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A New Era of Cyber Risks: Navigating Digital Battlegrounds

Cyber threats are not a new phenomenon in our interconnected world, but their scale and impact have grown significantly with advancements in technology and its increasing accessibility to a wider range of actors. As humans, we have become deeply reliant on technological devices for our daily lives. Beyond personal devices like smartphones and computers, consider…

Kailyn Johnson

Kailyn Johnson

Kailyn Johnson is the Cyber Intelligence and Geopolitical Risk Lead at Sibylline where she leads the Cyber regional desk in conducting cyber risk analysis and strategic forecasting. Her work focuses cyber trends, emphasising analysis on the wider context for how cyber threats are connected to geopolitical affairs and physical security incidents, and the implications of…

Episode 216: Cyber Threats and Geopolitical Risks: Safeguarding Businesses in a Digital Age with Kailyn Johnson

This week, Dominic Bowen welcomes Kailyn Johnson to The International Risk Podcast for an insightful discussion on the evolving landscape of cyber threats and their impact on businesses worldwide. Together, they explore the evolving role of cyber crimes, the growing threat of intellectual property theft, and the risks businesses face when they neglect their software…

Episode 201: USMCA in Focus: Trade Dynamics, Tariffs, and North America’s Strategic Future with Dr. Joshua Meltzer

This weekend, Dominic Bowen welcomes Dr. Joshua Meltzer to The International Risk Podcast for an in-depth exploration of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and its evolving role in North American trade. Together, they discuss the significance of the USMCA in maintaining economic competitiveness, the implications of Trump’s tariff threats, and the opportunities and challenges posed…

USMCA at a Crossroads: Securing North America’s Future

USMCA at a Crossroads: Securing North America’s Future

In an era of rapid political change, the North American region faces significant international risk, demanding strong leadership and sound governance. Mexico has elected Claudia Sheinbaum as its first female president (explore Mexico’s internal risks in Episode 178), Donald Trump has returned to power in the United States (learn more about the U.S. election results…

Joshua P. Meltzer

Joshua P. Meltzer

Dr. Meltzer is a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution. He works on international economic relations with a focus on the intersection of digital technology and international trade and investment. He also leads the United States-Mexico-Canada (USMCA) initiative which focuses on how USMCA can strengthen international economic cooperation in North America. Meltzer has testified before…

Episode 156: Cybersecurity, Its Risks, and What Business Leaders Can Do with Steve Orrin

One of the key actions companies of all sizes have to take is to ensure that their cybersecurity is constantly up to date; but for many, the true scale of the risks surrounding poor cybersecurity remain largely unknown; so to help us unpack the risks and opportunities associated with cybersecurity, we are thrilled to be…

Steve Orrin

Steve Orrin is Intel’s Federal CTO and a Senior Principal Engineer. He leads Public Sector Solution Architecture, Strategy, and Technology Engagements. He has held technology leadership positions at Intel where leading cybersecurity programs, custom hardware and software architecture and solutions, products, and strategy. Steve is a cybersecurity expert and sought-after advisor to public and private…

Episode 151: The International Risks and Opportunities of Modern Business Growth with Ted McKenna

Today, we are joined by Ted McKenna. Ted is co-author of the bestselling book The JOLT Effect: How High Performers Overcome Customer Indecision, and a founding partner of DCM Insights. He is an accomplished sales and customer experience researcher whose work has appeared in the pages of Harvard Business Review and a sought-after speaker and…

Ted McKenna

Ted is one of the most foremost experts in sales and business development. Known for his ground-breaking research, together in collaboration with longtime colleague and business partner Matt Dixon, is a frequent contributor to Harvard Business Review and a co-author of the recent bestselling book The JOLT Effect: How High Performers Overcome Customer Indecision. Ted…