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Welcome to IScann Group in Conversation where we talk about cybersecurity, security, artificial intelligence & disinformation and much more with Industry experts from around the globe. This podcast series is hosted by Iscann Group, an intelligence company that enables organisations to counter an array of modern threats. Visit www.iscanngroup.com
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Next Level Threat: Havana Syndrome: How Did We Get Here?

IScann Group in ConversationNov 10, 2022

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Next Level Threat Series| IScann Group’s Podcast Next Level Threat Series: Ukraine War, Lessons Learned from OSINT: New Technology | Podcast | IScann Group

Next Level Threat Series| IScann Group’s Podcast Next Level Threat Series: Ukraine War, Lessons Learned from OSINT: New Technology | Podcast | IScann Group

In Part 4 of this IScann Group’s Podcast Next Level Threat Series:  Ukraine War, Lessons Learned from OSINT: New Technology. Yuster Yu, Head of Capabilities, ISG OSINT Centre is joined by Kent Babin, Head of Capabilities, Crypto: IScann Group’s Senior Advisor Arnaud Sobrero, and Andrew Vasko, IScann Group, Managing Director in a comprehensive discussion, examining the multifaceted economic implications arising, including analysis on the sanctions imposed on Russia and their reverberations throughout the global financial landscape. They also review the aid provided to Ukraine by the international community and its ramifications for long-term economic stability. The ISG team also looks at the China-Taiwan situation, with a focus on understanding potential variations in economic consequences and the geopolitical intricacies in comparison to the ongoing conflict. This examination also involves extracting valuable lessons that China may glean from these comparisons.

Sep 26, 202308:54
Next Level Threat Series| Ukraine War, Lessons Learned from OSINT: New Technology | Podcast | IScann Group

Next Level Threat Series| Ukraine War, Lessons Learned from OSINT: New Technology | Podcast | IScann Group

In Part 3 of this IScann Group’s Podcast Next Level Threat Series:  Ukraine War, Lessons Learned from OSINT: New Technology. Yuster Yu, Head of Capabilities, ISG OSINT Centre is joined by Kent Babin, Head of Capabilities, Crypto: IScann Group’s Senior Advisor Arnaud Sobrero, and Andrew Vasko, IScann Group, Managing Director as they discuss the ground-breaking technological advancements currently being deployed in Ukraine, with a keen eye on their potential implications for the ongoing conflict and the landscape of modern warfare. The Group delves into the transformative possibilities inherent in these technologies, gaining insights into their influence on conflict strategies and their broader consequences, which encompass considerations related to the China-Taiwan situation.

Sep 26, 202323:08
Next Level Threat Series: The Sony Intrusion & lesson learned from OSINT | PART TWO: IMPLICATION | Iscann Group

Next Level Threat Series: The Sony Intrusion & lesson learned from OSINT | PART TWO: IMPLICATION | Iscann Group

In Part TWO of this IScann Group Podcast Next Level Threat Series: The Sony Intrusion and the lesson learned from OSINT. IScann Group Chief Strategy Officer James Chao is joined by IScann Group’s Senior Advisors Arnaud Sobrero and Stephenie David, and Head of the Group's OSINT Centre, Yuster Yu as they discuss the situation leading to and aftermath of the Sony Intrusion.

Sep 26, 202324:42
Next Level Threat Series| IScann Group’s Podcast Next Level Threat Series: Ukraine War, Lessons Learned from OSINT | Podcast | IScann Group

Next Level Threat Series| IScann Group’s Podcast Next Level Threat Series: Ukraine War, Lessons Learned from OSINT | Podcast | IScann Group

In Part 2 of this IScann Group’s Podcast Next Level Threat Series:  Ukraine War, Lessons Learned from OSINT: Development. Yuster Yu, Head of Capabilities, ISG Open Centre is joined by Kent Babin, Head of Capabilities, Crypto, Iscann Group’s Senior Advisors Arnaud Sobrero, and Andrew Vasko, Iscann Group, Managing Directoras they discuss discussion of the ever-evolving situation, reviewing the complex and multifaceted dimensions and potential ramifications it may have on global affairs. Notably, they are focusing their attention on the intricate dynamics surrounding the China-Taiwan situation, recognizing its significance within the broader geopolitical landscape.

Sep 26, 202325:56
Next Level Threat The Sony Intrusion and the Lessons Learned from the OSINT Part One

Next Level Threat The Sony Intrusion and the Lessons Learned from the OSINT Part One

In Part ONE of this IScann Group Podcast Next Level Threat Series: The Sony Intrusion and the lesson learned from OSINT. IScann Group Chief Strategy Officer James Chao is joined by IScann Group’s Senior Advisors Arnaud Sobrero and Stephenie David and Head of the Group's OSINT Centre, Yuster Yu as they discuss the situation leading to and aftermath of the Sony Intrusion.

Jul 28, 202317:36
Insight into IScann Group

Insight into IScann Group

Learn more about IScann Group a strategic intelligence company driven by OSINT (open-source intelligence) and data analytics capabilities that enables companies to counter an array of modern threats.

Jun 29, 202306:31
Next Level Threat Series: Havana Syndrome - The Narrative, Media & Numbers

Next Level Threat Series: Havana Syndrome - The Narrative, Media & Numbers

In Part II of this Iscann Group - 'Next Level Threat Series: Havana Syndrome - The Narrative, Media & Numbers', James Chao, Chief Strategy Officer is joined by IScann Group's Head of Capabilities, Counter Intelligence , Yuster Yu and Kent Babin, Head of Industry, Crypto, as they examine the Narrative, Media & Numbers surrounding the Havana Syndrome.

Mar 02, 202325:20
Next Level Threat: Havana Syndrome: How Did We Get Here?

Next Level Threat: Havana Syndrome: How Did We Get Here?

In part ONE of this Iscann Group Podcast - Next Level Threat Series: Havana Syndrome - How Did We Get Here? James Chao, Chief Strategy Officer is joined by IScann Group's Senior Advisors, Yuster Yu and Kent Babin, Head of Capabilities, Crypto as they examine the events and reporting of these incidents.

Nov 10, 202233:19
Next Level Threat:The Challenge of Disinformation Campaigns in the Age of Synthetic Media - Is There A Solution?

Next Level Threat:The Challenge of Disinformation Campaigns in the Age of Synthetic Media - Is There A Solution?

In Part Four of this IScann Group Podcast Series – Next Level Threat : The Challenge of Disinformation Campaigns in the Age of Synthetic Media - Is There A Solution?, Chief Strategy Officer James Chao is joined by IScann Group's Senior Advisors, Tate Nurkin and Kent Babin as they discuss a range of possible solutions.

 

Oct 23, 202215:54
The Challenge of Disinformation Campaigns in the Age of Synthetic Media - Targets and Tactics (Part Three)

The Challenge of Disinformation Campaigns in the Age of Synthetic Media - Targets and Tactics (Part Three)

In Part Three of this IScann Group Podcast – Next Level Threat Series: The Challenge of Disinformation Campaigns in the Age of Synthetic Media - Targets and Tactics, Chief Strategy Officer James Chao is joined by IScann Group's Senior Advisors, Tate Nurkin and Kent Babin as they discuss the targets and tactics used in disinformation campaigns.

Oct 13, 202218:05
Next Level Threat: The Challenge of Disinformation Campaigns in the Age of Synthetic Media – The Size and Scope of the Threat (Part Two)

Next Level Threat: The Challenge of Disinformation Campaigns in the Age of Synthetic Media – The Size and Scope of the Threat (Part Two)

In Part Two of this IScann Group Podcast – Next Level Threat: The Challenge of Disinformation Campaigns in the Age of Synthetic Media- The Size and Scope of the Threat, Chief Strategy Officer James Chao is joined by IScann Group's Senior Advisors, Tate Nurkin and Kent Babin as they discuss the nature of these threats.


Sep 30, 202225:44
The Challenge of Disinformation Campaigns in the Age of Synthetic Media: How Did We Get Here? (Part One)

The Challenge of Disinformation Campaigns in the Age of Synthetic Media: How Did We Get Here? (Part One)

Join IScann Group's Senior Advisors Tate Nurkin, Kent Babin and James Chao in this Four Part Series “The Challenge of Disinformation Campaigns in the Age of Synthetic Media”  as they discuss how a growing range of actors are using social media 

Sep 13, 202218:45
Next Level Threat: Understanding Cryptocurrency's Role in Criminal Activity (Part Two)

Next Level Threat: Understanding Cryptocurrency's Role in Criminal Activity (Part Two)

Join IScann Group's Senior Advisors in this Podcast - Next Level Threat Series: Understanding Cryptocurrency’s Role in Criminal Activities, Part Two, as they discuss the evolving role Crypto in certain criminal activities.

Sep 02, 202231:25
Ukraine War: Lessons Learned

Ukraine War: Lessons Learned

In this IScann Group Podcast, 'Ukraine War: Lessons Learned', host James Chao is joined by IScann Group’s Senior Advisor Yuster Yu and IScann Group’s Head of Crypto, Kent Babin as they discuss the lessons learned from the current conflict.

Jun 13, 202256:25
Japan New Security Posture: Net Assessment of Regional Implications (Part Six) – The Role of Disinformation

Japan New Security Posture: Net Assessment of Regional Implications (Part Six) – The Role of Disinformation

In our FINAL episode of this Iscann Group Podcast series: Japan's New Security Posture: Net Assessment of Regional Implications, host James Chao is joined by IScann Group's Managing Director, Andrew Vasko, and Senior Advisors, Kent Babin and Yuster Yu as they discuss the role disinformation plays in the region

Feb 07, 202222:24
Japan New Security Posture: Net Assessment of Regional Implications (Part Five) – North Korea

Japan New Security Posture: Net Assessment of Regional Implications (Part Five) – North Korea

In our FIFTH episode of this Iscann Group Podcast series: Japan's New Security Posture: Net Assessment of Regional Implications, host James Chao is joined by IScann Group's Managing Director, Andrew Vasko, and Senior Advisors, Arnaud Sobrero and Yuster Yu as they discuss North Korea's Threat Assessment.

Dec 15, 202117:30
Next Level Threat: Understanding Cryptocurrency’s Role in Criminal Activity

Next Level Threat: Understanding Cryptocurrency’s Role in Criminal Activity

In this IScann Group Podcast, Next Level Threat: Understanding Digital Currency’s Role In Criminal Activity, host James Chao is joined by IScann Group’s Senior Advisor, Kent Babin as they take a deep dive into understanding the role of cryptocurrencies in criminal activity.

Dec 10, 202138:44
Japan New Security Posture: Net Assessment of Regional Implications (Part Four) – Japan's Cyber Assessment

Japan New Security Posture: Net Assessment of Regional Implications (Part Four) – Japan's Cyber Assessment

In part FOUR of this Iscann Group Podcast series: Japan's New Security Posture: Net Assessment of Regional Implications, host James Chao is joined by IScann Group's Managing Director, Andrew Vasko, and Senior Advisors, Arnaud Sobrero and Yuster Yu as they discuss Japan's Cyber Assessment.

Nov 29, 202123:31
Japan New Security Posture: Net Assessment of Regional Implications (Part Three) - Taiwan's Evolving Position

Japan New Security Posture: Net Assessment of Regional Implications (Part Three) - Taiwan's Evolving Position

In part THREE of this Iscann Group Podcast series: Japan's New Security Posture: Net Assessment of Regional Implications, host James Chao is joined by IScann Group's Managing Director, Andrew Vasko, and Senior Advisors, Arnaud Sobrero and Yuster Yu as they discuss Taiwan's evolving position.

Nov 08, 202119:33
Japan New Security Posture: Net Assessment of Regional Implications (Part Two) - AUKUS Implications for Indo-Pacific

Japan New Security Posture: Net Assessment of Regional Implications (Part Two) - AUKUS Implications for Indo-Pacific

In part TWO of this Iscann Group Podcast series: Japan's New Security Posture: Net Assessment of Regional Implications, host James Chao is joined by IScann Group's Managing Director, Andrew Vasko, and Senior Advisors, Arnaud Sobrero and Yuster Yu as they discuss AUKUS implications on Indo-Pacific defence.

Oct 29, 202121:16
Japan New Security Posture: Net Assessment of Regional Implications (Part One) - Japan’s New Defense Whitepaper

Japan New Security Posture: Net Assessment of Regional Implications (Part One) - Japan’s New Defense Whitepaper

In part ONE of this Iscann Group Podcast series: Japan's New Security Posture: Net Assessment of Regional Implications, host James Chao is joined by IScann Group's Managing Director, Andrew Vasko, and Senior Advisors, Arnaud Sobrero and Yuster Yu as they discuss Japan’s changing role & capabilities in the Indo-Pacific.

Oct 13, 202126:12
Next Level Threat: The Colonial Pipeline Cyber Intrusion and the Lessons Learned from OSINT (Final Episode)

Next Level Threat: The Colonial Pipeline Cyber Intrusion and the Lessons Learned from OSINT (Final Episode)

For the final part of this three-part series, host James Chao is joined by Senior Advisors Yuster Yu, Richard Coyne and IScann Group's Managing Director, Andrew Vasko as they unpack the short and long term implications of the Colonial Pipeline Intrusion.

Oct 09, 202126:31
Next Level Threat: The Colonial Pipeline Cyber Intrusion and the Lessons Learned from OSINT (Part Two)

Next Level Threat: The Colonial Pipeline Cyber Intrusion and the Lessons Learned from OSINT (Part Two)

Due to its size and scope, the Colonial Pipeline intrusion was a significant event and represents one of the largest disruptions of American critical infrastructure by hackers in history.

In part two of this three-part series, our host James Chao is joined by IScann Group's Managing Director, Andrew Vasko, and Senior Advisors Yuster Yu, who has an extensive background in the US and Taiwan's naval forces, and Richard Coyne, a former UK intelligence officer specialising in acquiring concealed data. To understand how an attack like this can happen and the risks now posed for similar organisations, the four experts study the Stuxnet attack - what happened, how it happened, and the implications.

Aug 31, 202129:02
Next Level Threat: The Colonial Pipeline Cyber Intrusion and the Lessons Learned from OSINT (Part One)

Next Level Threat: The Colonial Pipeline Cyber Intrusion and the Lessons Learned from OSINT (Part One)

The attack on the Colonial Pipeline represents one of the largest disruptions of American critical infrastructure by hackers in history, and demonstrates how severe the global epidemic of ransomware has become.

In part one of this three-part series, our host James Chao is joined by IScann Group's Managing Director, Andrew Vasko, and Senior Advisors Yuster Yu, who has an extensive background in the US and Taiwan's naval forces, and Richard Coyne, a former UK intelligence officer specialising in acquiring concealed data. The four experts discuss the Colonial Pipeline intrusion and how this large-scale cyber-attack have moved us into another level of threat and what organisations can do to protect themselves.

Aug 05, 202132:09
The Use of Wargaming in Strategic Communications

The Use of Wargaming in Strategic Communications

Gaining momentum outside of military strategies, wargaming is swiftly becoming a popular tool for executives and strategic marketing and crisis communications. But what are the benefits? And what can organisations engaging in wargaming expect? 

Host, Victoria Powell, is joined by IScann Group’s Senior Advisors, Stephenie David and Tate Nurkin to discuss “wargaming” use in strategic communications. 

Taking a stance on the topic from different areas of focus, Tate comes to us with a long history of providing strategic thought to global militaries, defence industries and corporates throughout the globe. Tate has 22 years of experience in the design and delivery of scenario planning, wargames, and red teaming exercises. Approaching for a more commercial angle, Stephenie is a practitioner of strategic communications to the finance, insurance and broadcasting industry for years, with over 20 years of proven experience in PR strategy and crisis and reputation management.


Jul 07, 202123:50
Chasing the Sun: Performance Training and Charity Bike Rides
Jun 21, 202113:58
Velocity, Volume, Variety: The Future of Uncrewed Systems

Velocity, Volume, Variety: The Future of Uncrewed Systems

Swarms of coordinated drones, short-range reconnaissance aircrafts, and biometric robots are changing the game of warfare - these are no longer far off future scenarios.

Host, Victoria Powell, is joined by IScann Group's Senior Advisor, Tate Nurkin, to talk about uncrewed systems in the military and defense industry. Mr. Nurkin addresses the velocity of demand in the market, the volume of supply, and the variety of solutions.

A highly-esteemed expert, Mr. Nurkin has a strong focus on Indo-Pacific military capabilities and geopolitical competition, the effects of emerging technologies on security and defense communities, and the future of military capabilities and competition. He also has 22 years of experience in the design and delivery of scenario planning, wargames, and red teaming exercises.

So, what are the strategic advantages of uncrewed systems? How will they change the balance of current hot spots and disputed areas?

Have a listen and find out!

Jun 15, 202127:49
Cutting out the Noise: The Tools of Reputation Management

Cutting out the Noise: The Tools of Reputation Management

Many people and companies make the mistake of not connecting reputation with the value of what that company or brand may bring, that it is an important asset and has a specific value. 

Host, Victoria Powell, is joined by IScann Group’s Senior Advisor, Stephenie David, and Managing Director, Andrew Vasko to talk about the importance of reputation management and the tools that can be used to do so.

An expert in the field, Stephenie has over 20 years of proven experience in PR strategy and crisis and reputation management in industries, such as broadcasting, financial services and insurance.  Andrew Vasko comes from a background of security and long-term war gaming strategy.  

Take control of what is being said about you and learn how to shape your narrative. 



May 31, 202120:28