In this episode, Greg Otto talks with Ken Bagnall, CEO of Silent Push Ken sheds light on the dynamics of the current cybercrime ecosystem. Ken reveals that a significant portion of the infrastructure is actually operated by affiliate networks using pre-existing technologies. During the discussion, Ken elaborates on how this ecosystem is fueled and examines the influential role played by affiliate groups, particularly those emerging from Africa and other developing countries. By offering these insights, the episode provides a fresh perspective on the often-overlooked aspects of global cybercrime operations. In our reporter chat, Greg talks with Matt Kapko about the growing problem with remote IT workers from North Korea.