Cybercrime: From the Dark Web to Real-World Impact, How Cybercriminals Exploit Cryptocurrency
October 2 from 10:30 am to 11:30 am PDT
Keynote Speaker: Warren Krahenbil
Thursday, Oct 2 | 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Cybercrime is no longer confined to the shadowy corners of the internet—it’s a rapidly growing threat with serious real-world consequences. In this session, we’ll take a closer look at how cybercriminals are leveraging the dark web and emerging technologies like cryptocurrency and AI to commit fraud, launder money, and carry out targeted attacks, revealing the real-world impact of these digital threats on individuals and organizations.
Explore the underground world of cybercriminals, and learn how they exploit emerging technologies like cryptocurrency and AI to commit fraud, launder money, and target individuals and institutions. Gain insight into how cybercrime is impacting individuals and organizations across Canada. This session highlights real-world cases—from phishing attacks and ransomware incidents to identity theft and data breaches—showing how threat actors operate and evolve. Through firsthand stories and threat intelligence, we’ll examine the tactics used by cybercriminals, the role of the dark web in facilitating attacks, and practical strategies to strengthen the security posture in today’s digital landscape.
Whether you’re a student, faculty member, or staff, this session will equip you with practical strategies to strengthen your cybersecurity posture and become a Cyber Champion.
