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Tim Starks

Senior reporter at CyberScoop, discussing the new United Nations cybercrime treaty and his outlook for 2025.

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Jan 6, 2025 • 33min

China’s shadow over U.S. telecom networks.

Tim Starks, Senior Reporter at CyberScoop, discusses the implications of a proposed United Nations cybercrime treaty and the U.S.'s cautious stance on it. He highlights potential misuse by authoritarian regimes and the challenges of treaty ratification. Starks also delves into the alarming hacking activities of Chinese groups impacting U.S. infrastructure, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity strategies. Additionally, he touches on the rising threats targeting gamers and the critical importance of software upgrades for data protection.
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Dec 13, 2024 • 32min

Hackers in handcuffs.

Tim Starks, a senior reporter at CyberScoop, dives into the latest upheavals in cybersecurity. He sheds light on the dismantling of the Rydox criminal marketplace and a notable ransomware payment by a Japanese media giant. The discussion also covers the FCC's bold proposal for cybersecurity linked to wiretapping laws and the significance of recent indictments of North Korean nationals. Plus, Starks explores the rising threats from nation-state actor malware targeting critical systems, emphasizing the urgent need for effective security measures.
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Nov 12, 2024 • 35min

Ransomware as a public health crisis.

Tim Starks, a Senior Reporter at CyberScoop, shares critical insights on how ransomware is being viewed as a public health crisis at the U.N. He discusses alarming trends, like the impact on healthcare systems and significant breaches involving major companies. The conversation shifts to geopolitical threats from North Korea and China, and the implications of political changes on cybersecurity policy. Starks also speculates on how a potential second Trump administration may influence future cybersecurity efforts.
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Oct 17, 2024 • 34min

Authorities bring down another hacker.

Tim Starks, a Senior Reporter at CyberScoop, discusses recent high-profile arrests in the hacking world, including a Brazilian suspect linked to significant cyber attacks. He explores the Counter Ransomware Initiative summit, focusing on global collaboration among 68 countries to combat ransomware. Starks also addresses the escalating threats from Iranian and North Korean hackers. Additionally, he highlights challenges in product security and the mental health issues faced by cybersecurity professionals following breaches.
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Sep 13, 2024 • 32min

Mini-breach, mega-hype.

Tim Starks, a cybersecurity journalist from CyberScoop, dives into alarming threats in the digital landscape. He discusses a recent Fortinet data breach and the arrest of a teenager linked to a Transport for London attack. The conversation highlights Russian hackers mimicking spyware vendors, exploiting eye-tracking technology for password theft. Starks emphasizes the critical need for improved hiring practices in the cybersecurity field as new vulnerabilities arise, underlining the ongoing challenges faced by the industry.