Marina Iantorno
Marina joined KuppingerCole as a Research Analyst in April 2022. Her main areas of expertise are Business, Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence.
Background & Education
Marina holds a Bachelor degree in Marketing from Argentinian Business School (Argentina), an MBA from Valencian International University (Spain), a Diploma in Data Analytics for Business from College of Computing and Technology (Ireland), and a Master's degree in Artificial Intelligence Research from Atlantic Technological University (Ireland). The focus of her dissertation was Natural Language Processing and Data Classification.
Professional Experience
Marina gained experience in management and business intelligence for telecommunications and social media in Ireland, and she has several years of experience lecturing for third level education. Her career started as an Assistant Lecturer in Statistics at the University of Buenos Aires (Argentina), and continued in Ireland as an IT Lecturer for Data Analysis modules such as Machine Learning, Data Visualisation, and Predictive Analytics.
Latest blog posts
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The Rise of AI Is Revolutionizing Cyber-Attacks
July 11, 2023
How is AI used by attackers?
Cyber attackers that use AI may exploit system and network weaknesses with unparalleled precision. Attackers can rapidly detect holes in defenses using advanced algorithms and Machine Learning (ML), allowing them to execute targeted attacks that maximize…
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The Triple Threat: AI Ethics, Bias, and Deepfakes in Cybersecurity
June 29, 2023
Artificial intelligence has transformed the field of cybersecurity by enabling advanced threat detection, automated response systems, and improved overall defense strategies. Although it is considered a game changer in cybersecurity, the adoption of AI presents significant ethical…
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The IAM Market: What is driving growth in 2023?
April 18, 2023
Identity and Access Management (IAM) is an essential component of IT security today, enabling organizations to control access to their systems and data by managing user identities, access entitlements and authentication. The importance of IAM continues to grow as cyber threats continue to…
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Are Cyber Insurance Policies Necessary?
March 09, 2023
Cyber insurance offers protection against financial damage resulting from catastrophes involving computer networks, such as data breaches, network failures, and cyber-attacks. Cyber insurance is used to cover a wide variety of costs associated with cyber incidents, including…
Blog
How to Find the Best IT Solution for Your Business
January 05, 2023
Every company has different needs. These will depend on company size, location, products they offer, not to mention the current infrastructure in place. Unfortunately, there is not a solution that “fits them all”, and the high maturity of the IT market leads to numerous…
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Is It Possible to Recover After a Cyberattack?
October 13, 2022
Unfortunately, every organization is vulnerable to a cyberattack. We have seen in the last years a considerable increase in cybercrime and the negative impact that it causes on businesses. The obvious consequences are financial, but that is just the tip of the iceberg. There are several…
Latest videos
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How Useful is Cybersecurity Awareness Training Really? - Cybersecurity Fact or Fiction Part 2
October 31, 2023
In part two of "Cybersecurity Fact or Fiction," our esteemed analysts, Matthias Reinwarth, Alexei Balaganski, Marina Iantorno, and Paul Fisher, continue their thrilling quest to distinguish between cybersecurity myths and realities. As they delve into more questions and statements, the…
Analyst Chat
Analyst Chat #194: The Synthetic Revolution: How AI-Generated Data is changing Privacy and Security
October 30, 2023
In this episode, Marina discusses the intricacies of synthetic data, AI-generated datasets that mimic real data without revealing personal information. Marina and Matthias explore its significant role in cybersecurity, emphasizing its benefits in model training and realistic threat…
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Are Boomers Most Vulnerable to Cyber Attacks? - Cybersecurity Fact or Fiction Part 1
October 25, 2023
To commemorate Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2023, Matthias Reinwarth, Alexei Balaganski, Marina Iantorno, and Paul Fisher came together to play "Cybersecurity Fact or Fiction". This captivating two-part endeavor serves as a valuable opportunity for individuals to refresh their…
Analyst Chat
Analyst Chat #182: The Rise of AI is Revolutionizing Cyber-Attacks
July 24, 2023
In this episode of the KuppingerCole Analyst Chat, host Matthias Reinwarth continues his conversation with guest research analyst Marina Iantorno to discuss the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) in cybersecurity. They delve into how attackers are leveraging AI to exploit…
Analyst Chat
Analyst Chat #180: Beyond the AI Hype - Bias, Ethics, and Deepfakes
July 10, 2023
In this episode of the KuppingerCole Analyst Chat, host Matthias and guest Marina Iantorno discuss the risks of deepfakes and the ethical challenges and biases in AI-driven cybersecurity.
They explore AI ethics, which includes the importance of fairness, explainability, robustness,…
Analyst Chat
Analyst Chat #176: Key Takeaways from EIC 2023 - Identity, Trust, and Machine Learning
June 12, 2023
This episode's guest is Marina Iantorno, Research Analyst at KuppingerCole, who is talking about the highlights and key topics discussed at the European Identity and Cloud Conference (EIC) 2023.
Matthias and Marina discuss subjects such as identity and cybersecurity, trust and protocols,…
