The Global Risk Podcast

Global Intelligence Briefing | 28 August: Colombia Attacks, Indonesia Unrest, and Typhoon Kajiki

This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers Colombia’s security crackdown, escalating conflict in Ukraine and Gaza, a health emergency in Botswana, protests in Indonesia, Typhoon Kajiki in Vietnam, and far-right demonstrations in Australia.
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Crypto Wrench Attacks: The Physical Threat to Digital Wealth

Violent attacks on crypto holders are on the rise - from targeted surveillance to physical coercion. Mark Overington explains how “wrench attacks” work, who’s at risk, and what can be done to reduce exposure.

The Role of AI in Modern Travel Risk Strategy

How is AI changing the way organisations manage travel risk? Join us as we explore how AI is being applied to travel risk management, what clients are asking for, and where the human element still matters most.

Global Intelligence Briefing | 21 August: Peace Summits, Protests, and Natural Disasters

This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing looks at Hurricane Erin’s impact in the US, Bolivia’s presidential election, and rising protests in Serbia. We cover Ukraine peace talks, unrest in Israel and Syria, setbacks in the DRC, terror threats in Kenya, and severe flooding across South Asia.
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Regional Flashpoints: Global Risk Outlook for Taiwan, London, Venice & Ecuador

This episode of Regional Flashpoints covers rising global risks - from Taiwan’s energy vote and facial recognition concerns in London, to anti-tourism protests in Venice and escalating gang violence in Ecuador.

The Rise of Youth-Led Protests in Sub-Saharan Africa

What’s driving the rise in youth-led protests across sub-Saharan Africa? Joshua George breaks down how Gen Z activism is reshaping political unrest - and what it means for organisations operating in the region. Read the full report at solaceglobal.com.

Global Intelligence Briefing | 14 August: Protests, Security Warnings, and Storm Damage

This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers the deployment of the US National Guard to Washington, new anti-cartel measures in Mexico, and a State of Emergency in Ecuador. In EMEA, we look at Ukraine and Europe’s exclusion from US–Russia ceasefire talks, planned protests in Israel, security alerts in the UAE, and unrest in Côte d’Ivoire. In Asia-Pacific, we assess the impact of Typhoon Podul on Taiwan and China.
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Global Intelligence Briefing | 07 August: Domestic Unrest and Cross-Border Tensions

This week’s Global Intelligence Briefing covers political unrest in Brazil, tensions in Moldova, developments in the war in Ukraine, peace talks between Armenia and Azerbaijan, divisions over Israel’s Gaza strategy, the crisis in Mozambique, protests in Pakistan, and a ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia.
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Regional Flashpoints: August Risk Outlook for South Asia, Central Africa & South America

This episode covers upcoming protests in South Asia, armed group activity and peace efforts in the DRC, and Ecuador’s evolving gang landscape - providing timely insight for August 2025.