Surveillance: The Quiet Autocracy
The nation is moving toward autocracy. It does not look like tanks in the street. It looks like code, data contracts, and blurred legal lines. The threat is a vast surveillance system built to track non-citizens, now repurposed to monitor citizens. The goal of democracy is free action without fear of the state. The goal Read More …
CDR – Cloud Detection and Response
I have witnessed the evolution of security from a static, perimeter-focused discipline to a dynamic practice centered on data and identity. The shift to the cloud had been the most significant disruption, introducing a level of complexity that traditional security tools were never designed to handle. This is the operational reality that has given rise Read More …
MFA: Multi-Factor Authentication
In an age where our lives are increasingly intertwined with technology, ensuring the security of our online accounts has never been more critical. One of the most effective ways to enhance your account security is through Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). While the term may sound technical, understanding MFA is essential for anyone looking to protect their Read More …
Economics is a non-linear Human System
Economic systems aren’t like physical ones; they don’t naturally reach a stable equilibrium. The boom-and-bust cycle and rising wealth disparity aren’t bugs. They are the undocumented features of a capitalist system, proving it’s not a self-stabilizing system. Economics Isn’t a Linear System Most of us learned about supply and demand in school. Price goes up, Read More …
CIEM – Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management
The landscape of IT has evolved from a few on-premises servers to a complex, multi-cloud reality. The old security mantra of “build a strong perimeter” is a relic of the past. Today, our biggest security challenges are no longer about keeping threats out but about managing who has access to what, and how much access Read More …
SAML – Security Assertion Markup Language
In today’s digital landscape, where online security is paramount, understanding the tools that help protect our identities is essential. One such tool is SAML, which stands for Security Assertion Markup Language. While the acronym may sound complex, SAML plays a crucial role in enhancing identity security, especially in environments where multiple applications and services are Read More …
Omaha’s favorite son on the wrong end of a traffic stop
The Omaha Police Chief, Tobb Schmaderer, acknowledged a nationwide racial disparity in policing, stating that police are “generally a true statement” more likely to pull Black people out of their cars at gunpoint than other racial groups. This statement came as the city addressed the controversial traffic stop of champion boxer, Terence “Bud” Crawford, a Read More …