The Bid Picture with Bidemi Ologunde

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde talked about the recent drone incident at Vandenberg Space Force Base.

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde talked about the dark web, its history, how to access it, the legal and illegal activities there, how cryptocurrency supports illegal actions, and how law enforcement is fighting back.

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed why financial services companies have become increasingly attractive to tech and AI professionals; and  a recent nationwide alert by the U.S. government regarding a significant cyber threat from China-linked threat actors.

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde spoke with a long-time friend, Yabi Demissie, who works as an Associate Director of Alumni Engagement at Emory University, as well as a professional photographer during her spare time. We talked about social media bubbles, motivation, discipline, intentionality, and lots more.

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In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed some of the U.S. federal investigations involving cybersecurity incidents in November 2024.

Part 1: Cryptojacking Scheme - Joshua Paul Armbrust (Orr, Minnesota)
Part 2: Computer Hacking and Extortion Scheme - Robert Purbeck (Meridian, Idaho)
Part 3: Operating an Illegal Streaming Service - Yoany Vaillant (Las Vegas, Nevada)
Part 4: Cyber Exploitation and Cyberstalking - Jack Keegan Davis (Columbia, South Carolina)

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde spoke with Purandar Das, the Founder and CEO of Sotero, a global leader in data security and ransomware prevention and Ken Foster, a Cybersecurity, Architecture, and Compliance Expert.

The conversation touched on the latest requirement update to the PCI-DSS 4.0, and what motivated this latest update; what types of businesses need to comply with PCI-DSS 4.0, when the deadline for compliance is, and the risks of non-compliance; the reasons for an increased focus on encryption and real-time anomaly detection in PCI-DSS 4.0; how the new update to the PCI-DSS will impact day-to-day operations, and cost implications for organizations; how Sotero helps organizations achieve PCI-DSS compliance; how businesses can leverage PCI-DSS 4.0 compliance as a competitive advantage, and what the future look like for data security standards; and lots more.

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde spoke with Jorge (George) Flores. Jorge has been a cyber security professional for more than a decade and a half. In the most recent years of his career, George has transitioned into Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) in the field of healthcare, specializing in HIPAA and HITRUST audit. He has obtained the CISSP, HCISPP, ITIL, and CEH certifications, and currently holds a Master's Degree in Computer Science from FIU. George is an active member of South Florida ISSA as well as ISACA. He recently created an educational youtube channel "GRCguy" to help with security awareness and education. George is a proponent of "work/life balance" and encourages young cyber security professionals to ensure they prioritize what matters most first, which is all aspects of health.

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In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde read an article published on his Substack, IntelEdge360.

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In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde discussed some of the U.S. federal investigations involving cybersecurity incidents in October 2024.

Part 1: Cyberstalking - Brian Patrick Solomon (Las Vegas, Nevada)
Part 2: Verified Influencer Accounts Being Hijacked to Spread Malicious Software (Atlanta, Georgia)
Part 3: Sex Trafficking - Kendall Guyton and Gregory Ingram (Joliet, Illinois)
Part 4: Cyber Intrusion and Cryptocurrency Theft - Evan Frederick Light (Sioux Falls, South Dakota)
Part 5: Conspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud - Dariona Lambert, Zhamoniq Stevens, Chintankumar Parekh, Mehul Darji, and Sital Singh (St. Louis, Missouri)
Part 6: Attempted Kidnapping and Cyberstalking - Casey Medina (Rochester, New York)

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde spoke with Craig Petronella, the Founder of Petronella Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics. The conversation touched on ways to tackle the cybersecurity talent gap and how to carve out a niche in IT/cybersecurity. Craig shared insights into the rise of international cybercrime, its impact on small businesses, and affordable steps small business owners can take to reduce cyber risks. With over two decades of experience, Craig discussed his approach at  his company, where he helps businesses and organizations of all sizes meet compliance standards and protect their data. Craig’s expertise in security operations, managed services, and cloud security provides practical tips to strengthen defenses and keep businesses safe.