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Introduction In an increasingly unstable international context, marked by sudden escalations, hybrid wars, and informational competition, the ability to intercept weak signals that precede a conflict is a strategic skill. This article aims to explore how the Travel Security, Situational Awareness & Early Warning team at Kriptia, through a systematic approach to open-source intelligence (OSINT), […]

An investigation by Google’s intelligence team, published by The Guardian on April 20, 2025, revealed how hundreds of North Korean IT workers managed to secure jobs at Western companies, including several UK-based firms, by using false identities and collaborating with intermediary agencies. According to the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre and the US Department of Justice, these

On March 28th, the event “Kriptia Meeting Miami 2025 | Risk Management, the Key to Success for Future” was held at The Ritz-Carlton South Beach, Miami (FL), in collaboration with Kriptia USA and the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast (IACCSE), focusing on risk management as a key element for the future success of businesses. The

When talking about Security and Risk Management, people often think immediately of advanced technical skills: risk analysis, crisis management, compliance, and so on. However, soft skills play an equally crucial role, especially in a sector where the human factor is often the weakest link in the security chain. Let’s look at the essential transversal skills

In an era where interconnection is the fabric that binds every aspect of our lives, the boundaries between physical security and cybersecurity are dissolving inexorably. This metamorphosis has given rise to a new paradigm in corporate protection: Converged Security. It is not merely about merging two disciplines but creating a synergy that enhances the defense

Although often overlooked, Travel Risk Management (TRM) not only protects employees but also contributes to creating a safer, more responsible, and inclusive work environment and should take into account the specific needs of women and the LGBTQ+ community, ensuring that corporate policies guarantee the safety of all travelers. Before reflecting on these particularly at-risk categories

The approach that allows for the effective integration of the Risk Management process into the corporate management system is a framework typically based on the PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act) cycle.Although ISO 31000:2018 does not explicitly refer to this approach, it is clear that using the PDCA approach is advantageous, with top management strongly leading

Information security and corporate asset protection in general is not a purely technical issue, but a management issue at the company level. It is based on three fundamental pillars: critical infrastructures, organization, and technology. Although critical infrastructures are often outside the direct control of the organization, their balancing and protection are an essential element of

This October marks sixty years since the opening of the last section of the Autostrada del Sole from Milan to Naples. What is perhaps most striking about this strategic infrastructure for Italy is that it was completed in the 1960s in just eight years. This reflection raises serious doubts about the current state of the

An article in the Harvard Business Review titled “Managing Unpredictable Risks: What to Do When There Are No Precedents” by Robert S. Kaplan, Herman B. “Dutch” Leonard, and Anette Mikes addresses emerging risks and some techniques for responding to them in ways that can help mitigate their impact. Organizations handle common operational risks, but standard