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Oct 31, 2024 • 49min

Cyber momentum in motion.

This week, we are joined by Joseph Jarnecki from RUSI, who is talking about their work on "What Next for the UK–Japan Cyber Partnership?" Ben takes a deep dive into the particulars of a cell phone search warrant and seizure. While Dave looks at a lawsuit challenging online surveillance.While this show covers legal topics, and Ben is a lawyer, the views expressed do not constitute legal advice. For official legal advice on any of the topics we cover, please contact your attorney. Please take a moment to fill out an audience survey! Let us know how we are doing! Links to the stories: Left to Their Own Devices? A Conversation With Carrie Cohen The Global Surveillance Free-for-All in Mobile Ad Data Get the weekly Caveat Briefing delivered to your inbox.Like what you heard? Be sure to check out and subscribe to our Caveat Briefing, a weekly newsletter available exclusively to N2K Pro members on N2K CyberWire's website. N2K Pro members receive our Thursday wrap-up covering the latest in privacy, policy, and research news, including incidents, techniques, compliance, trends, and more.This week’s Caveat Briefing covers how Chinese hackers allegedly targeted the phones of Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump and running mate Sen. JD Vance, along with other high-ranking U.S. officials, as part of a broad espionage campaign compromising multiple telecommunications providers. The FBI and CISA are investigating, with concerns over potential data leaks, including sensitive communications and location data, which highlights ongoing risks of foreign surveillance on U.S. infrastructure. Curious about the details? Head over to the Caveat Briefing for the full scoop and additional compelling stories.Got a question you'd like us to answer on our show? You can send your audio file to caveat@thecyberwire.com. Hope to hear from you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 24, 2024 • 54min

The Golden State's AI gamble.

Eoin Hinchy, Co-founder and CEO of Tines, discusses the complexities of AI regulation across the EU and US. He sheds light on the ethical dilemmas surrounding facial recognition technology, especially relating to privacy and bias concerns. The conversation dives into California's pivotal role in shaping data privacy laws amidst pressure from tech lobbyists. Hinchy also reflects on the challenges posed by recent regulatory setbacks and emphasizes the need for transparent, flexible frameworks to ensure public safety while fostering innovation.
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Oct 17, 2024 • 53min

The FOCAL approach for federal agencies.

Katie Bowen, VP & GM Global Public Sector and Defense at Synack is sharing her thoughts on CISA's new guidance on Federal Civilian Executive Branch (FCEB) Operational Cybersecurity Alignment (FOCAL) Plan & federal vulnerability management practices. Ben does a deep dive into one of the biggest misconceptions about the First Amendment. Dave looks at the fallout from an alleged Chinese hack of a US telecom surveillance program. While this show covers legal topics, and Ben is a lawyer, the views expressed do not constitute legal advice. For official legal advice on any of the topics we cover, please contact your attorney. Please take a moment to fill out an audience survey! Let us know how we are doing! Links to the stories: Yes, Tim Walz, You Can Shout 'Fire' In A Crowded Theatre Lawmakers press agencies, telecoms for more details on Salt Typhoon hacks Get the weekly Caveat Briefing delivered to your inbox.Like what you heard? Be sure to check out and subscribe to our Caveat Briefing, a weekly newsletter available exclusively to N2K Pro members on N2K CyberWire's website. N2K Pro members receive our Thursday wrap-up covering the latest in privacy, policy, and research news, including incidents, techniques, compliance, trends, and more.This week’s Caveat Briefing covers the growing collaboration between Russia, China, and Iran with criminal networks for cyberespionage and hacking against the U.S. Microsoft’s report highlights instances where these state-sponsored activities blur the lines with criminal motives, raising concerns among national security officials as adversaries leverage cybercriminals for enhanced cyber capabilities. Curious about the details? Head over to the Caveat Briefing for the full scoop and additional compelling stories.Got a question you'd like us to answer on our show? You can send your audio file to caveat@thecyberwire.com. Hope to hear from you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Oct 10, 2024 • 54min

A nice-to-have turns into a must-have.

Josh Rosenzweig, Senior Director of AI & Innovation at Morgan Lewis, discusses vital issues in AI security and compliance. He addresses California's recent veto on AI regulation and the legal ramifications that follow. The conversation shifts to automated license plate readers, privacy concerns, and the need for clearer legal standards. Josh also explores the integration of generative AI in legal practices, emphasizing the balance between efficiency and client confidentiality, while also tackling the evolving landscape of AI in law.
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Oct 3, 2024 • 42min

The Global Race for the 21st Century [Special Edition]

In this episode, Dmitri Alperovitch discusses his book World on the Brink: How America Can Beat China in the Race for the Twenty-First Century with host Ben Yelin. Alperovitch highlights the rising tensions between the U.S. and China, focusing on Taiwan as a critical flashpoint that could ignite a new Cold War. He shares insights on the strategies America must adopt to maintain its status as the world’s leading superpower while addressing the challenges posed by China. By examining both strengths and weaknesses, as well as providing a timely blueprint for navigating the complexities of global relations in the 21st century. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 26, 2024 • 57min

Mythical beasts, real threats.

Jen Roberts and Nitansha Bansal, both Assistant Directors at the Atlantic Council's Cyber Statecraft Initiative, dive into the intricate world of spyware. They reveal the dark corners of the global spyware market and its implications for national security and human rights. Exciting discussions include California's new deepfake laws aimed at curbing misinformation and the FTC's report spotlighting privacy lapses on social media. The guests emphasize the urgent need for regulatory oversight in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
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Sep 19, 2024 • 1h 7min

The race for the twenty-first century.

This week, we are joined by Dmitri Alperovitch, author and Chairman of Silverado Policy Accelerator, as he is talking with Ben Yelin about his book, "World on the Brink: How America Can Beat China in the Race for the Twenty-First Century." Ben reviews oral arguments in the TikTok case against the U.S. Government. Dave looks at the hunt for Stingrays at the DNC convention. While this show covers legal topics, and Ben is a lawyer, the views expressed do not constitute legal advice. For official legal advice on any of the topics we cover, please contact your attorney. Please take a moment to fill out an audience survey! Let us know how we are doing! Links to the stories: TikTok faces skeptical judges in court fight over looming national ban We Hunted Hidden Police Signals at the DNC Get the weekly Caveat Briefing delivered to your inbox.Like what you heard? Be sure to check out and subscribe to our Caveat Briefing, a weekly newsletter available exclusively to N2K Pro members on N2K CyberWire's website. N2K Pro members receive our Thursday wrap-up covering the latest in privacy, policy, and research news, including incidents, techniques, compliance, trends, and more.This week’s Caveat Briefing covers covers the FDIC's proposed rules for banks working with fintech companies, requiring the identification of beneficial owners and ensuring consumer access to funds after the Synapse Financial bankruptcy. Curious about the details? Head over to the Caveat Briefing for the full scoop and additional compelling stories.Got a question you'd like us to answer on our show? You can send your audio file to caveat@thecyberwire.com. Hope to hear from you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 12, 2024 • 52min

Securing the final frontier.

This week, Shane Fry from RunSafe Security joins us to discuss his work supporting the space industry with cybersecurity, as the Spacecraft Cybersecurity Act, introduced by Congressmen Frost and Beyer, aims to require NASA-approved cybersecurity plans from manufacturers using federal funds, in response to increasing threats from China and Russia. Ben discusses the latest anti-trust case against Google. Dave looks at Las Vegas police refusing the NFL’s mandate for facial recognition security.While this show covers legal topics, and Ben is a lawyer, the views expressed do not constitute legal advice. For official legal advice on any of the topics we cover, please contact your attorney. Please take a moment to fill out an audience survey! Let us know how we are doing! Links to the stories: DOJ claims Google has “trifecta of monopolies” on Day 1 of ad tech trial Las Vegas police refuse to comply with NFL facial recognition tech at games Get the weekly Caveat Briefing delivered to your inbox.Like what you heard? Be sure to check out and subscribe to our Caveat Briefing, a weekly newsletter available exclusively to N2K Pro members on N2K CyberWire's website. N2K Pro members receive our Thursday wrap-up covering the latest in privacy, policy, and research news, including incidents, techniques, compliance, trends, and more.This week’s Caveat Briefing covers the launch of the first legally binding international AI treaty, designed to manage AI risks and promote responsible innovation while protecting human rights, with the treaty set to be signed by countries including EU members, the US, and Britain, though some critics raise concerns about its broad principles and exemptions. Curious about the details? Head over to the Caveat Briefing for the full scoop and additional compelling stories.Got a question you'd like us to answer on our show? You can send your audio file to caveat@thecyberwire.com. Hope to hear from you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 5, 2024 • 46min

The battle between tech giants and legal systems.

This week, Ben delves into the escalating clash between Elon Musk and a Brazilian judge, centered around the contentious issue of content moderation on X/Twitter. Meanwhile, Dave explores a looming challenge to Section 230 immunity, which could redefine the legal landscape for online platforms. Please take a moment to fill out an audience survey! Let us know how we are doing! Links to the stories: Brazil Blocks X After Musk Ignores Court Orders TikTok isn't protected by Section 230 in 10-year-old’s ‘blackout challenge’ death Get the weekly Caveat Briefing delivered to your inbox.Like what you heard? Be sure to check out and subscribe to our Caveat Briefing, a weekly newsletter available exclusively to N2K Pro members on N2K CyberWire's website. N2K Pro members receive our Thursday wrap-up covering the latest in privacy, policy, and research news, including incidents, techniques, compliance, trends, and more.This week’s Caveat Briefing covers the UK Labour government's new AI strategy, which emphasizes cost-cutting and public sector adoption over direct industry investment. The approach includes scrapping previous funding plans and focusing on using AI to improve public services while facing criticism for potentially scaling back on innovation. Curious about the details? Head over to the Caveat Briefing for the full scoop and additional compelling stories.Got a question you'd like us to answer on our show? You can send your audio file to caveat@thecyberwire.com. Hope to hear from you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 29, 2024 • 58min

Spreading false narratives.

Adam Darrah, Vice President of Intelligence at ZeroFox, is discussing how recent high-profile events have intensified the spread of false narratives and how the role of social media platforms may play in amplifying these issues, especially after the recent SCOTUS decision in Murthy vs. Missouri. Ben discusses the arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov in France. Dave looks at the possibility of police officers using AI to write police reports.Please take a moment to fill out an audience survey! Let us know how we are doing! Links to the stories: Arrest of Telegram’s Durov inflames debate over online crime and free speech Police officers are starting to use AI chatbots to write crime reports. Will they hold up in court? Get the weekly Caveat Briefing delivered to your inbox.Like what you heard? Be sure to check out and subscribe to our Caveat Briefing, a weekly newsletter available exclusively to N2K Pro members on N2K CyberWire's website. N2K Pro members receive our Thursday wrap-up covering the latest in privacy, policy, and research news, including incidents, techniques, compliance, trends, and more.This week’s Caveat Briefing covers the Department of Justice's lawsuit against RealPage, a property management software company, for allegedly using its pricing algorithm to facilitate unlawful coordination among landlords, raising rents, and limiting competition. Curious about the details? Head over to the Caveat Briefing for the full scoop and additional compelling stories.Got a question you'd like us to answer on our show? You can send your audio file to caveat@thecyberwire.com. Hope to hear from you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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