Best Friend Software Labs Podcasts (2025)

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Is AI Making us Dumber? 44:47

10h ago44:47

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Alex Mead, co-creator of Redmaq, joins AI Lab Unfiltered to talk about solving one of the biggest headaches in architecture—disorganized communication. From buried meeting notes to scattered feedback, Alex explains how Redmaq uses AI to turn chaos into clarity, helping architects spend less time managing and more time designing. He also shares the …

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The dark hole of 'friendlies' and Western APTs 2:11:19

4d ago2:11:19

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Three Buddy Problem - Episode 48: We unpack a Dutch intelligence agencies report on ‘Laundry Bear’ and Microsoft’s parallel ‘Void Blizzard’ write-up, finding major gaps and bemoaning the absence of IOCs. Plus, discussion on why threat-intel naming is so messy, how initial-access brokers are powering even nation-state break-ins, and whether customer…

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From DevOps to 'Vibe Coding': Gene Kim on AI-Assisted Development and Platform Engineering 56:32

6d ago56:32

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What if you could turn a five-year software project into a one-month endeavor? Gene Kim, co-founder of IT Revolution and author of The Phoenix Project, reveals how AI-powered Vibe Coding is transforming the way developers work. Kim shares insights from his upcoming book about how developers are achieving unprecedented productivity, including how hi…

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Turning Shareholders into Superfans with AI – Walter Ward III 31:29

7d ago31:29

31:29

Walter Ward III, co-founder of TiiCKER, joins the AI Lab Unfiltered podcast to share how he’s building a fintech startup that lets everyday investors unlock perks—just for owning stock. Think free Häagen-Dazs for holding shares or a discount on the Stars app if you’re a Lionsgate investor. Walter also reveals how AI powers the platform behind the s…

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Russia hacks Ukraine war supply lines, Signal blocks Windows screenshots, BadSuccessor vuln disclosure debate 2:30:37

11d ago2:30:37

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Three Buddy Problem - Episode 47: We unpack a multi-agency report on Russia’s APT28/Fancy Bear hacking and spying on Ukraine war supply lines, CISA’s sloppy YARA rules riddled with false positives, the ethics of full-disclosure after Akamai dropped Windows Server “BadSuccessor” exploit details, and Sekoia’s discovery of thousands of hijacked edge d…

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How AI Personas Will Reshape Product Design, Teams & Workflows 48:30

14d ago48:30

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In this episode of AI Lab Unfiltered, hosts Drew and Pete engage with Ben Jocks from Mutually Human to explore the evolving landscape of AI personas. They discuss the integration of generative AI tools in software development, the importance of collaboration and competition in AI applications, and the potential for AI to enhance social interactions…

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A Coinbase breach with bribes, rogue contractors and a $20M ransom demand 2:23:34

18d ago2:23:34

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Three Buddy Problem - Episode 46: We dig into a Coinbase breach headlined by bribes, rogue contractors and a $20 million ransom demand. Plus, (another!) batch of Ivanti and Microsoft zero-days being exploited in the wild, a new 'Intrusion Logging' feature coming to Android, Apple's iOS 18.5 patches, and the EU announcing its own vulnerability datab…

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We Replaced Our Cold Callers With AI. Here's What Happened. 49:51

21d ago49:51

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In this conversation, John Butler from Echo X discusses the evolution of AI tools, particularly focusing on content creation and property management solutions. He shares his personal journey of overcoming discomfort with video through AI avatars and highlights the development of AI scheduling tools. The discussion also touches on regulatory challen…

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JAGS keynote: The intricacies of wartime cyber threat intelligence 31:07

25d ago31:07

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Three Buddy Problem - Episode 45: (The buddies are trapped in timezone hell with cross-continent travel this week). In the meantime, absorb this keynote presented by Juan Andres Guerrero-Saade (JAG-S) at CounterThreats 2023. It's a frank discussion on the role of cyber threat intelligence (CTI) during wartime and its importance in bridging informat…

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Why AI Will Never Replace Us with Kim Bode 54:50

29d ago54:50

54:50

In this episode of the AI Lab Unfiltered podcast, host and guest Kim Bode discuss the integration of AI in public relations, focusing on its applications, challenges, and the importance of training AI models to align with brand voice. They explore various AI tools, the necessity of responsible AI usage in education, and the evolving landscape of AI…

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273: Publishing to EdTech: The Unlikely Road to Evolution Labs with Founder Peter Kraft 1:26:53

29d ago1:26:53

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Peter Kraft is the Founder and President of Evolution Labs. Prior to founding Evolution Labs, Kraft was instrumental in forming and re-envisioning two educational software companies that led the industry in recruitment, enrollment and retention of college students. He co-founded GoalQuest in 2000 and served as its CEO until 2007 when he spearheaded…

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Signalgate redux, OpenAI's Aardvark, normalizing cyber offense 2:38:40

1M ago2:38:40

2:38:40

Three Buddy Problem - Episode 44: We unpack news that US government officials are using an obscure app to archive Signal messages, OpenAI’s new “Aardvark” code-evaluation and reasoning model and leapfrog implications, NSC cyber lead Alexei Bulazel on normalizing US offensive operations, and JP Morgan Chase CISO’s warning to software vendors. Plus, …

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Snyk’s Danny Allan on Making Security Developer-Friendly 45:26

1M ago45:26

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Security often feels like a roadblock to developers, but what if it could be seamlessly integrated into the development process? As software delivery becomes increasingly automated and self-service, the traditional approach to security needs a major overhaul. Danny Allan, CTO at Snyk, shares practical insights on transforming security from a bottle…

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Unlocking Emotional Intelligence in AI with Craig Tucker 48:56

1M ago48:56

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In this episode of the AI Lab Unfiltered podcast, Craig Tucker, CEO of Vern AI, discusses the origins and development of Vern AI, a technology designed to enhance emotional intelligence in AI applications. The conversation explores the complexities of human emotions, the limitations of current sentiment analysis models, and the innovative approache…

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Thomas Rid joins the show: AI consciousness, TP-Link's China connection, trust in hardware security 1:33:42

1M ago1:33:42

1:33:42

Three Buddy Problem - Episode 43: Director of the Alperovitch Institute for Cybersecurity Studies Thomas Rid joins the show for a deep-dive into the philosophical and ethical considerations surrounding AI consciousness and anthropomorphism. We dig into the multifaceted implications of AI technology, particularly focusing on data privacy, national s…

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People Are Getting Attached to AI Friends — Here’s Why 53:39

1M ago53:39

53:39

In this conversation, Dan Hungerford, founder of EverFriends AI, discusses the intersection of AI and emotional intelligence, particularly in the context of elderly care. He shares his journey from a background in psychology to developing a mobile app that provides companionship through digital humans. The app aims to alleviate feelings of isolatio…

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China doxxes NSA, CVE's funding crisis, Apple's zero-day troubles 1:39:19

2M ago1:39:19

1:39:19

Three Buddy Problem - Episode 42: We dig into news that China secretly fessed up to the Volt Typhoon hacks and followed up with claims that named NSA agents launched advanced cyberattacks against the Asian Winter Games. Plus, the MITRE CVE funding crisis, new Apple 0days in the wild includes PAC bypass exploit, Microsoft Patch Tuesday zero-days. Pl…

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vCluster with Lukas Gentele: Rethinking Kubernetes Multi-Tenancy 40:56

2M ago40:56

40:56

Are your platform teams constantly saying "no" to requests for new Kubernetes clusters? The traditional approach to Kubernetes multi-tenancy forces organizations to choose between cluster sprawl or restrictive namespaces - neither of which fully meets the needs of modern development teams. Lukas Gentele, CEO and co-founder of Loft Labs, shares how …

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Can AI Market Ethically? 41:37

2M ago41:37

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In this episode of the AI Lab Unfiltered Podcast, the conversation revolves around the practical applications of AI in education and marketing. Rachel Hammond, an associate professor, shares her insights on how AI is transforming higher education, the challenges of integrating AI into curricula, and the ethical considerations that come with its use…

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GIS Director Reveals How SPACE LASERS Map the Ocean 40:44

2M ago40:44

40:44

In this episode of the AI Lab Unfiltered podcast, Graham Timoney from Blue Carbon International discusses the intersection of AI and environmental conservation. He shares his journey from mapping the ocean to utilizing advanced technologies like remote sensing and machine learning to monitor and protect vital ecosystems, particularly seagrass. The …

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NSA director fired, Ivanti's 0day screw-up, backdoor in robot dogs 1:36:57

2M ago1:36:57

1:36:57

Three Buddy Problem - Episode 41: Costin and Juanito join the show from Black Hat Asia in Singapore. We discuss Bunnie Huang's keynote on hardware supply chains and a classification system to establish a grounded perspective on trust in hardware, Ivanti's misdiagnosis of a critical VPN applicance flaw and Mandiant reporting on a Chinese APT exploit…

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Building Real-World Platforms: Abby Bangser on CNCF, Kratix, & Syntasso 53:54

2M ago53:54

53:54

When organizations grow beyond using third-party platforms, they face a critical challenge: how to build internal platforms that enable teams to work efficiently while maintaining security and compliance. Abby Bangser, founding principal engineer at Syntasso, shares insights on creating real-world platforms that strike the right balance between sta…

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The BIGGEST Problem with AI Agents in 2025 with Alex Mead 53:23

2M ago53:23

53:23

In this episode of AI Lab Unfiltered, hosts Drew and Pete discuss the latest advancements in AI with their guest, Alex Mead. The conversation covers the implications of AI reasoning, the significance of the chain of thought concept, and the potential concerns regarding data privacy when using AI models. The episode also explores the accessibility o…

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Signalgate and ID management hiccups, PuzzleMaker and Chrome 0days, Lab Dookhtegan returns 1:52:34

2M ago1:52:34

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Three Buddy Problem - Episode 40: On the show this week, we look at the technical deficiencies and opsec concerns around the use of Signal for ultra-sensitive communications. Plus, some speculation on who's behind Kaspersky’s ‘Operation Forum Troll’ report, Chinese discussion on NSA/CIA mobile networks exploitation, and the return of ‘Lab Dookhtega…

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Embracing AI The Future of Business Innovation and AI Policies With Pete Terryn and Drew Veach 17:37

2M ago17:37

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In this episode, the hosts discuss the origins and mission of the West Michigan AI Lab, emphasizing the importance of community engagement in AI. They explore the concerns surrounding AI adoption in businesses, the necessity of implementing AI policies, and share personal experiences with various AI tools. The conversation highlights the value of l…

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272: From Selling Phones Out of a Van to Leading a 9-Figure Empire | Brett Beveridge of T-ROC 1:13:10

2M ago1:13:10

1:13:10

Brett Beveridge is the President of The Revenue Optimization Companies. Brett is an entrepreneurial, results-driven executive with over 20 years of experience and success in the wireless and technology industries. He has hands-on success in start-ups, profit turnarounds, mergers and acquisitions, IPOs and fundraising and is the driving force behind…

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China exposing Taiwan hacks, Paragon spyware and WhatsApp exploits, CISA budget cuts 1:56:22

2M ago1:56:22

1:56:22

Three Buddy Problem - Episode 39: Luta Security CEO Katie Moussouris joins the buddies to parse news around a coordinated Chinese exposure of Taiwan APT actors, CitizenLab's report on Paragon spyware and WhatsApp exploits, an “official” Russian government exploit-buying operation shopping for Telegram exploits, the fragmentation of exploit markets …

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Smart TV Testing Made Simple with Dave Lucia of TV Labs 47:50

3M ago47:50

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Testing smart TV applications presents unique challenges that traditional web testing approaches can't solve. Dave Lucia, CTO and co-founder of TV Labs, shares how his team built a platform that virtualizes televisions and set-top boxes to help media companies test their smart TV apps on physical devices. Learn about TV Labs' innovative architectur…

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How Women are Driving AI Innovation in 2025 with Elizabeth Goede 49:44

3M ago49:44

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Use code "AILab30" for 30% off your registration for the AI in Action Conference. https://aiinactionconference.com/home?am_id=AILabPodcast In this engaging conversation, Elizabeth Godey shares her journey into the world of artificial intelligence, highlighting the importance of women's representation in the tech industry. The discussion covers the …

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A half-dozen Microsoft zero-days, Juniper router backdoors, advanced bootkit hunting 2:05:43

3M ago2:05:43

2:05:43

Three Buddy Problem - Episode 38: On the show this week, we look at a hefty batch of Microsoft zero-days exploited in the wild, iOS 18.3.2 fixing an exploited WebKit bug, a mysterious Unpatched.ai being credited with Microsoft Access RCE flaws, and OpenAI lobbying for the US to ban China's DeepSeek. Plus, discussion on a Binarly technical paper wit…

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How is AI Advancing Education For Better or Worse with Charles “Charlie” Elwood 51:32

3M ago51:32

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In this episode of AI Lab Unfiltered, the conversation explores the intersection of AI and education, featuring insights from Charlie Elwood, a Microsoft AI MVP. The discussion covers Charlie's journey into AI, the real-world applications of AI in educational settings, the importance of personalization in learning, ethical considerations surroundin…

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Revisiting the Lamberts, i-Soon indictments, VMware zero-days 1:39:32

3M ago1:39:32

1:39:32

Three Buddy Problem - Episode 37: This week, we revisit the public reporting on a US/Russia cyber stand down order, CISA declaring no change to its position on tracking Russian threats, and the high-level diplomatic optics at play. Plus, a dissection of ‘The Lamberts’ APT and connections to US intelligence agencies, attribution around ‘Operation Tr…

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How Chat-GPT is Rewriting the Rules of Software Engineering With Josh Barker CEO of City Innovations 1:00:36

3M ago1:00:36

1:00:36

In this conversation, the Pete and Drew explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and digital product innovation with Josh Barker. They discuss the journey from engineering to entrepreneurship, the challenges of integrating AI into human interactions, and the transformative potential of AI in business processes. The conversation highlight…

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Lazarus ByBit $1.4B heist was supply chain attack on developer 1:53:22

3M ago1:53:22

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Three Buddy Problem - Episode 36: Ryan and Juanito join the show from the RE//verse conference with discussion on Natalie Silvanovic’s keynote on hunting for bugs in mobile messengers, the thrill of looking at exposed attack surfaces and the grueling “losses” bug hunters endure before a breakthrough. We also cover the latest on the $1.4 billion ByB…

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Trust, Lock-in, And Better Infrastructure Management 1:03:05

3M ago1:03:05

1:03:05

Why do 70% of organizations still struggle to adopt infrastructure as code? Sören Martius, CPO and co-founder of Terramate, joins Cory O'Daniel to tackle the challenges of modern infrastructure management and the delicate balance between vendor trust and lock-in. The conversation explores practical solutions for common infrastructure challenges, fr…

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North Korea's biggest ever crypto heist: $1.4B stolen from Bybit 2:07:07

3M ago2:07:07

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Three Buddy Problem - Episode 35: Juanito is live from DistrictCon with notes on discussion of an elusive iOS zero-day by a company called QuaDream and Apple’s controversial removal of iCloud backup end-to-end encryption in the UK. We also cover a staggering $1.4 billion hack by the Lazarus Group against Bybit, new angles in NSA-linked cyber-espion…

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An 'extremely sophisticated' iPhone hack; Google flags major AMD microcode bug 1:25:12

4M ago1:25:12

1:25:12

Three Buddy Problem - Episode 34: We dig into the latest exploited Apple iPhone zero-day (USB Restricted Mode bypass), an AMD microcode flaw so serious it’s not being fully disclosed, a barrage of Patch Tuesday updates, the helpless nature of trying to defend corporate networks, Russian threat actor movements, and fresh intel from Rapid7, Volexity,…

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271: How to Breathe Life into a Business... Dr. Dan Cohen of Breathe Right Strips 55:39

4M ago55:39

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Dr. Dan Cohen is the former Chairman of CNS, Incorporated. Dr. Cohen was the driving force behind the meteoric rise of Breathe Right nasal strips, acquiring the rights to manufacture and sell the product for the medical equipment company he founded in 1982. In 2006, GlaxoSmithKline acquired CNS, including its Breathe Right nasal strips and FiberCho…

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Unpacking the UK government's secret iCloud backdoor demand 2:22:42

4M ago2:22:42

2:22:42

Three Buddy Problem - Episode 33: In this episode, we unpack the UK government's secret push for backdoor access to encrypted iCloud data, Apple’s approach to iCloud encryption, and the broader implications for privacy and security on a global scale. Plus, how security agencies handle zero-day vulnerabilities, surveillance spyware and mercenary hac…

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Meeting Developers In Their Existing Workflows: The Terrateam Advantage 57:02

4M ago57:02

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Building infrastructure tooling doesn't require massive VC funding or a huge team - just ask Malcolm Matalka, co-founder of bootstrapped Terrateam. Malcolm shares his journey from real estate websites to investment banking to biotech, before landing in infrastructure automation. Learn how Terrateam takes a unique "libraries over frameworks" approac…

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Inside the DeepSeek AI existential crisis, Chinese 'backdoor' in medical devices 2:19:44

4M ago2:19:44

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Three Buddy Problem - Episode 32: In this episode, we rummage through the DeepSeek hype and break down what makes it different from OpenAI’s models, why it’s stirring up existential controversies, and what it means for the broader tech landscape. We get into the privacy concerns, the geo-political implications, how AI models handle data, the ongoin…

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Death of the CSRB, zero-days storms at the edge, Juniper router backdoors 1:48:59

4M ago1:48:59

1:48:59

Three Buddy Problem - Episode 31: Dennis Fisher steps in for Ryan Naraine to moderate discussion on a very busy week in cybersecurity. The cast dig into the wave of big research reports, the disbanding of the Cyber Safety Review Board (CSRB), the ongoing flood of exploits targeting security appliances from Ivanti and SonicWall, and the recent Lumen…

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Beyond GitOps: Rethinking Cloud Self-Service with Dave Williams 1:16:17

4M ago1:16:17

1:16:17

Is GitOps holding your team back? In this thought-provoking conversation with Massdriver co-founder Dave Williams, we challenge conventional wisdom around cloud infrastructure management and explore why traditional approaches to compliance and self-service may be creating more problems than they solve. Discover how leading organizations are moving …

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Inside the PlugX malware removal operation, CISA takes victory lap and another Fortinet 0day 1:59:52

5M ago1:59:52

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Three Buddy Problem - Episode 30: We discuss French threat-intel Sekoia creating a portal to handle “sovereign disinfections” of the PlugX malware, CISA leadership taking a victory lap using the ‘Secure by Design’ pledge as a trophy, the new Biden cybersecurity Executive Order, another Fortinet zero-day, the TikTok ban and Ukrainian hackers targeti…

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Hijacking .gov backdoors, Ivanti 0days and a Samsung 0-click vuln 1:48:21

5M ago1:48:21

1:48:21

Three Buddy Problem - Episode 29: Another day, another Ivanti zero-day being exploited in the wild. Plus, China's strange response to Volt Typhoon attribution, Japan blames China for hacks, a Samsung 0-click vulnerability found by Project Zero, Kim Zetter's reporting on drone sightings and a nuclear scare. Plus, hijacking abandoned .gov backdoors a…

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Breaking Down Healthcare Delivery Barriers with Joel Vasallo 50:49

5M ago50:49

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Feeling overwhelmed by the number of apps you need to manage while building developer trust, managing costs, and trying to create an extensible platform that teams actually want to use? Joel Vasallo shares practical insights from scaling TAG's platform engineering initiatives across multiple healthcare organizations. Learn how his team transformed …

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US Treasury hacked via BeyondTrust, MISP and the threat actor naming mess 1:49:16

5M ago1:49:16

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Three Buddy Problem - Episode 28: In this episode, we explore the ongoing challenges of threat actor naming in cybersecurity and the confusion caused by a lack of standardization, methodological inconsistencies and skewed, marketing-driven incentives. Plus, the US Treasury/BeyondTrust hack, the surge in 0day discoveries, a new variant of the Xdr33 …

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270: Once Again, the Return of the Non-Food Franchise King: Jon Ostenson of Franbridge Consulting 59:52

5M ago59:52

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Jon Ostenson is the Founder of FranBridge Consulting. Jon is a top 1% Franchise Consultant in the US, and frequent contributor on franchising across a variety of outlets and publications. Jon is a multi-brand franchisee himself, and along with his business partners, he has great operators leading these ventures. As a result, he is able to commit ov…

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Palo Alto network edge device backdoor, Cyberhaven browser extension hack, 2024 research highlights 1:53:11

5M ago1:53:11

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Three Buddy Problem - Episode 27: We discuss the discovery of a Palo Alto network firewall attack and a stealthy network ed ge device backdoor (LITTLELAMB.WOOLTEA), the Cyberhaven hack and the shady world of browser extensions, and a look back at the top research projects that caught our attention in 2025. Cast: Juan Andres Guerrero-Saade, Costin R…

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US government's VPN advice, dropping bombs on ransomware gangs 1:58:40

5M ago1:58:40

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Three Buddy Problem - Episode 26: We dive deep into the shadowy world of surveillance and cyber operations, unpacking Amnesty International's explosive report on NoviSpy, a previously unknown Android implant used against Serbian activists, and the links to Israeli forensics software vendor Cellebrite. Plus, thoughts on the US government’s controver…

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