The Growing World of Cybercrime

Description

Discover the growing threat of cybercriminals, both domestically and globally. This talk will delve into the key technologies that empower these criminals, such as cryptocurrency, the dark web, and artificial intelligence. Learn how these tools are being exploited to infiltrate our personal and business lives, stealing money and sensitive information. The session will also highlight the challenges and triumphs of federal law enforcement in combating the ever-evolving landscape of cybercrime.

Speaker:
Daniel J. Riedl, Chief, National Security and Cyber Unit
United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio

Event Schedule
5:30 - Networking with appetizers and drinks
6:00 - Speaker
6:45 - Q&A

Who Should Attend?

• Business owners
• School administrators
• Local government officials and employees
• Citizens who want to protect themselves against cyber attacks

About the Speaker 
Mansfield native Dan Riedl is the Chief of the National Security and Cyber Unit in the United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio, a role he has held since 2019. He joined the United States Attorney’s Office in 2008 and worked as an Assistant United States Attorney in the General Crimes, Organized Crime and Drug Enforcement Task Force, and National Security and Cyber units. 

Mr. Riedl specializes in cases involving ransomware, malware, terrorism and theft of intellectual property. He is the lead attorney on several complex cyber matters including the Trickbot malware case, which resulted in the conviction of two Trickbot programmers and sanctions in the United States and United Kingdom against eleven Trickbot actors. 

Before becoming an Assistant United States Attorney, Mr. Riedl served as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Franklin County, Ohio, and a Special Prosecutor for the Ohio Attorney General's Office. He received his Juris Doctor degree from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law in 2003 and a Bachelor of Arts in Government and International Studies from the University of Notre Dame in 2000.

Pilot Program:

The Ohio Cybersecurity for Small Business Pilot Program by The Ohio State University, aimed at helping small businesses identify cybersecurity threats, respond to cybercrimes, and develop resilient infrastructure. 

Cybersecurity: Thinking Globally, Working Locally Series
The Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development and The Ohio State University at Mansfield are collaborating on a fall 2024 speaker series designed to broaden the region’s awareness of development strategies to confront cybersecurity challenges while growing alongside our defense partner, the 179th Cyberspace Wing. Representatives from the 179th Cyberspace Wing will be present at each event to share information about the new mission.

Register for the Upcoming Event in this Series
The Power of Public/Private Partnerships for Small Business Security