Episode 13

May 2, 2024

Join us as we review the last twelve episodes of Top 3 Threats and analyze which of our expert threat hunters made accurate predictions. We use predictive analysis in all our discussions, and our guests have a remarkable track record of forecasting future events.

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Episode 1 - 02/01/2024 - Kervin Aucoin

1. Increased Tensions in the Middle East could become a regional conflict. Such a conflict could spill over to Europe.

2. China's threat in the Indo-Pacific leading to a conflict in the Indo-Pacific that affects the United States and Allies within the region.

3. Russia's move West spilling over into other parts of Europe.

Episode 2 - 02/06/2024 - Patrick Kane

1. Civil Unrest & Political Instability

2. Insider Threat

3. Lack of Staff Awareness

Episode 3 - 02/15/2024 - Anna Lepingwell

1. Rising Violent Crime in Latin America.

2. Sahel trend towards Russian influence.

3. Anti-Western Sentiment is growing in Europe due to the Israel - Gaza conflict.

Episode 4 - 02/22/2024 - Declan Galvin

1. Regime Stability and Legitimacy in Africa.

2. Geopolitical Dynamics in Sudan and the Horn of Africa.

3. Cybersecurity Developments in Africa.

Episode 5 - 02/29/2024 - Daniel Weil

1. Escalating conflict in the north of Israel and the effect it may have on protective security.

2. The regions surrounding the West Bank territories and the threat of potential terror attacks to those in the surrounding area.

3. The region lacks safe havens due to the ever-changing threat landscape (missiles) and the development of new threats.

Episode 6 - 03/07/2024 - Thomas (Tom) Pecora

1. The influx of non-indigenous individuals moving to developed countries for reasons other than obtaining citizenship.

2. Significant increase in targeted violent events in Europe, North America, and Asia.

3. Escalating tensions in Israel that might involve Hezbollah due to extensive support elements worldwide.

Episode 7 - 03/15/2024 - Stephanie Esper, CPP

1. There is potential for an escalation in violence as Prime Minister Ariel Henry steps down and interim personnel are appointed.

2. Security operations are significantly restricted due to roadblocks manned by various gangs and local vigilante factions.

3. Expatriates are stranded and unable to evacuate without significant outside government-sanctioned security support.

Episode 8 - 03/20/2024 - Colonel Tom Compitello

1. Terrorist groups operating in ungoverned or under-governed spaces.

2. Bad actors utilizing instability to conduct kidnappings or hostage takings.

3. Numerous proxy operations create a complex environment around the world.

Episode 9 - 04/04/2024 - Pete Morton CPP

1. An increase in unpredictability of where and when large-scale crises occur.

2. The exploitation of large-scale crises and evacuation by unqualified vendors.

3. Icreased access to information driving many crises and the response to crises.

Episode 10 - 04/09/2024 - Bryan Flannery

1. The potential for civil unrest surrounding the upcoming elections.

2. The threat of mass attacks that could result in high casualties at large gatherings.

3. The rise in workplace violence incidents here in the United States.

Episode 11 - 04/17/2024 - Scott Stewart

1. Celebrity clients and the targeted threat of unstable individuals.

2. Insider threats toward tech company executives.

3. Anti-Semitic threats toward leaders in the Jewish community.

Episode 12 - 04/25/2024 - Bruce McIndoe

1. The uncertainty around the lead-up and aftermath of the US presidential elections.

2. The regional unrest in the Middle East and its effect on business travel and operations.

3. The potential threats posed by Artificial Intelligence to business operations and how it can also be used to mitigate threats.