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On way to #ransomwareTaskForce event
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May 5, 2023 at 10:18 AM
craignewmark.bsky.social
CommonGoodCyber interviewed IST CSO @megans.bsky.social on IST’s impact, the #RansomwareTaskForce, and long-term funding for #cybersecurity nonprofit. Read why she thinks multi-year funding is the key to sustained success: commongoodcyber.org/news/intervi...
Megan Stifel: “Flexible multi-year funding is crucial for nonprofits to sustain project activities and scale impact.” - Common Good Cyber
Megan Stifel from IST discusses cybersecurity challenges and IST’s milestones, impact, and views on funding.
commongoodcyber.org
May 22, 2025 at 4:42 PM
megans.bsky.social
Five years ago today Philip Reiner, Michael Daniel, John Davis, Jen Ellis Christopher Painter, Michael Phillips, Kemba Walden and I, together with the then tiny but mighty IST team and the essential input of the 60 plus Task Force participants, launched the #RansomwareTaskForce Report.
istorg.bsky.social Institute for Security and Technology @istorg.bsky.social · Apr 28
In the 5 years since the launch of the #RansomwareTaskForce, #ransomware has become a well-known threat with devastating consequences. On 4/30, Anja Shortland sits down with the RTF Co-chairs to reflect on progress & celebrate the release of her new book, Dark Screens!
🛡️ Register: bit.ly/4vNxe8S
April 30, 2026 at 3:38 AM
istorg.bsky.social
On 3/26, IST’s #RansomwareTaskForce tackles the UK gov’s open consultation on #ransomware. UK Head of National Security Cyber Policy Charlie Smoothy will kick us off with a short presentation on the 3 proposals, followed by a panel discussion with IST and RUSI experts.
🛡️ Register now: bit.ly/4hLPXcS
March 24, 2025 at 10:35 PM
craignewmark.bsky.social
Institute for Security and Technology and the #RansomwareTaskForce have launched the first international RTF in Brazil! IST’s Gigi Flores Bustamante connected with public & private stakeholders to discuss #ransomware disruption efforts in Brazil.her blog:

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Strengthening Brazil’s Cybersecurity: The Brazil Ransomware Task Force
In September, IST Senior Director for International Cyber Engagement Elizabeth Vish and Future for Digital Security Associate Gigi Flores Bustamante attended the first convening of Brazil’s Ransomware...
securityandtechnology.org
December 3, 2024 at 9:48 PM
istorg.bsky.social
In September, IST’s Elizabeth Vish & Gigi Flores Bustamante attended the first convening of the Brazil
#RansomwareTaskForce, co-organized by Brazil’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the OAS & IST. Gigi shares her reflections on launching the Brazil RTF 🇧🇷
🖋️ From the #NatSpecs blog: bit.ly/4907jQi
November 21, 2024 at 12:15 AM
brysonbort.bsky.social
🦄 #ransomwaretaskforce
May 5, 2023 at 1:37 PM
istorg.bsky.social
Now in its 4th year, the #RansomwareTaskForce helped pioneer the way policymakers approach #ransomware. At #RSAC today, IST CSO & RTF Executive Director @megans.bsky.social moderates a panel with key stakeholders to break down what's worked and what hasn’t.
🛡️ Register: bit.ly/4kjutG3
May 1, 2025 at 4:17 PM
istorg.bsky.social
Tomorrow, join IST’s #RansomwareTaskForce for a presentation of the UK gov’s open consultation on #ransomware with UK Cyber Head Charlie Smoothy, followed by an in-depth discussion with IST Adjunct Jen Ellis, RUSI Fellow Jamie MacColl, and IST Sr. Dir. Michael Klein.
🛡️ Register now: bit.ly/4hLPXcS
March 25, 2025 at 11:00 PM
craignewmark.bsky.social
#Ransomware attacks increased by 73% across the world in 2023, @IST_org and the #RansomwareTaskForce report. Once again, governments and hospitals were among the most targeted industries. Check out their map and learn more about how we can combat ransomware:
securityandtechnology.org/blog/2023-rt...
2023 RTF Global Ransomware Incident Map: Attacks Increase by 73%, Big Game Hunting Appears to Surge
The 2023 RTF Global Ransomware Incident Map presents the task force’s annual map of ransomware incidents and identifies ransomware trends worldwide.
securityandtechnology.org
October 4, 2024 at 2:22 PM
istorg.bsky.social
Now live at #RSA25: IST Chief Strategy Officer and RTF Executive Director Megan Stifel looks back on 4 years of the #RansomwareTaskForce with #cyber experts.
istorg.bsky.social Institute for Security and Technology @istorg.bsky.social · May 1
Now in its 4th year, the #RansomwareTaskForce helped pioneer the way policymakers approach #ransomware. At #RSAC today, IST CSO & RTF Executive Director @megans.bsky.social moderates a panel with key stakeholders to break down what's worked and what hasn’t.
🛡️ Register: bit.ly/4kjutG3
May 1, 2025 at 8:33 PM
silascutler.bsky.social
When the #RansomwareTaskForce worked on this in 2022, we based our assessments on data from ransomware group leak sites. It's an important slice, but not every incidents follows this model
https://securityandtechnology.org/blog/2022-global-ransomware-incident-map/
June 4, 2025 at 6:00 AM
istorg.bsky.social
International disruption efforts, such as arrests, remain a core pillar of several recommendations outlined in the inaugural #RansomwareTaskForce report.
🔺1.1.2: Establish an international coalition to combat ransomware criminals
🔺2.2: Target the infrastructure used by ransomware criminals 6/
December 12, 2024 at 8:52 PM
istorg.bsky.social
Save the date: On Wednesday, March 26, join IST and members of the #RansomwareTaskForce for a discussion of the UK’s government open consultation on #ransomware, including a presentation on the proposals by the UK Home Office.
🛡️ Register to attend: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
March 21, 2025 at 7:29 PM
istorg.bsky.social
🛡️ Learn more about the #RansomwareTaskForce: securityandtechnology.org/ransomwareta...
Ransomware Task Force (RTF)
The Ransomware Task Force (RTF) is a multistakeholder effort led by the Institute for Security and Technology with participation from across government, industry, and civil society. Together, the RTF ...
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March 10, 2025 at 9:55 PM
istorg.bsky.social
This year, IST Future of Digital Security Associate @tre.photos helped the #RansomwareTaskForce equip orgs to defend against ransomware with his Prepare, Don’t Pay: Quick Start Guide, aimed at supporting small businesses in implementing the Blueprint for Ransomware Defense.
🌟 bit.ly/41I1plk
December 18, 2024 at 9:30 PM
istorg.bsky.social
In the 5 years since the launch of the #RansomwareTaskForce, #ransomware has become a well-known threat with devastating consequences. On 4/30, Anja Shortland sits down with the RTF Co-chairs to reflect on progress & celebrate the release of her new book, Dark Screens!
🛡️ Register: bit.ly/4vNxe8S
April 28, 2026 at 8:14 PM
jorgeorchilles.bsky.social
Try to read the entire #ransomware task force report, but if not, check out the summary:
https://securityandtechnology.org/ransomwaretaskforce/report/

There are 4 key goals, @scythe_io platform helps organizations prepare for ransomware attacks. We are in this together and proud to...
November 25, 2024 at 6:44 AM
istorg.bsky.social
🚨 NEW from #TechnologISTTalks: How is AI altering the cybersecurity landscape? In the final #TechnologISTTalks episode of 2024, IST CEO Philip Reiner is joined by Heather Adkins, Security Engineering VP at Google & member of the #RansomwareTaskForce Steering Co.
🎙️ Listen to Episode 6: bit.ly/49QbazK
December 20, 2024 at 5:15 PM
craignewmark.bsky.social
I'm committed to improving cybersecurity for everyone, from hospitals and small businesses to schools and individuals. @IST_Org's #RansomwareTaskForce is working to make things better and I'm happy to support them in their efforts.
#CyberCivilDefense #cybersecurity
IST announces new partners, funding to advance the Future of Digital Security for 2023
New donors joining the Ransomware Task Force, together with $1 million in additional support from the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Cyber Initiative, and a total of $1 million from Craig Newmark Philanthropies for 2023 will transform our ability to advance the Future of Digital Security.
securityandtechnology.org
May 9, 2023 at 8:06 PM
cyallianceprez.bsky.social
Thursday is the 5th anniversary of the @istorg.bsky.social #RansomwareTaskForce. Prof. Anja Shortland talks with Jen Ellis, Megan Stifel, Michael Phillips, and me to discuss her new book on #ransomware, lessons learned, and what’s next. #CyberCivilDefense Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
This week marks 5 years since the launch of the Ransomware Task Force. It’s also the official U.S. launch of Anja Shortland’s book, "Dark Screens." On April 30, join IST for an event with author Anja ...
This week marks 5 years since the launch of the Ransomware Task Force. It’s also the official U.S. launch of Anja Shortland’s book, Dark Screens: Hackers and Heroes in the Shadowy World of Ransomware....
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April 29, 2026 at 12:45 PM
istorg.bsky.social
At #RSA last month, IST Chief Strategy Officer @megans.bsky.social joined Michael Mimoso for a live recording of Claroty’s Nexus Podcast to discuss the history of the #RansomwareTaskForce, and what’s next for our work.
🎙️ Listen to the full episode: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/m...
Megan Stifel on the Impact of the Ransomware Task Force
Podcast Episode · Nexus: A Claroty Podcast · 05/28/2025 · 30m
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May 30, 2025 at 1:15 PM
istorg.bsky.social
LIVE at #CyberNextDC, IST CSO @megans.bsky.social delivers a keynote on the #RansomwareTaskForce, cyber policy, and what we’re facing in the next few years.
🛡️ Join on Zoom: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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As cyberattacks continue to hammer networks and critical infrastructure — threatening economic stability and global trust — it has never been more important for both the public and private sectors to ...
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October 8, 2025 at 1:41 PM
istorg.bsky.social
What are the biggest challenges to driving policy change? IST CSO @megans.bsky.social spoke with Common Good Cyber on the #RansomwareTaskForce, the importance of measuring impact, and sustainable funding for nonprofit organizations.
🛡️ Read more: commongoodcyber.org/news/intervi...
Megan Stifel: “Flexible multi-year funding is crucial for nonprofits to sustain project activities and scale impact.” - Common Good Cyber
Megan Stifel from IST discusses cybersecurity challenges and IST’s milestones, impact, and views on funding.
commongoodcyber.org
May 20, 2025 at 8:40 PM
istorg.bsky.social
In 30 minutes, IST Chief Strategy Officer @megans.bsky.social will sit down with host Michael Mimoso on the Nexus Podcast to discuss the #RansomwareTaskForce.

Join them live in Club Claroty at #RSAC: lnkd.in/gzW-t-8K
Nexus Podcast - Megan Stifel on Four Years of the Ransomware Task Force | LinkedIn
Live from Club Claroty at RSA Conference 2025: Michael Mimoso, host of the Nexus Podcast, talks to Megan S., Chief Strategy Officer at the Institute for Security and Technology (IST), about the Ransom...
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April 30, 2025 at 5:39 PM