Risky Business Wide World of Cyber: How the Trump admin is changing the cybersecurity landscape
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Apr 10, 2025 Chris Krebs, the former founding director of CISA and current director at SentinelOne, and Alex Stamos, Chief Security Officer at SentinelOne and former CISO of Facebook, discuss the seismic shifts in U.S. cybersecurity policy under the Trump administration. They analyze significant leadership changes and their implications for national security, explore the evolving dynamics of transatlantic data privacy, and tackle the challenges for American companies amidst stricter European regulations. Additionally, they highlight the rising cybersecurity threats tied to geopolitical tensions, particularly with China.
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NSA Leadership Dismissal
- The Trump administration dismissed NSA leadership, including Director Paul Nakasone and Deputy Director Wendy Noble.
- This removal is likely due to their non-alignment with Trump's political preferences.
NSA Director's Power
- The NSA director position holds significant power and influence within the intelligence community.
- The administration may seek to appoint a political figure to this role, potentially separating Cyber Command and the NSA.
Europe's Cloud Ambitions
- Europe seeks to establish its own cloud computing infrastructure due to distrust of the current US administration.
- This is driven by trade wars, tariffs, and concerns about data privacy and security.