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Artificial Intelligence as an Insider Risk
Artificial Intelligence as an Insider Risk
Special Security Report Aug 3, 2026

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools have moved quickly from a technological novelty to standard tools of the workplace. They draft and summarize documents, clean up data, answer routine questions, and…

Crimes of Opportunity and the Limits of Predictability
Crimes of Opportunity and the Limits of Predictability
Special Security Report Apr 27, 2026

Not all security incidents are driven by coordinated opposition, targeted intent, or organized campaigns. In many cases - particularly around large-scale projects or active worksites - incidents occur…

Community Pressure and the Role of Public Forums
Community Pressure and the Role of Public Forums
Special Security Report Apr 13, 2026

Not all opposition to projects or developments takes the form of protest or disruption at a work site. In many cases, groups adopt lower-profile, non-violent approaches that focus on influencing publi…

Charlie Kirk and the Growing Threat of Politically Motivated Violence
Charlie Kirk and the Growing Threat of Politically Motivated Violence
Special Security Report Sep 15, 2025

Executives and public figures are increasingly becoming symbolic targets for violent acts intended to make political or ideological statements. The recent assassination of right-wing political comment…

Escalating Risk: Addressing the Surge of Violence in Canadian Healthcare Settings
Escalating Risk: Addressing the Surge of Violence in Canadian Healthcare Settings
Special Security Report Aug 18, 2025

Hospital environments are increasingly becoming spaces of heightened risk - not just for clinical staff, but for all front-line workers, including security personnel. Incidents of physical assault, ve…

The Protest Industry: A Growing Challenge for Canadian Businesses
The Protest Industry: A Growing Challenge for Canadian Businesses
Special Security Report Apr 21, 2025

Activism today is evolving, targeting not just industries but also businesses and executives. The traditional image of protesters as well-meaning neighbors, passionate about the environment or social…

Conspiracy Theories and the Rise of the Disinformation Era - Part 3: Mitigating the Risk
Conspiracy Theories and the Rise of the Disinformation Era - Part 3: Mitigating the Risk
Special Security Report Apr 14, 2025

Over the past two weeks, we've explored how conspiracy theories have evolved from fringe content into mainstream narratives that shape public opinion, drive outrage campaigns, and threaten businesses…

Conspiracy Theories and the Rise of the Disinformation Era - Part 2
Conspiracy Theories and the Rise of the Disinformation Era - Part 2
Special Security Report Apr 7, 2025

In part 1, we explored how conspiracy theories-once relegated to internet forums and fringe publications-have become mainstream, with real consequences for businesses. We examined the psychological dr…

Rise of the Disinformation Era - Part 1
Rise of the Disinformation Era - Part 1
Special Security Report Mar 31, 2025

The term "conspiracy theory" refers to the belief that significant events or situations result from secret, often sinister actions by powerful groups or individuals rather than widely accepted explana…

The Evolution of the Protest Industry
The Evolution of the Protest Industry
Intro Jan 9, 2025

IntroductionThe protest industry has evolved into a complex and professionalized network that significantly impacts businesses. Understanding its structure, tactics, and influence is critical for comp…