Author: David W. Schropfer

David W. Schropfer is a technology executive, author, and speaker with deep expertise in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and quantum computing. He currently serves as Executive Vice President of Operations at DomainSkate, where he leads growth for an AI-driven cybersecurity threat intelligence platform. As host of the DIY Cyber Guy podcast, David has conducted hundreds of interviews with global experts, making complex topics like ransomware, AI, and quantum risk accessible to business leaders and consumers. He has also moderated panels and delivered keynotes at major industry events, known for translating emerging technologies into actionable insights. David’s entrepreneurial track record includes founding AnchorID (SAFE), a patented zero-trust mobile security platform. He previously launched one of the first SaaS cloud products at SoftZoo.com, grew global telecom revenue at IDT, and advised Fortune 500 companies on mobile commerce and payments with The Luciano Group. He is the author of several books, including Digital Habits and The SmartPhone Wallet, which became an Amazon #1 bestseller in its category. David holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Miami and a Bachelor of Arts from Boston College.

Cybersecurity and Privacy Expert Dr. Chris Pierson on DIY Cyber Guy

Cybersecurity and privacy expert Dr. Chris Pierson talks about the latest Amazon Echo security issue, IoT vulnerabilities, and more on @DIYcyberGuy

#15 – Ransomware Successfully Attacking Cities

Ransomware. It the virus that actually makes money for the attacker. At first, it was randomly deployed, just like the nuisance viruses of the past, indiscriminately finding victims through phishing and spoofed websites. But the game is changing, as the Georgia cities of Atlanta and Savanna found out the hard way. Special Guest, Cybersecurity expert … Continue reading #15 – Ransomware Successfully Attacking Cities

Cybersecurity Expert Michael Kaplan Interviewed on DIY Cyber Guy

Michael I. Kaplan is a Mile2 cyber-security instructor, a veteran of the US Army’s 11th Special Forces Group (Airborne), and a strategic planner with 21 years of experience in the security industry.

#10 – The Biggest Internet Attack In History Is Not Over (Yet)

This week on DIY Cyber Guy: Massive attack briefly shut down several popular sites, I’ll tell you what happened and why you need a little patience this week. Bottom line -News of the death of Internet is premature! Update on Intel, and why I am still recommending that you avoid buying computers with certain intel … Continue reading #10 – The Biggest Internet Attack In History Is Not Over (Yet)

Cybersecurity Expert Dan Lohrmann Interviewed on DIY Cyber Guy

Daniel J. Lohrmann is an internationally recognized cybersecurity leader, technologist, keynote speaker and author.

DIY Cyber Guy Interviews Ethical Hacker Moe Sani

Moe Sani has been an IT engineer and ethical hacker for 14 years. He began hacking at age 15 and pursued his passion for cyber-security to present day.