Ralph Echemendia is a globally recognized cybersecurity expert, widely known by his alter ego, The Ethical Hacker.
In 2015, WIRED referred to Echemendia as Hollywood’s go-to digital bodyguard. He is a reformed hacker who now dedicates his career to helping filmmakers, celebrities, and industry moguls safeguard their valuable data.
His captivating presentation, “Hacking Hollywood,” has been showcased at numerous prestigious events, including the Creative Artists Agency, the Digital Entertainment World Expo, and the Anti-Piracy and Content Protection Summit.
Echemendia has collaborated with award-winning director Oliver Stone, serving as a technical supervisor on notable films such as “Savages” and “Snowden.” He has also contributed to projects like the film “Nerve” and the acclaimed TV series, Mr. Robot.
Recently, Scott Schober, author of the popular book "Hacked Again" and host of the Cybercrime Magazine Podcast, interviewed Echemendia. Their conversation delved into Echemendia's experiences as a teenage hacker and his insights on the current threats posed by artificial intelligence.
