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 Expert and CEO Dan Candee on DIY Cyber Guy

The average ransomware claim is down, but incidents are up. What does that mean? Threat actors are targeting smaller businesses, and Business Email Compromise (BEC) is the attack of choice. With Dan Candee @CorkCyber

AI Expert and Azure Core CTO Marcus Fontoura on DIY Cyber Guy

Marcus Fontoura discusses why AI may not reduce dev team sizes but instead raises quality expectations, just like spell check did for writing.

#77 Limitations for AI: Hype vs. Reality

Marcus Fontoura, Azure Core CTO, discusses why AI may not reduce dev team sizes but instead raises quality expectations, just like spell check did for writing. 

CTO and AI Expert Jimmy Mesta on DIY Cyber Guy

AI is transforming cybersecurity in businesses of every size. In Ep. 76 of DIY Cyber Guy, RAD Security’s Jimmy Mesta explains how AI tools fight phishing, cut costs and boost IT.

#76 – Using AI in Cybersecurity: Best Practices for Small/Medium Businesses

AI is transforming cybersecurity in businesses of every size. In Ep. 76 of DIY Cyber Guy, RAD Security’s Jimmy Mesta explains how AI tools fight phishing, cut costs and boost IT.

#75 – The Dark Side of AI: When will Autonomous AI Cyber Weapons Begin?

AI-powered scams, fake kidnappings, and stopping crime before it starts—Deep Sentinel’s Dave Selinger joins DIY Cyber Guy for a wild ride into the future of security.