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KBKAST

Unlike every other security podcast, we don’t get stuck down in the technical weeds. Our remit is to speak with experts around the globe at the strategic level – how security technology can improve the experience and risk optimisation for every organisation. The Voice of Cyber® - In Partnership with Vanta

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00:44:35

Episode 306 Deep Dive: Reuben Koh | How to Defend...

KBKAST ·

2025/05/07

In this episode, we sit down with Reuben Koh, Director of Security Strategy APJ at Akamai, as he explores the rapidly evolving landscape of cyber threats and strategies for defense. Reuben sheds light on the significant rise in sophisticated ransomware attacks, the increased targeting of industries like healthcare and finance, and the shifting tactics of threat actors, including data theft and extortion without encryption. He also highlights the surge of

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00:44:35

Episode 306 Deep Dive: Reuben Koh | How to Defend...

KBKAST ·

2025/05/07

In this episode, we sit down with Reuben Koh, Director of Security Strategy APJ at Akamai, as he explores the rapidly evolving landscape of cyber threats and strategies for defense. Reuben sheds light on the significant rise in sophisticated ransomware attacks, the increased targeting of industries like healthcare and finance, and the shifting tactics of threat actors, including data theft and extortion without encryption. He also highlights the surge of

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00:37:21

Episode 305 Deep Dive: Chris Peake | What's Ahead for...

KBKAST ·

2025/04/30

In this episode, we sit down with Chris Peake, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Senior Vice President of Security at Smartsheet, as he explores what lies ahead for cybersecurity in Australia and its impact on businesses in 2025. Chris discusses the evolving role of AI—both as a tool for cyber adversaries and as an advantage for defenders—and highlights how AI-driven attacks are likely to decrease the time to exploit vulnerabilities. Chris

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00:37:21

Episode 305 Deep Dive: Chris Peake | What's Ahead for...

KBKAST ·

2025/04/30

In this episode, we sit down with Chris Peake, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Senior Vice President of Security at Smartsheet, as he explores what lies ahead for cybersecurity in Australia and its impact on businesses in 2025. Chris discusses the evolving role of AI—both as a tool for cyber adversaries and as an advantage for defenders—and highlights how AI-driven attacks are likely to decrease the time to exploit vulnerabilities. Chris

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00:41:28

Episode 304 Deep Dive: David Wiseman | The Eroding...

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2025/04/23

In this episode, we sit down with David Wiseman, Vice President of Secure Communications at BlackBerry, as he discusses the growing challenges around digital sovereignty and trust in consumer messaging apps. David explores the limitations and risks of using platforms like Signal, WhatsApp, and Telegram for sensitive or official communications, highlighting issues such as identity spoofing, loss of data control, and the collection of valuable metadata by

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00:41:28

Episode 304 Deep Dive: David Wiseman | The Eroding...

KBKAST ·

2025/04/23

In this episode, we sit down with David Wiseman, Vice President of Secure Communications at BlackBerry, as he discusses the growing challenges around digital sovereignty and trust in consumer messaging apps. David explores the limitations and risks of using platforms like Signal, WhatsApp, and Telegram for sensitive or official communications, highlighting issues such as identity spoofing, loss of data control, and the collection of valuable metadata by

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00:37:11

Episode 303 Deep Dive: Anand Pashupathy | Securing...

KBKAST ·

2025/04/21

In this episode, we sit down with Anand Pashupathy, Vice President and General Manager of Product Assurance and Security at Intel, as he discusses the current state of enterprise security, emphasizing growing concerns around data exfiltration, IP leakage, and the increasing sophistication of cyber attacks fueled by AI. He provides insight into how technologies such as Intel SGX and TDX are setting new standards for data protection in use, particularly as

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00:34:44

Episode 302 Deep Dive: Doris Spielthenner | How...

KBKAST ·

2025/04/09

In this episode, we sit down with Doris Spielthenner, Managing Director and Regional Manager APAC from SMA Australia, as she discusses the intersection of cybersecurity and Australia’s push towards net zero energy. Doris emphasizes the need for harmonization of cybersecurity standards across Australia and explores how decentralized renewable energy networks require robust cybersecurity measures to prevent potential threats. She discusses Australia’s

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00:34:44

Episode 302 Deep Dive: Doris Spielthenner | How...

KBKAST ·

2025/04/09

In this episode, we sit down with Doris Spielthenner, Managing Director and Regional Manager APAC from SMA Australia, as she discusses the intersection of cybersecurity and Australia’s push towards net zero energy. Doris emphasizes the need for harmonization of cybersecurity standards across Australia and explores how decentralized renewable energy networks require robust cybersecurity measures to prevent potential threats. She discusses Australia’s

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00:40:32

Episode 301 Deep Dive: Ginny Badanes | Threats, AI...

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2025/04/02

In this episode, we sit down with Ginny Badanes, General Manager of Democracy Forward at Microsoft, as she discusses the multifaceted threats posed by nation-state actors around elections, particularly the use of AI in influence operations. Ginny highlights the critical need for society to adopt a healthy skepticism toward information, scrutinizing the trustworthiness of sources and the potential for AI manipulation. We delve into the activities of

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00:40:32

Episode 301 Deep Dive: Ginny Badanes | Threats, AI...

KBKAST ·

2025/04/02

In this episode, we sit down with Ginny Badanes, General Manager of Democracy Forward at Microsoft, as she discusses the multifaceted threats posed by nation-state actors around elections, particularly the use of AI in influence operations. Ginny highlights the critical need for society to adopt a healthy skepticism toward information, scrutinizing the trustworthiness of sources and the potential for AI manipulation. We delve into the activities of significant nation-state

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01:01:54

From Microsoft AI Tour 2024 – KB On The Go | Mick...

KBKAST ·

2025/03/28

In this bonus episode, we sit down with Mick Dunne, Chief Security Advisor at Microsoft, Ben Lamont, Chief Data Officer & Helen Schneider Commander, ACCCE and Human Exploitation for the Australian Federal Police and Leigh Williams, Chief Information Officer, Information and Technology Executive at Brisbane Catholic Education. Together they discuss the function of the Customer Security Officer team, how the AFP is using AI to protect Australia and its people, and the impact

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01:01:54

From Microsoft AI Tour 2024 – KB On The Go | Mick...

KBKAST ·

2025/03/28

In this bonus episode, we sit down with Mick Dunne, Chief Security Advisor at Microsoft, Ben Lamont, Chief Data Officer & Helen Schneider Commander, ACCCE and Human Exploitation for the Australian Federal Police and Leigh Williams, Chief Information Officer, Information and Technology Executive at Brisbane Catholic Education. Together they discuss the function of the Customer Security Officer team, how the AFP is using AI to protect Australia and its people, and the impact

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00:59:00

From Microsoft AI Tour 2024 – KB On The Go | Bret...

KBKAST ·

2025/03/26

In this bonus episode, we sit down with Bret Arsenault, Corporate Vice President and Chief Cybersecurity Advisor at Microsoft, Janice Le, GM of Microsoft Security, Compliance, Identity & Privacy, and Chris Lloyd-Jones, Head of Architect & Strategy in the Office of the CTO from Avanade. Together they discuss Microsoft’s Secure Future Initiative (SFI), securing AI, and the culture and change program needed with AI. Bret Arsenault is the Corporate Vice President and Chief

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00:31:05

Episode 300 Deep Dive: Tom Gillis | The Future Of...

KBKAST ·

2025/03/19

In this episode, we sit down with Tom Gillis, SVP and General Manager of the Security, Data Center, Internet and Cloud Infrastructure Group at Cisco, as he explores the future of cybersecurity and networking. Tom discusses the transformative impact of AI on the industry, highlighting the unprecedented level of innovation it brings alongside the potential challenges, such as cybercriminals leveraging AI for attacks. He emphasizes the need for companies to embrace AI fully to

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00:34:56

Episode 299 Deep Dive: Gerry Sillars | Attackers...

KBKAST ·

2025/03/05

In this episode, we sit down with Gerry Sillars, Vice President APJ from Semperis, as he discusses Semperis’ Holiday Ransomware Report. Gerry delves into the constant threat posed by attackers who don’t take holidays, emphasizing the need for organizations to protect their networks and systems at all times. He highlights the startling statistics from the report, such as 69% of ransomware attacks occurring on weekends or holidays, and the surprising 83% of organizations targeted

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00:40:40

Episode 298 Deep Dive: Grant Bourzikas |...

KBKAST ·

2025/02/26

In this episode, we sit down with Grant Bourzikas, Chief Security Officer from Cloudflare, as he shares what lessons he learned from 2024. Grant emphasizes the industry’s need to move beyond outdated technology to enhance security postures and reduce complexities. He discusses the impact of artificial intelligence on security, the challenges of leveraging AI, and the necessity for organizations to embrace it strategically. Furthermore, Grant highlights the importance of

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00:37:59

Episode 295 Deep Dive: Shannon Murphy | C-Suite...

KBKAST ·

2025/02/14

In this episode, we sit down with Shannon Murphy, Senior Manager, Global Security and Risk Strategy from Trend Micro, as she explores the C-suite security challenges facing organizations today. Shannon emphasizes the importance of proactivity in cybersecurity, highlighting the shift from a reactive to a predictive approach to anticipate and counteract adversary strategies. We delve into the pressures from infrastructure shifts and adversary ingenuity, discuss global

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00:39:30

Episode 294 Deep Dive: Fred Thiele | Importance of...

KBKAST ·

2025/02/12

In this episode, we sit down with Fred Thiele, Chief Information Security Officer from Interactive, as he discusses the importance of cybersecurity for business resilience. Fred delves into the concept of business resilience, emphasizing the need to prepare for worst-case scenarios to ensure continuity during crises. He explains that understanding critical systems and establishing a clear decision-making framework are essential for effective business continuity management. We

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00:35:50

Episode 293 Deep Dive: David Trossell | How To Move...

KBKAST ·

2025/02/07

In this episode, we sit down with David Trossell, CEO and CTO of Bridgeworks, as he discusses the advancement of WAN acceleration technology and its impact on data transfer speeds. David explores the historical evolution from broadband connectivity to modern-day WAN acceleration, highlighting the limitations of traditional WAN optimization methods. He explains how AI-driven parallelization can address latency issues and significantly enhance data throughput across

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