Why I am Still Awake

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Human Resource Security and IAM

2023-08-2934:27

In this week's episode of "Why I am Still Awake," host Darren Gallop delves into the critical domains of Human Resource Security and Identity and Access Management (IAM). Learn how these areas are essential for securing not just your business environment but also your personal life.Darren unpacks various controls and best practices within Human Resource Security, covering aspects such as background checks, onboarding processes, and BYOD policies. He also explores the IAM domain, highlighting ...

Privacy and Data Management

2023-08-0940:15

In this episode of "Why I am Still Awake," we delve into the essential realms of Privacy (PRV) and Data Management (DM), two core aspects of information security and data privacy tailored for small and medium-sized businesses. Join us as we explore the domain of data privacy, unpacking several common controls and key elements such as consent, accuracy, retention, disposal, and international data transfers.Listen closely as we dissect intricate components like privacy policies, access rights t...

Assets and Third Parties

2023-07-2611:44

In this episode of "Why I am Still Awake," Darren Gallop explores the crucial domains of Asset Management and Third-Party Management for ensuring information security and privacy. Discover their significance in protecting organizations and mitigating risks.Listen as Darren discusses the key controls within each domain, provides practical examples, and highlights their benefits. Gain valuable insights that extend beyond businesses into personal life and home.Thank you for listening to "Why I a...

Governance, Risk and Compliance

2023-07-1919:24

Join Darren Gallop in the premiere episode of "Why I am Still Awake," where we explore the crucial concepts of Governance, Risk, and Compliance.In this weekly podcast series, we'll cover various information security and data privacy domains and controls relevant to small and medium-sized businesses. Without diving into specific standards or regulations, we'll focus on the principles and best practices that form the foundation of these frameworks. We'll also discuss how these domains can apply...

Chat GPT - A Practical Introduction

2023-05-1721:21

In this episode of "Why I am Still Awake," Darren Gallop delves into the world of ChatGPT, sharing his experiences with the AI language model over the past six months. Starting with an overview of AI and ChatGPT, Darren discusses the cost of using ChatGPT, best practices for prompt engineering, and the platform's limitations. He shares some personal and professional use cases, touching on topics such as recipe generation, language learning, and garden planning. The episode also addresses secu...

The AI Voice Scam

2023-05-1008:41

In this final episode of the Scammers and Their Scams series, Darren Gallop discusses the AI Voice Scam. The AI Voice Scam uses artificial intelligence-based voice synthesizers to mimic the voice of someone the victim knows, such as a family member or business associate. Scammers then attempt to extract money or sensitive information by creating the illusion of authenticity.Darren shares recent incidents in Canada and the US, where victims were targeted by scammers using AI-generated voices. ...

The Will You Be My Friend Scam

2023-05-0314:32

In Episode 4 of "Why I am Still Awake," Darren Gallop discusses the "Will You Be My Friend" scam, which targets social media users and attempts to steal personal information or compromise their accounts. Gallop shares a personal experience of his own mother nearly fell victim to this scam, and walks listeners through the steps to take if they suspect they've been targeted.Throughout the episode, Gallop provides practical advice on protecting yourself from this type of scam, such as being caut...

The Too Good To Be True Loan Scam

2023-04-2712:45

In Episode 3 of "Why I am Still Awake," Darren Gallop dives into the world of loan scams, with a focus on the deceptive "It's Too Good To Be True Loan Scam." This particular scam preys on those who are struggling financially, offering an incredibly attractive loan with low interest rates and minimal requirements. However, as Gallop explains, the loan is just a façade, designed to lure victims into giving up their personal information and/or money.Throughout the episode, Gallop breaks down the...

The Grand Piano Scam

2023-04-2618:47

In Episode 2 of "Why I am Still Awake," Darren Gallop delves into the world of scams once again, this time focusing on the notorious Baby Grand Piano Scam. As the near victim of this particular scam himself, Gallop has a personal stake in unraveling the details and uncovering the tell-tale signs of a scam in progress.Throughout the episode, Gallop takes listeners through his own experience with the scam, explaining how it works and highlighting key indicators that should raise alarm bells for...

Scammers and Their Scams

2023-04-2423:22

In the first episode of "Why I am Still Awake," Darren Gallop discusses the world of scammers and their scams. This episode serves as an introduction to the series and covers various topics related to scams, such as the anatomy of a scam, key indicators, and who the scammers are and why they do what they do. Additionally, Gallop provides practical advice on how to protect yourself and your family from falling victim to scams. Finally, he takes a look at what the future of scamming may hold.Th...

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