Are Cyber Predictions Worth It? Plus Chinese AI Attacks, IoT Takeovers

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Do you really need predictions to tackle cyber threats? Join host Kim along with intelligence analyst John & special guest CISO Rafal Baran as they discuss:

• New NPM Supply Chain Threat (1:13)
• China Manipulates AI for Initial Access (4:46)
• Cloud Gaps Bring IoT Takeover (7:29)
• 2026 Cyber-Threat Predictions (10:57)

Rafal Baran: IT security leader and CISO in the global reinsurance space. He focuses on building practical security and privacy programs across multiple jurisdictions, with an emphasis on cloud security and incident readiness. He advises senior leadership on emerging risks and resilience and holds boardroom certification as a Qualified Technology Expert, along with multiple credentials spanning cybersecurity, privacy, and the re/insurance domains. Outside his role, he mentors upcoming security professionals and contributes to the broader cyber community.

Kim Bromley: Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst on the ReliaQuest Threat Research Team. She joined ReliaQuest in June 2020 following a 10-year career in UK law enforcement, and has acted as host since 2024. Kim brings a wealth of experience in threat intelligence and law enforcement tactics, providing unique insights.

John Dilgen: Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst at ReliaQuest, where he specializes in researching cyber threats impacting ReliaQuest customers. With a strong technical background, he previously served as an Incident Response Analyst and Trainer at ReliaQuest.