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Series One Roundup | 08

Cyber Leaders • 2025-01-31

In this bonus episode, Ciaran and James ring in the new year with a look back at the standout guests and thought-provoking topics from series one. They also take a sneak peek at what 2025 holds for the ever-evolving world of tech security. And to top it off, there’s a special announcement to chase away those January blues.

Highlights:

Typhoon Variants

Ciaran and James take a look at developing cyber threats from China, including:

Volt Typhoon: a persistent botnet with wide-reaching impacts

Volt Typhoon back with vengeance | Blowing out the bots

Salt Typhoon: a new wave of cyber espionage

How Chinese Hackers Graduated From Clumsy Corporate Thieves to Military Weapons

Corporate Thieves to Military Weapons | Department of Treasury Press Release

New year, new legislation

As the U.S. pulls back on regulation, other nations are strengthening their cybersecurity laws.

Australia’s new law mandates ransomware attack reporting 

Mandatory ransomware payment reporting | Cyber Sanctions

UK: Cybersecurity and resilience bill focused on ransomware mitigation

Cyber Security and Resilience Bill | Ransomware Legislative Proposals: Government Consultation 

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