Brandon Karpf

Brandon Karpf, a cybersecurity expert and friend of N2K CyberWire, shares his insights on the growing threats in cyberspace, particularly in the realm of space technology. The discussion uncovers alarming vulnerabilities with over 150 U.S. government database servers exposed online. Karpf delves into the rise of various ransomware attacks, including the cross-platform Albabat strain. The conversation also addresses the impact of new cyber policies and the urgent need for better oversight and defense in our increasingly digital world.

Brandon Karpf, Dr. Lynne S. McNeill, and Dr. John Laudun join the podcast to discuss AI from technological, philosophical, and folkloric perspectives. They cover topics such as the advancements in AI technology, training and text generation in large language models, the lack of consciousness in AI, the relevance of folklore in the digital age, the importance of ethics and philosophy in the tech community, and the complexities of AI. They also explore the use of AI in audio restoration and its potential for creating paranormal effects.