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The alarming rise in online child grooming crimes has reached a record high, highlighting an urgent need to protect children online. Valkyrie’s Director of Cyber and Electronic Countermeasures, Gurpreet Thathy, has been working in this field since 2008 and was involved in Operation Notarise in 2014, investigating and tackling organised grooming gangs. Even back then, […]

Quantum Group, the Parent Company of Valkyrie, is thrilled to announce the acquisition of Forensic Control. Forensic Control, a leading specialist in cyber security and digital forensics, is renowned for making the complex world of cyber security clear and manageable. This strategic acquisition not only strengthens our existing service portfolio but also expands our capabilities […]

Valkyrie’s Director of Cyber Security and Electronic Countermeasures, Gurpreet Thathy, has been engaged in a variety of tasks over the past few weeks. These include training sessions in Scotland, cyber assessments in Devon, and TSCM and forensic work in London and Birmingham. However, yesterday, Gurpreet joined our esteemed colleague, Neal Gozzett of Monan Gozzett LLP, […]

With the increasing integration of technology into our daily lives, personal security breaches have become alarmingly common. Where it was once standard to have separate devices for personal and work use, it is now the norm to rely on a single device for everything. This convenience is offset by the potentially devastating consequences of a […]

Criminals are increasingly using sophisticated technology to target victims. Staying aware of these trends is essential to ensuring your security, that of your family, and that of your property. A particularly concerning development involves using Wi-Fi jammers to deactivate home security systems and mobile phones. These devices block the radio signals used for communication, posing […]

Over the past few weeks, the Valkyrie team has tackled a variety of challenging and unique projects that required our full range of investigative and security expertise. One recent highlight was a comprehensive surveillance training program. The team relocated from London for three weeks to deliver intensive training on covert surveillance techniques, covering theoretical, practical, […]

Valkyrie is pleased to announce that Gurpreet Singh Thathy has joined ‘the Register,’ an exclusive directory from the Mayfair Collective. The Mayfair Collective is a network of top-tier family office advisors, known for fostering long-term business relationships and sharing specialist knowledge to serve high-net-worth clients. Gurpreet, as the Director of Cyber Security and Electronic Counter Measures […]

Technology has transformed all aspects of our lives, including the way we meet, interact and ultimately fall in love with people. Romance is no longer confined to face-to-face meetings in restaurants or bars; online forums and dating apps have opened up a whole new realm of possibilities, connecting people across countries and even continents. Yet, […]

Valkyrie was delighted to be asked by the Tatler Address Book to contribute, along with other industry experts, to its recently published article by Annabelle Spranklen titled “The Rise of Deepfakes: How UHNWs Are Protecting Their Families,”. This explores the deepfake trend, how the technology once viewed as entertainment, is now being corrupted and poses a significant […]

The online realm presents a wealth of opportunities to learn, connect with family, friends, and have fun. While it offers many positives, the negative consequences of such reliance on the internet and electronic communications cannot be ignored. In many cases, technology has exposed us to vulnerabilities that were unheard of twenty years ago, a situation […]

Charging your phone is a modern-day necessity and even mundane as it may seem, significant security risks still loom if appropriate consideration is not taken. Gurpreet Thathy, Valkyrie’s Director of Cyber and Electronic Countermeasures, recently explored the risks regarding public charging stations and the use of data blockers; and has shared valuable advice on improving […]

The European Parliament has recently approved groundbreaking legislation, the Artificial Intelligence Act, governing artificial intelligence (AI). This legislation, developed over five years, aims to ensure human control over AI technology and its beneficial use for society. Key Points: Risk-Based Regulation: The Act employs a risk-based approach, categorising AI applications based on their potential impact. Low-risk […]

On Wednesday 17th April 2024, Valkyrie hosted an event at our Belgrave Square office, where we delved into the intricacies of Crisis Response through our case study titled ‘Anatomy of a Crisis.’ Our goal was to offer insights into the complexities of crisis response management, drawing on our experience of real life scenarios. Matthew Newton, Valkyrie’s […]

A 2022 YouGov poll revealed that half of Americans regularly consumed true crime content, whether through podcasts, television, or streaming services. This trend is not confined to America alone; global audiences also show a keen interest, as true crime consistently ranks as the most common topic among top-ranked podcasts. This widespread fascination has birthed a […]

This month, Valkyrie has been examining generative AI, a technology rapidly shaping our digital landscape, and considering both its immense potential and its significant risks. In the second of our series, Valkyrie outlines the prospect of terrorist and violent extremist groups exploiting AI technology for their nefarious agendas. In our last article [The Rise of […]