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Talks at Google

Ep1 - Frank Abagnale | Catch Me If You Can

Aug 1, 2018
Renowned cybersecurity expert Frank Abagnale shares his transformation from a notorious con man to an international cybersecurity expert, discussing his experiences running away as a teenage pilot, his criminal past and eventual redemption as an FBI agent. He reflects on the power of impersonation, discusses real-life characters portrayed in movies, and shares insights on cybersecurity and dealing with breaches. He also talks about the challenging path to becoming an FBI agent and introduces a new technology called TrueSona.
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Quick takeaways

  • The impact of divorce on children and the importance of having both parents in a child's life.
  • Breaches occur due to negligence or mistakes made by people within affected companies, not solely due to hackers.

Deep dives

Frank Abagnale's Transformation from Con Man to Cybersecurity Expert

Frank Abagnale, a renowned cybersecurity and fraud prevention expert, shares his incredible journey from being one of the world's most notorious con men to becoming an international cybersecurity expert trusted by the FBI. He discusses the evolving security landscape and provides insights into the latest techniques developed by high-tech criminals to deceive and defraud.

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