Gradient Dissent: Conversations on AI Inside the Dark Web, AI and Cybersecurity with Christopher Ahlberg CEO of Recorded Future
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Apr 8, 2025 In a riveting conversation, Christopher Ahlberg, CEO of Recorded Future and former founder of Spotfire, reveals his journey in cybersecurity. He discusses the dark web's evolution, sharing gripping tales of cyber espionage, including the breach of the Electoral Assistance Commission. Ahlberg also highlights how AI shapes defenses and attacks, explores the complex interplay between technology and governance, and dives into the security differences between Telegram and Signal. His insights offer a compelling look into the world of AI-driven intelligence and the future of global security.
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EAC Hack
- In 2016, Recorded Future discovered a Russian hacker selling access to the US Electoral Assistance Commission.
- They bought the access, secured it, and alerted the government.
Dark Web Evolution
- The dark web has evolved from forums to platforms like Telegram.
- Criminals use these platforms to buy and sell data, access, and services like ransomware.
Spotfire to Recorded Future
- Christopher Ahlberg founded Spotfire, a data visualization startup, before Recorded Future.
- The idea for Recorded Future came while running, envisioning an analytical engine connected directly to the internet.