Join hosts Matt Rose and Harry Baldwin as they sit down with Marco Riccardi, founder and CEO of QuoIntelligence, for an enlightening discussion about the evolution of cyber threat intelligence. 

Marco shares his fascinating journey from military psychological warfare to becoming a threat intelligence pioneer, explaining how his unique background in philosophy, geopolitics, and technical expertise shaped his approach to cybersecurity.

Key topics covered: 

• The founding story of QuoIntelligence and lessons for cybersecurity entrepreneurs 

• Essential skills for threat intelligence analysts in the AI era 

• Why communication and presentation matter as much as technical expertise 

• How geopolitical events drive cyber attack patterns 

• Making threat intelligence actionable for organisations 

• Career advice for cybersecurity professionals 

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 

00:55 Marco’s Journey into Cyber Threat Intelligence 

06:03 Influences and Inspirations 

10:04 Building QuoIntelligence and Entrepreneurial Insights 

23:24 The Role of AI in Journalism 

24:34 Learning and Adapting to AI 

26:52 The Future of Threat Intelligence 

42:58 Advice for Aspiring Professionals 

Whether you’re a cybersecurity leader, threat intelligence analyst, or entrepreneur in the space, this episode offers invaluable insights into building successful careers and companies in the rapidly evolving world of cyber threat intelligence. 

About the Guest:  

Marco Riccardi is the founder and CEO of QuoIntelligence, a leading threat intelligence company. With a background in military intelligence and extensive experience at major financial institutions, Marco has been at the forefront of the threat intelligence industry since its early days. 

About the Podcast:  

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