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Rethinking Cyber
The Rethinking Cyber podcast is designed to transform the way we think about Cyberspace through straightforward and thought-provoking conversations with leading experts and decision makers. This podcast bridges the gap between abstract concepts and real-world developments, offering listeners a clearer understanding of Cyberspace’s impact on our societies, economies, and nations.
Episodes
Cyber Diplomacy and Trust with H.E. José Manuel Barroso
How is diplomacy evolving as Cyberspace becomes central to national defense and global security? José Manuel Barroso, President of the European Commission (2004-2014) and Prime Minister of Portugal (2002-2004), shares his perspective on how cyber capabilities are reshaping geopolitics and international relations.Drawing on decades of experience at the highest levels of global governance, he explor
Statecraft as a Framework for Resilience with H.E. Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović
How can nations strengthen their collective cyber resilience at a time of increased geopolitical competition and an evolving threat landscape? Her Excellency Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović, President of Croatia (2015-2020), reflects on lessons from diplomacy and conflict resolution to find shared priorities for a more secure Cyberspace.Drawing on her experience as Croatia’s first woman president during
Cybercrime and International Law Enforcement with Dr. Jürgen Stock
How are global law enforcement tactics adapting to the fast-evolving nature of cybercrime? Dr. Jürgen Stock, Secretary General of INTERPOL (2014-2024), offers an inside perspective on the biggest challenges to foster a more rapid global response to cybercrime.Drawing on more than a decade at the helm of international law enforcement, he shares insights into the growing sophistication of tech-drive
Protecting Children in Cyberspace with Sheema Sen Gupta
How can societies better protect children in a world where cyber risks are both borderless and rapidly evolving? Sheema Sen Gupta, Director of Child Protection and Migration at UNICEF, joins the Rethinking Cyber podcast to examine the complex threats children face in Cyberspace and how nations and organizations can cooperate to keep them safe.Drawing on more than 25 years’ experience at UNICEF adv
Reimagining National Security in Cyberspace with Robert Hannigan
How can nations maintain cyber resilience when technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing are evolving faster than regulation? Robert Hannigan, Director of GCHQ (2014-2017) - the UK's intelligence, security and cyber agency - looks at what lessons can be learned from the decades before AI to build long-term security.Drawing on his experience in policy development, Han
Industrial Cybersecurity by Design: Embedding Trust in Critical Systems with Andrew Kling
How can global industries keep their critical systems operating safely and avoid costly, disruptive downtime as cyber risks evolve? Andrew Kling, Director of Cybersecurity and Architecture at Schneider Electric, examines the evolving complexities shaping industrial cybersecurity as operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) converge – from regulatory compliance and evolving cybers
Building Cybersecurity into the Future of Global Health with Richard Staynings
How can healthcare systems embrace groundbreaking technologies that improve patient care, without compromising the critical infrastructure and patient data that they rely on? Richard Staynings, Chief Security Strategist at Cylera, joins us to explore the evolving risks that accompany the use of advanced technologies in medical environments.From AI-driven precision medicine to the rapid proliferati
Globalization Through the Lens of Cyberspace with Pascal Lamy
What is the interrelation between Cyberspace and globalization? With over 30 years of experience in international relations and multilateral cooperation, Pascal Lamy, VP of the Paris Peace Forum and former Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), delves into the challenges and opportunities presented by globalization in a borderless, interconnected world. In this episode, Lamy discu
Data, Ethics, and Cybersecurity in Healthcare with Dr. Junaid Nabi
What role does cybersecurity play in shaping the future of healthcare? Dr. Junaid Nabi, a Senior Researcher at Harvard Business School, dives into the nexus between cybersecurity, patient safety, and trust in the new era of interconnected healthcare. Focusing on the uniquely sensitive nature of healthcare data, Dr. Nabi considers the challenges of maintaining public trust amid rising cyber threats
Navigating Trust in an Open Cyberspace with Prof. William Dutton
How can we balance public safety and trust in an open, borderless Cyberspace?Professor William H. Dutton, Oxford Martin Fellow at the Global Cyber Security Capacity Centre (GCSCC), explores the challenge of balancing safety and trust in Cyberspace. Drawing on his experience in broadcast regulation, he warns against over-regulation of the internet and potential harms to privacy and freedom.Author o
At the Cyber Negotiating Table with Shyam Saran
How can nations unite to tackle the borderless nature of cybersecurity? Ambassador Shyam Saran, India’s former Foreign Secretary and former Special Envoy for Nuclear Affairs and Climate Change, explains why cybersecurity must be tackled as a shared global challenge—much like climate change—and how nations can work together despite geopolitical divides. Drawing on his experience in high-stakes nego
The Foundations of National Cyber Strategies with Chris Inglis
How can nations develop cyber strategies that fulfill the needs and aspirations of all stakeholders? In this episode, Chris Inglis, the first U.S. National Cyber Director, joins us to discuss why trust, collaboration, and shared accountability form the foundations of effective national cybersecurity.
Drawing on his leadership in delivering the 2023 U.S. National Cybersecurity Strategy, Inglis hig
Building Cognitive Resilience in Cyberspace with Dr. Mary Aiken
How does the human mind cope as we become increasingly dependent on an ever-evolving Cyberspace?
Dr. Mary Aiken, a pioneering expert in cyberpsychology and Chair of the Cyberpsychology Department at Capitol Technology University, explores the intersection between psychology and technology to help us better understand human behavior and develop cognitive resilience in Cyberspace.
She examines how m
Intelligence Agencies in Cyberspace with Sir Jeremy Fleming
Over the last decade, national intelligence agencies have undergone a significant shift in the way they operate, driven by the evolving dynamics in Cyberspace. Traditionally operating on the margins and in secrecy, these agencies have now started to embrace transparency in order to build credibility with the public and forge partnerships with different stakeholders.
In this episode, Sir Jeremy Fl
Defending National Security in Cyberspace with Mark Esper
From the Pentagon to the private sector, Mark Esper, 27th U.S. Secretary of Defense, shares a unique perspective on how we can strengthen cybersecurity to protect critical infrastructure.
Drawing from his broad career experience, Esper offers compelling insights on how cross-sector collaboration and military principles – like operational readiness and deterrence – can strengthen defenses against
How Cybersecurity Maturity Involves Every Aspect of Society with William H. Dutton
At a time when over 5.3 billion people worldwide are active in Cyberspace, what can nations, companies, and individuals do to ensure their security against threats?
William H. Dutton, Martin Fellow at Oxford University’s Global Cybersecurity Capacity Centre, shares his insights on the reason cybersecurity maturity depends not only on innovation, but also on culture, policy, education, and economi
Why We Need to Attract Women to Cybersecurity with Kersti Kaljulaid
How does empowering women in cybersecurity drive economic growth and innovation?
And how can Cyberspace help make our societies more inclusive?
Kersti Kaljulaid, former President of Estonia from 2016-2021, joins us to discuss why we need to bring more women into the cybersecurity field, sharing valuable lessons from Estonia’s model for women’s empowerment and its contribution to fostering innova
Cybersecurity in the Newsroom and Beyond with John Defterios
Is the importance of cybersecurity reflected in the news agenda?
John Defterios, former CNN anchor and Senior Strategic Advisor at APCO Worldwide, joins us to explore the interconnected topics shaping the global Cyber agenda and how it is represented in the media.
He answers why there is a tendency for cybersecurity to take a backseat to other issues such as geopolitics and energy security,
Rethinking Industrial Cybersecurity with Robert Lee
As our world evolves against the backdrop of ongoing polycrisis and technological advancement, are we doing enough to secure industrial infrastructure?
Robert Lee, CEO and Co-founder, Dragos, shares his insights on the urgent need for better collaboration, information sharing, and improved defenses in industrial automation environments to advance collective action for cyber stability. He emphasiz
Demystifying Cryptography with Dr. Craig Wright
How can existing technologies be leveraged to tackle the most pressing cyber challenges? Dr. Craig Wright, Chief Scientist at nChain, joins us to demystify Distributed Ledger Technology, address misconceptions around crypto, and share what inspired his career journey.
Brought to you by the Global Cybersecurity Forum, the Rethinking Cyber podcast is here to demystify Cyberspace and help you underst
Rethinking Global Policing Models to Tackle Cybercrime with Craig Jones
Interpol’s first global crime trends report, launched at its 2022 General Assembly, ranked cybercrime as one of the top five growing global threats. Interpol’s Director of Cybercrime, Craig Jones, joins us to discuss the increasing challenges relating to policing cybercrime, how cyber criminals are evolving their business model in Cyberspace and efforts to drive global collaboration between law en
A Safe (Cyber)space for Children with Iain Drennan
Children accessing the internet is now a societal norm and this access is happening at ever younger ages. The benefits can be vast, but evolving cyber risks means that protecting children online can be daunting and complex. Iain Drennan, Executive Director of the largest international network focused on ending child sexual abuse and exploitation online, the WeProtect Global Alliance, joins us to e
Safety Tech: Exploring a New Global Sector with Dr. Mary Aiken
Dr. Mary Aiken, a world-leading expert in cyberpsychology, joined us at the 2022 Edition of the Global Cybersecurity Forum for a captivating discussion. As one of the acknowledged founders of a new global sector, ‘Safety Tech’, Dr. Aiken covers everything from the potential of this new sector, the psychology of cybercriminals and encouraging women to enter the field of cyberpsychology.
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Empowering Women in Cybersecurity with Leila Hoteit
What are the barriers to women’s empowerment in cybersecurity, and how can we address them? Leila Hoteit, Managing Director and Senior Partner at BCG, joins us to discuss the imperative of including more women in the field, the obstacles they face, and how to overcome these challenges.
Brought to you by the Global Cybersecurity Forum, the Rethinking Cyber podcast is here to demystify Cyberspace an
Navigating Cyberspace: How Businesses Can Survive and Thrive with Alex Liu
Will businesses ever be ahead of the curve, or forever playing catch-up as the tech revolution accelerates? Join our guest Alex Liu, Managing Partner and Chairman of the Board at Kearney, as he sheds light on why cybersecurity is at the top of global CEO’s agendas, what are the most pressing cybersecurity challenges businesses face, and how to transform these challenges into opportunities.
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Imagining a Post-Quantum Future with Dr. Michio Kaku
In our first Rethinking Cyber podcast, we welcome world-renowned author, scientist and futurist, Dr Michio Kaku. In this illuminating episode, Dr Kaku talks to us about the seismic impact quantum computing will have on our lives and on industry. He explains the concept of quantum computing, explores what a quantum future will look like and explains the link between quantum physics and the multive
