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The Dark Web can be a dangerous marketplace for crime, but many would be surprised to learn there are benefits to its use as well. Join BlackCloak's Buddy Rikard as he gives listeners a crash course into what the Dark Web is, how it poses significant risk, and also it's beneficial applications from journalistic investigation to access by citizens of oppressive nations.  Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only. It is highly recommended you avoid attempting to navigate the Dark Web without expert assistance. Visit the BlackCloak website and follow BlackCloak on LinkedIn.

Hardening your social media accounts and knowing the best practices to stay secure while using any platform is a critical component to safeguarding your privacy. In this episode, BlackCloak Director of Product and Emerging Technology Buddy Rikard offers practical tips content creators and the average social media user can take to protect their digital life. Visit the BlackCloak website and follow BlackCloak on LinkedIn.

With the evolution of deepfakes and AI tools, fake job scams are no longer as obvious as they once were. And they’re targeting both the hiring managers and job seekers alike. Join BlackCloak Director of Product and Emergic Technology Buddy Rikard as he breaks down some of the most common job scams, evolving tactics, and the red flags to look out for. Visit the BlackCloak website and follow BlackCloak on LinkedIn.

Ethical hacking, also known as white-hat hacking, is a valuable practice of identifying weaknesses in a company’s cybersecurity before the cybercriminals do. Join BlackCloak Cybersecurity Engineer Amee Baldacini for a crash course in ethical hacking as she breaks down components of a successful assessment, penetration test, and more. Visit the BlackCloak website and follow BlackCloak on LinkedIn.

Dozens of current and former security leaders recently wrote an open letter addressed to the public, journalists, employers, and policymakers urging them to avoid outdated advice, or “hacklore”, around digital risk. However, there’s one important caveat–this doesn’t necessarily apply to high-risk individuals. Join BlackCloak Cybersecurity Engineer Mike Lamberth for a  discussion on why this advice is still very relevant for the high-net-worth individual to secure their digital footprint. You can read the open letter referenced at: https://www.hacklore.org/letter.  Visit the BlackCloak website and follow BlackCloak on LinkedIn.

As the cyber threat landscape continues to evolve, so too must our strategies and education. Join BlackCloak leaders Ingrid Gliottone and Brian Hill for part two of the 2026 predictions series, where they dive into why privacy will shift from a passive compliance to a personal mandate, and how personal attacks will increasingly target the family ecosystem.  Visit the BlackCloak website and follow BlackCloak on LinkedIn.

With corporate leaders and their families increasingly becoming the weakest link into the enterprise, personal and work risks have merged into a single priority. Join BlackCloak Founder & CEO Dr. Chris Pierson, and VP of Product Matt Covington as they dive into the 2026 cybersecurity predictions designed to arm you with the strategic clarity needed to face an environment where Digital Executive Protection (DEP) is no longer optional, but a non-negotiable foundation for maintaining corporate trust, financial stability, and brand integrity. View BlackCloak's 2026 predictions here.  Visit the BlackCloak website and follow BlackCloak on LinkedIn.

‘Tis the season for the latest and greatest new smart devices. But did you know that oftentimes these brand new devices are often already outdated by the time you open them, leaving you vulnerable to increased cyber risk? BlackCloak Head of Security Services Brian Hill breaks down how to secure new devices, including how to optimize security when purchasing smart devices for children this holiday season. Visit the BlackCloak website and follow BlackCloak on LinkedIn.

The holiday season presents a unique opportunity for cybercriminals as consumers spend more, shop online frequently, and urgently seek out the latest deals. That urgency, however, can increase vulnerability and cyber risk–playing right into a threat actor’s hands. Join BlackCloak’s Head of Security Services Brian Hill as he outlines trending threats to be aware of and provides actionable tips to avoid falling victim to holiday scams.  Visit the BlackCloak website and follow BlackCloak on LinkedIn.

The holidays are consistently the busiest travel periods of the year, presenting potential cyber risk before, during, and even after a trip. For cybercriminals, it’s the perfect opportunity to strike. And the higher the profile, the greater the risk. Join Sarah Rosen, Managing Director of Private Client Services at BlackCloak, as she explores the travel scams targeting high-net-worth individuals during the holiday season, and provides practical tips to travel securely.  Visit the BlackCloak website and follow BlackCloak on LinkedIn.

As homes become more integrated with the latest smart devices, it’s important to recognize the expanded attack surface this creates. These vulnerabilities present opportunities for a cyberattack that could impact the entire family, and even the organizations for which they work. Join BlackCloak Head of Security Services Brian Hill as he breaks down the necessity of securing your home network, shares real-world examples of these exploits, and provides steps you can take to protect your privacy. Visit the BlackCloak website and follow BlackCloak on LinkedIn.

Younger generations have lived their entire lives online, meaning years of deeply personal, contextual information about them is freely available on the internet, increasing cyber risk for them and the entire family. And just because they’re tech savvy doesn’t mean they’re cyber aware. Join Sarah Rosen, BlackCloak’s Managing Director of Private Client Services, as she explains why that assumption is a dangerous blind spot, and offers proactive tips for Family Offices to ensure the family stays secure.  Visit the BlackCloak website and follow BlackCloak on LinkedIn.

From deepfakes to spear phishing, social engineering remains a cybercriminal's most effective weapon. BlackCloak's OSINT and Threat Intelligence Manager Chris Carter explores how these threats have evolved from the the Trojan Horse to today’s sophisticated cyberattacks, dives into the psychological reasons why social engineering continues to work, and explains simple steps individuals and companies can take to protect themselves. Visit the BlackCloak website and follow BlackCloak on LinkedIn.

Internet of Things (IoT) devices, many of which we use daily, add a layer of convenience to our routine, but they also add cyber risk. There are, however, alternatives that lessen your digital footprint while still including many of the same benefits we’ve come to expect of our smart home devices. BlackCloak’s Senior Incident Responder and Triage Team Lead Kathryn Carnell discusses how you can optimize your privacy and security while maintaining convenience. Visit the BlackCloak website and follow BlackCloak on LinkedIn.

Get inside the mind of a cybercriminal with BlackCloak's OSINT and Threat Intelligence Manager, Chris Carter. This episode explores the process of thinking like an attacker, the critical importance of proactive threat modeling, and how security teams stay one step ahead of ever-evolving tactics. Learn how threat intelligence is gathered and used to resolve incidents and develop a strong defensive posture. Visit the BlackCloak website and follow BlackCloak on LinkedIn.