Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast · 2026-04-22 · 40 min
In this episode of the Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast, host Sherrod DeGrippo speaks with Maurice Mason and Jackie Burns-Koven to explore how cybercrime has shifted into a highly organized, marketplace-driven ecosystem. They break down the growing convergence between criminal networks and nation-state actors, highlighting how shared tools, infrastructure, and cryptocurrency have blurred traditional boundaries. The conversation dives into the rise of as-a-service cybercrime models, where access, malware, and infrastructure can be easily bought and sold, lowering barriers to entry and increasing attack volume. They also examine how blockchain intelligence is becoming a critical tool for tracking illicit activity, improving attribution, and disrupting operations. In this episode you’ll learn: How cybercrime has evolved into a scalable, marketplace-driven ecosystem Why initial access brokers are lowering the barrier to entry for attackers How proactive disruption and collaboration can reduce ransomware impact and payments Some questions we ask: What role does crypto intelligence play in prevention and detection? Why are threat actors shifting to alternative cryptocurrencies?
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