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Building a Dynamic Framework for Cyber Risk and Control Alignment: A Threat-Adaptive Approach to Cybersecurity Readiness | A HITRUST Brand Story with Michael Moore
Cybersecurity assessments can’t be one-and-done—and they can’t rely on outdated frameworks. This episode explores how a threat-adaptive model helps organizations stay in sync with real-world attacks by aligning assessments to live data, enabling more accurate control scoping, better boardroom conversations, and stronge
FORBIX — THE HAIRDRESSER WITH AN ARTIST’S TOUCH | A Short Story Written By Lucia & Marco Ciappelli (English Version) | Stories Sotto Le Stelle Podcast | Short Stories For Children And The Young At Heart
In the heart of the town of Tagliaspunta, nestled among shops of all kinds, there’s a hairdresser named Forbix, for women, men, teenagers, and children — though not too little. Forbix is no ordinary hairdresser: he has the magical touch of an artist. His scissors are made of silver and, as they cut, they whisper storie
Drawing from Empathy: Storytelling, Mythology, and Cartooning with Mythtickle Creator Justin Thompson | Audio Signals Podcast With Marco Ciappelli
Illustrator and cartoonist Justin Thompson returns to Audio Signals for a creative deep-dive into storytelling, teaching empathy through art, and the mythological mischief behind his comic strip Mythtickle. From working with Peanuts to staging a children’s book play, this is a heartfelt, hilarious, and highly visual jo
“These Aren’t Soft Skills — They’re Human Skills” A Post–Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Rob Black and Anthony D'Alton
From storytelling to structured exercises, team communication to burnout prevention, this episode explores how communication, collaboration, and trust aren’t just “nice to have” in cybersecurity — they’re critical, measurable capabilities.
Inside the Mind of the UK’s Top Cyber Intelligence Officer: A Ransomware 3.0 Reality Check | An Infosecurity EU 2025 Conversation with William Lyne, Deputy Director and Head of Cyber Intelligence at the UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA)
William Lyne of the UK’s National Crime Agency joins us live at Infosecurity Europe to talk ransomware, AI threats, and the future of cybercrime disruption.
What Hump? Thirty Years of Cybersecurity and the Fine Art of Pretending It’s Not a Human Problem | A Musing On Society & Technology Newsletter Written By Marco Ciappelli | Read by TAPE3
Here we are at Infosecurity Europe, celebrating its 30th anniversary. Three decades of cybersecurity: a field born of optimism and fear, grown in complexity and contradiction. We’ve built incredible tools. We’ve formed global communities of defenders. We’ve turned “hacker” from rebel to professional job title — with a
Understanding Cybersecurity Behavior: From Social Engineering to Shadow AI | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Jason Nurse | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Dr. Jason Nurse explores the critical role of human behavior in cybersecurity, revealing how psychological patterns and cultural influences impact everything from social engineering to the misuse of AI in the workplace. This conversation challenges listeners to rethink security not just as a technical issue, but as a d
From Code to Culture: Why Technical Tools Alone Won’t Save Cybersecurity | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Rob Black | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Cybersecurity leader Rob Black challenges the industry’s tech-first mindset by spotlighting the critical role of human behavior, soft skills, and psychological strategy in modern defense. From deception tactics to geopolitical intent, this episode reimagines cyber as a human-driven battleground where creativity may be
Beyond the Hoodie: Redefining Who Belongs in Cybersecurity with Community as the Missing Link in Cyber Resilience | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Amanda Finch | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Amanda Finch, Chief Executive Officer of the Chartered Institute of Information Security, shares how formalizing the cybersecurity profession and strengthening community support can address long-standing gaps in diversity, skills development, and small business protection. Her perspective blends career-spanning insight
The Digital Dark Alley: Teaching Cybersecurity Like Fire Safety by Building Cyber Habits That Stick | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Jemma Davis | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
What if your cybersecurity program started with your Nan—and ended with a generational shift in digital safety? In this episode, Jemma Davis shares why cultural transformation is the missing link in cybersecurity and how we can fix it through behavior, education, and story-driven awareness.
Stay Calm, But Be Ready: What Trust Looks Like in the Middle of a Breach | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Steve Wright | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
What does real crisis management look like beyond the headlines? Steve Wright brings 30 years of cybersecurity and privacy leadership to the mic, exploring how preparation, containment, communication, and culture shape today’s response to digital disruption.
From Vulnerability to Visibility: Rethinking Exposure Management | A Brand Story with Tod Beardsley from runZero | An infosecurity Europe 2025 Conference On Location Brand Story
When vulnerability scores alone can’t tell you what truly matters, what do you do? In this episode, Tod Beardsley of runZero reveals how security teams can uncover hidden risks and prioritize action based on real-world exposure—not just numbers.
Collaboration Isn’t Fluffy: It’s Fundamental to Cybersecurity—Rethinking the Role of Humans in Cyber Defense | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Purvi Kay and Rob Black | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Cybersecurity leaders Purvi Kay and Rob Black explore why technical controls alone aren’t enough—and how communication, empathy, and collaboration across diverse teams are critical to mission success. From defense projects to boardroom decisions, they show how human connection drives security forward.
The Billion-Dollar Blueprint: Following the Digital Trail of Criminal Cash and the Human Cost of Cybercrime | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Geoff White | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Investigative journalist Geoff White unpacks the true scale and structure of cybercrime, from lightning-fast billion-dollar crypto heists to the intricate global networks used to launder stolen funds. This episode reveals the hidden human toll behind ransomware attacks and explains why understanding these stories is ke
When Automation Meets Ethics, Budget, Data, and Risk: The Real Factors Behind AI Deployment | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Andrea Isoni | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Andrea Isoni shares how AI moves from research into real-world application, navigating practical choices around data, budget, and scalability to solve business and societal problems. From automating car accident rulings to forecasting where AI misuse might emerge, this episode explores what’s truly happening behind the
More Than Code: Why Human Skills Matter in AppSec | An OWASP AppSec Global 2025 Conversation with Maria Mora | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Maria Mora, Staff Application Security Engineer and OWASP events committee member, shares how contributing to the community has shaped her career and expanded both her technical and human skills. From first-time attendees to seasoned volunteers, this conversation highlights the power of showing up, getting involved, an
London: Random and Unscripted – Meditation, Music, Literature and many more reasons why we love this city | Random and Unscripted with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
From Hyde Park to Portobello Road, Marco and Sean share stories, memories, and some classic punk rock philosophy in this unscripted stroll through London. It’s not about cybersecurity — it’s about being in the moment.
From Fraud to Fixes: Designing Usable Security for Financial Applications | An OWASP AppSec Global 2025 Conversation with Wojciech Dworakowski | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Wojciech Dworakowski breaks down the hidden risks in mobile-only banking, where convenience often compromises transaction security. From real-world attack methods to practical solutions, this episode challenges FinTech leaders to rethink how they protect users in a smartphone-driven world.
Reaching Human Equivalency with Agentic AI: A Real-World Look at Security Outcomes | An eSentire Brand Story With Dustin Hillard
What does it really take to stop a cyberattack before it spreads—and can AI truly help without sidelining human judgment? In this episode, eSentire CTO Dustin Hillard shares how his team has spent years applying machine learning, artificial intelligence, and now agentic AI to supercharge security investigations, helpin
From Dashboards to Decisions: Why Your Security Metrics Might Be Leading You Astray | An OWASP AppSec Global 2025 Conversation with Aram Hovsepyan | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Aram Hovsepyan challenges the security industry’s overreliance on tool-generated vulnerability metrics and advocates for a goal-driven approach grounded in risk and business context. In this episode, he shares how organizations can shift from reactive dashboards to purposeful measurement strategies that truly support s
From Cassette Tapes and Phrasebooks to AI Real-Time Translations — Machines Can Now Speak for Us, But We’re Losing the Art of Understanding Each Other | A Musing On Society & Technology Newsletter Written By Marco Ciappelli | Read by TAPE3
From Cassette Tapes and Phrasebooks to AI Real-Time Translations — Machines Can Now Speak for Us, But We’re Losing the Art of Understanding Each Other | A Musing On Society & Technology Newsletter Written By Marco Ciappelli | Read by TAPE3
Holding the Line on Quality in an AI-Driven SDLC | An OWASP AppSec Global 2025 Conversation with Sarah-Jane Madden | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Sarah-Jane Madden shares a practical and passionate take on how AI can enhance—not replace—secure software development, urging developers and business leaders alike to rethink how they balance speed, quality, and security. From architecture to code to culture, she challenges us to embrace change without leaving critica
Why Global Community-Led Innovation Is Driving Real Application Security Progress | An OWASP AppSec Global 2025 Conversation with Starr Brown | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Starr Brown, Director of Open Source Projects and Programs at OWASP, shares how the organization’s global community is powering over 130 open source initiatives aimed at eliminating insecure software. From AI-focused security projects to interactive tools and policy-shaping efforts, this conversation reveals the scale
When Simplicity Meets Strategy: Making Immutability Accessible for All | A Brand Story with Sterling Wilson from Object First | An RSAC Conference 2025 Post-Event Brand Story
Sterling Wilson joins us to unpack why immutability isn’t just for large enterprises and how Object First is making secure backup accessible, fast, and budget-friendly — all with a little help from their mascot, OOTBI. From agentic AI to cyber insurance pressures, this conversation breaks down the critical role of proa