Ian Gray is a VP of Intelligence at Flashpoint, where he focuses on cybercrime intelligence. Ian actively researches cybercriminal fraud venues and misuse of new and emerging technologies. He holds a Master’s degree from Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs, where he studied cyber policy. Ian is also an adjunct professor at Fordham University’s Cybersecurity Program, where he teaches a course on technology and policy.
Midyear Threat Intelligence Index: Critical Shifts to Watch
When
September 9th, 2025 | 2:00 EST
Where
Virtual
Join Flashpoint for an exclusive briefing on the most significant cyber threats of 2025 and what they signal for the months ahead.
Drawing from our Midyear Threat Intelligence Index, we’ll break down the latest data, adversary tactics, and geopolitical drivers shaping the threat landscape.
You’ll learn:
• Evolving ransomware tactics – A shift from encryption to data theft, extortion, and the rise of politically driven groups in the ransomware space.
• Infostealer-driven credential theft – An 800% surge in activity, fueled by new malware families emerging after major takedowns.
• Vulnerability escalation – A 246% increase in disclosures, the recent CVE crisis, and its impact on vulnerability tracking.
• DPRK cyber operations – The tactics and tools behind North Korea’s covert IT workforce infiltrating global companies.
Meet The Speakers


Steven Weinstein is a VP of Intelligence at Flashpoint, where he oversees all aspects of the intelligence cycle and operational support by leading teams tracking cybercriminal activity across illicit communities, malware ecosystems, and global threat actors. Previously held roles in malware research and incident response at Deutsche Bank, LookingGlass, and other leading security organizations.
