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Ep. 207: Dave DeWalt on Cyber Warfare, Attacks on US Election, and AI

Mar 15, 2024

Explore cyber warfare, recent US attacks, and AI with Dave DeWalt, a cybersecurity expert. Learn about the evolution of cyber threats, cognitive warfare, and the need for global cybersecurity measures. Discover the transition from CEO to investor, AI model development, and collaborations for a secure digital future.

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Quick takeaways

Importance of public-private partnerships in cybersecurity for national security.

Global governance needed to combat misinformation and cognitive warfare in cybersecurity threats.

Deep dives

Dave Devout's Journey and Inspiration Behind Night Dragon

Dave Devout, the CEO and managing director of Night Dragon, shares his impressive journey in the tech industry, outlining his experience in creating shareholder value, leading successful cybersecurity firms, and serving on the US National Security Telecommunications Advisory Council. Night Dragon's name originates from a seminal moment in cybersecurity history involving breaches by the Chinese, highlighting the significance of cybersecurity in the digital landscape.

Introduction

2min

Exploration of the Name Night Dragon and Cybersecurity History

2min

Guest's Journey from Pennsylvania to Silicon Valley in Pursuit of Technology

2min

Evolution of Cyber Threats and the Call for Unified Action

14min

Emerging Cyber Threats and Security Measures

17min

From CEO to Investor: Nurturing and Supporting Leaders

8min

Discussion on AI Model Development, Economic Intelligence, and Collaborations

2min

Dave DeWalt is Founder, CEO, and Managing Director of NightDragon, an investment and advisory firm focused on growth and late-stage cybersecurity, safety, security, and privacy companies. Before NightDragon, Dave helped create more than $20 billion in shareholder value during his 15-plus years as President and CEO of Documentum, McAfee, and FireEye. That includes driving the most successful cybersecurity IPO ever in 2013 and leading the largest all-cash deal in technology history in 2010. Dave has also served on the US National Security Telecommunications Advisory Council for the past four US administrations to advise on national security related to telecommunications systems. This podcast covers: working with National Security Council and Homeland Security, the recent history of cyber attacks on the US, cognitive warfare and disinformation, and much more.

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