyber warfare. As cyber attacks and espionage escalate globally, these private cybersecurity giants are becoming as important as national intelligence agencies like the NSA and GCHQ.We discuss how these firms, through in-host monitoring, global telemetry, and real-time threat detection, are now at the frontlines of cyber conflicts—often revealing major cyber intrusions before governments do. The conversation also highlights the global dominance of US cyber firms and how countries in Europe and Asia are increasingly dependent on American cybersecurity infrastructure.Is this the future of cyber power—private companies outpacing traditional governments? And what does this mean for digital sovereignty and national security?Mentioned Book: This Is How They Tell Me the World Ends by Nicole PerlrothKey Topics:Rise of Private Cyber Intelligence Cybersecurity Firms vs National Intelligence Recorded Future, Mandiant, CrowdStrike ExplainedGlobal Dependence on US Cyber Firms Evolving Cyber Warfare Tactics
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