Cyber-Attacks and Corporate Ruin: The Ripple Effects Leading to Bankruptcy

In today's hyperconnected world, cyberattacks have become existential threats capable of reducing even the most established businesses to insolvency. Recent high-profile cases, such as the collapse of National Public Data and the bankruptcy of Stoli Group's U.S. subsidiaries, highlight how cyber breaches and ransomware attacks devastate systems and create cascading impacts that extend far beyond the initial compromise. These incidents serve as cautionary tales about the interconnected nature of operational, financial, and reputational risks in the digital age.

John A. Wheeler

John A. Wheeler is the founder and CEO of Wheelhouse Advisors, a global risk management strategy and technology advisory firm. With over three decades of experience in various roles spanning executive management, finance, risk management, audit, and IT, John is a world-renowned expert and advisor in integrated risk management technology, executive leadership, and corporate governance.

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