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Mar 26, 2025 18 min

Ransomware: Inside The Digital Hostage Crisis

from Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. Hosted by Future Center Ventures, Mark M. Whelan

Security expert Roger Grimes breaks down the billion-dollar ransomware industry, from its humble beginnings to today's sophisticated criminal enterprises. Learn why cybercriminals have shifted to "ransomware-as-a-service" and how a single unpatched system can bring an organization to its knees. This essential episode explores the controversial decision to pay ransoms, reveals why your employees might be your biggest vulnerability, and provides practical strategies for protecting against digital extortion. Whether you're an IT professional or business leader, discover how to build resilient defenses against the evolving ransomware threat.

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