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Global Guardian's Michael Ballard Featured in Border Report

on April 26, 2024

Fentanyl will flow to US despite arrest of brother of ‘El Mencho’

"There may be some after-effects internally, where they operate a little bit more carefully, but I don’t think this is going to have a long- or even short-term impact on their operations.”

In an article for Border Report, Global Guardian Director of Intelligence Michael Ballard discussed the arrest of a key Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) leader this week in Mexico — and why this arrest is likely to have little impact on the cartel's operations and activity.

Global Guardian's Zev Faintuch Featured in Newsweek

on April 26, 2024

Ukraine on Brink of Losing Key Strongholds Before Western Aid Arrives

"Both the Russians and Ukrainians need to improve their negotiating hand ahead of the U.S. elections when we could see a major policy inflection point in terms of support."

In Newsweek, Global Guardian Senior Intelligence Analyst Zev Faintuch weighs in on Ukraine, where a new aid package from the U.S. may not arrive in time to help stem losses against Russian forces.

Global Guardian's Worldwide Threat Assessment Featured in Security Magazine

on March 27, 2024

A new report discusses emerging global threats

"Today, we find ourselves in a world of interconnectedness without the cohesive unity of international cooperation. Geopolitical dynamics have become a paramount concern for businesses, surpassing the purview of traditional risk management sectors like travel, compliance, and operations.”

CEO Dale Buckner commented on the release of Global Guardian's 2024 Worldwide Threat Assessment, highlighting pertinent geopolitical developments and emerging risks, with a focus on how they will shape future safety and security concerns for global businesses.

Global Guardian's Worldwide Threat Assessment Featured in StrategicRISK

on March 22, 2024

Five geopolitical threats that could rock the world and how to manage them

“Today, we have interconnectivity without internationalism. In 2024, geopolitics is now a topline business concern, not just for different risk managers in travel, compliance, and operations.”

In an article in StrategicRISK, Global Guardian's new Worldwide Threat Assessment for 2024 is analyzed, as the report highlights the top five threats to internationally operating businesses and travelers.

Global Guardian's Michael Ballard Featured in Reuters

on March 12, 2024

Haitian PM tenders resignation after Jamaica talks

"Countries with actual stakes in the region will need to step up and help shore up security."

As Haiti's unelected prime minister, Ariel Henry, plans to step down in the wake of increasingly unrest and violence, Global Guardian Intelligence Director Michael Ballard weighs in on the responsibility of CARICOM nations.

Op-Ed by Global Guardian CEO Dale Buckner Featured in Business Travel News

on March 11, 2024

Uncertainty to Strategy: Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Business Travel Risk

"Risks that seemed outrageous or farfetched in prior years are now accepted as a common feature of international business travel. Cyber attacks, hacking, ransomware, stolen IP, even the detainment of corporate executives—the threats to travelers and their companies are constantly expanding."

While traditional risks to travelers continue to persist, geopolitics are further impacting the risk landscape—and thus, the security of your travelers. In this evolving world, safety isn’t impossible, but it requires intentionality—and Global Guardian CEO Dale Buckner shared how business leaders should approach safeguarding their travelers in a new article for Business Travel News.

Global Guardian's Michael Ballard Featured in the Associated Press

on March 11, 2024

Violence is battering Haiti’s fragile economy and causing food and water shortages

"The gangs are trying to fill a power vacuum.”

Global Guardian Intelligence Director Michael Ballard gives his perspective on unrelenting gang attacks that have paralyzed Haiti for more than a week and left the country's already fragile economy reeling in an Associated Press article.

Global Guardian's Dale Buckner Featured in The New York Times

on March 7, 2024

Mutual Frustrations Arise in U.S.-Ukraine Alliance

“At the end of the day, make no mistake: Even those generals who might be frustrated with Ukraine are at the same time looking at the Russian casualties reports and equipment losses and they’re smiling."

In an article in The New York Times, Global Guardian President and CEO Dale Buckner offered insight into the discussion about the evolving alliance between the United States and Ukraine as the Russia-Ukraine war continues into its third year.

Global Guardian's Zev Faintuch Featured in USA Today on Israel-Hamas

on March 7, 2024

As Gaza war hits 5 months, humanitarian crisis rages. Has West 'lost its moral mooring'?

"No external pressure will prevent Israel from finishing the job − that is, eradicating Hamas’ infrastructure, degrading its fighting capabilities and creating the foundation for a Hamas-free future Gaza."

In a new piece in USA Today, Global Guardian Senior Intelligence Analyst Zev Faintuch joins the discussion of the many factors at play as the war between Israel and Hamas passes the five-month mark.

Global Guardian's Dale Buckner Featured on Wisdom & Wealth Podcast

on March 5, 2024

WISDOM & WEALTH EPISODE 93: PHYSICAL AND CYBER SECURITY CONSIDERATIONS WITH GLOBAL GUARDIAN

"I think you need to be able to get out there and live your life. You just simply need to be able to answer those questions and then you’ll have a defensive mechanism if something bad occurred."

Global Guardian CEO Dale Buckner sat down with Carson Wealth's Josh Klooz on the latest episode of the Wisdom & Wealth podcast to discuss current physical and cyber security threats—and how travel is a risk multiplier. Watch the full episode for insight on how to effectively mitigate your risk as you work and travel, including the critical questions you should answer before taking a trip.

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