Checkout.com Takes a Bold Stance, SolarWinds Case Dismissed, and FCC Reverses Mandate

Checkout.com Takes a Bold Stance, SolarWinds Case Dismissed, and FCC Reverses Mandate

Author: Jim Love November 24, 2025 Duration: 15:53

In this episode, host David Shipley discusses some of the most pressing issues in cybersecurity today. Checkout.com refuses to pay a ransom to cyber extortion group Shiny Hunters and instead donates to cybersecurity research. The U.S. SEC ends its long-standing case against SolarWinds and their CISO Tim Brown, highlighting ongoing debates about cybersecurity accountability. Additionally, the FCC reverses cybersecurity mandates originally set after the Salt Typhoon hacks, drawing criticism and raising questions about national security preparedness. The episode emphasizes the critical role of policy and regulation in affecting cybersecurity outcomes and encourages the tech community to participate actively in shaping better laws and frameworks.

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00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
00:51 Checkout.com Refuses Ransom and Supports Cyber Research
04:10 SEC Ends Case Against SolarWinds and CISO
08:36 FCC Reverses Cybersecurity Mandates
12:22 The Importance of Policy in Cybersecurity
14:42 Conclusion and Call to Action


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