Podcast appearances and mentions of steve durbin

Today, Steve Durbin and ISF Podcast Producer Tavia Gilbert are in conversation exploring the role of cybersecurity, governance and leadership in an age defined by rapid technological transformation. Artificial intelligence is now woven into daily business operations, risk models, customer engagement, and more. And while its benefits are significant, its risks are expanding just as quickly. Key Takeaways: It's becoming increasingly apparent for leaders that cyber impacts every part of the business. AI will not replace humans in the workplace, but rather redefine what work humans do. If you as a business leader don't have clarity about what your values and ethics are by now, you better get started. Tune in to hear more about: What happens if businesses don't implement a robust framework for ethical AI use (8:51) The role of the board when implementing AI into business operations (19:49)    How to lead through change (24:20) Standout Quotes: “When cyber is involved early, it really can become a value enabler. It helps the business make smarter bets, helps it to avoid blind spots and build that sort of trust that we're looking for into everything that it does.” - Steve Durbin “AI, it does introduce huge amounts of potential, but it also introduces a new layer of risk that is more complicated, dynamic and probably difficult to manage than many people actually think or are prepared for. And one of the biggest challenges is that AI doesn't just create new vulnerabilities, it changes the nature of the threat landscape completely.” - Steve Durbin “AI is not some kind of future technology. It's been around for a very long time. Certainly in cyber terms anyway, at least 10 years, if not more. It's a lifetime in cyber, so it's not a future technology, it's here. It's shaping the way that we work, that we think, and indeed that we compete. So the question isn't whether we should engage with it, it's how do we do so responsibly and effectively. And the organizations that retain control are those that lead with clarity.” - Steve Durbin Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

Today, Steve Durbin and ISF Podcast Producer Tavia Gilbert are in conversation exploring the role of cybersecurity, governance and leadership in an age defined by rapid technological transformation. Artificial intelligence is now woven into daily business operations, risk models, customer engagement, and more. And while its benefits are significant, its risks are expanding just as quickly. Key Takeaways: It's becoming increasingly apparent for leaders that cyber impacts every part of the business. AI will not replace humans in the workplace, but rather redefine what work humans do. If you as a business leader don't have clarity about what your values and ethics are by now, you better get started. Tune in to hear more about: What happens if businesses don't implement a robust framework for ethical AI use (8:51) The role of the board when implementing AI into business operations (19:49)    How to lead through change (24:20) Standout Quotes: “When cyber is involved early, it really can become a value enabler. It helps the business make smarter bets, helps it to avoid blind spots and build that sort of trust that we're looking for into everything that it does.” - Steve Durbin “AI, it does introduce huge amounts of potential, but it also introduces a new layer of risk that is more complicated, dynamic and probably difficult to manage than many people actually think or are prepared for. And one of the biggest challenges is that AI doesn't just create new vulnerabilities, it changes the nature of the threat landscape completely.” - Steve Durbin “AI is not some kind of future technology. It's been around for a very long time. Certainly in cyber terms anyway, at least 10 years, if not more. It's a lifetime in cyber, so it's not a future technology, it's here. It's shaping the way that we work, that we think, and indeed that we compete. So the question isn't whether we should engage with it, it's how do we do so responsibly and effectively. And the organizations that retain control are those that lead with clarity.” - Steve Durbin Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

Steve Durbin engages in a compelling conversation with Faisal Hoque, a world-renowned technologist and best-selling author including his recently released ‘Transcend: Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI'. Faisal shares his thoughts on how business leaders can preserve human values in the in the era of AI, how AI and humans can function together, and the threats posed by ceding control of our humanity to AI. Find out why he feels the government needs to provide legislative structures to protect citizens. Key Takeaways: 1. The challenge for business leaders in preserving human values amidst the rise of AI 2. How AI is gradually diminishing human emotion in daily life 3. The risks involved in relinquishing human control to AI Tune in to hear more about: 1. Preserving human values (1:14) 2. How government policies can influence society and the development of AI (6:15) 3. Harnessing the potential of AI whilst mitigating the risk (18:11) Standout quotes: 1. "The government needs to provide the legislative structures where citizens are protected. Things like intellectual property, privacy, and free market support." - Faisal Hoque 2. "The digital divide concerns me greatly. Not just with regard to AI, but with everything that we are doing from a technology standpoint." - Faisal Hoque 3. "Leaders' job is to create that psychological safety so that we can be productive and feel that we can actually contribute and fulfill our purpose, whatever that purpose is." - Faisal Hoque 4. "AI is going to be like electricity or internet. It is going to be part and parcel of everything and anything we do." - Faisal Hoque Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter  From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

Steve Durbin engages in a compelling conversation with Faisal Hoque, a world-renowned technologist and best-selling author including his recently released ‘Transcend: Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI'. Faisal shares his thoughts on how business leaders can preserve human values in the in the era of AI, how AI and humans can function together, and the threats posed by ceding control of our humanity to AI. Find out why he feels the government needs to provide legislative structures to protect citizens. Key Takeaways: 1. The challenge for business leaders in preserving human values amidst the rise of AI 2. How AI is gradually diminishing human emotion in daily life 3. The risks involved in relinquishing human control to AI Tune in to hear more about: 1. Preserving human values (1:14) 2. How government policies can influence society and the development of AI (6:15) 3. Harnessing the potential of AI whilst mitigating the risk (18:11) Standout quotes: 1. "The government needs to provide the legislative structures where citizens are protected. Things like intellectual property, privacy, and free market support." - Faisal Hoque 2. "The digital divide concerns me greatly. Not just with regard to AI, but with everything that we are doing from a technology standpoint." - Faisal Hoque 3. "Leaders' job is to create that psychological safety so that we can be productive and feel that we can actually contribute and fulfill our purpose, whatever that purpose is." - Faisal Hoque 4. "AI is going to be like electricity or internet. It is going to be part and parcel of everything and anything we do." - Faisal Hoque Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter  From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

Today, Steve talks about ISF's flagship foresight report "Threat Horizon 2027: Grasping for Control." In a world defined by disruption and acceleration, this report offers not just a forecast of cyber threats, but a blueprint for resilience, and Steve walks listeners through the key themes. Key Takeaways: 1 Flexibility will be key in an increasingly volatile world. 2 Cyber must be considered in every aspect of an organization's operations. 3 Control is possible, even if it sometimes doesn't feel like it. Tune in to hear more about: 1 Why identity is becoming more and more important for businesses (2:24) 2 How senior leaders can prepare for the future (17:06) 3 Why control is still possible (21:42) Standout Quotes: 1 “Identity is really the cornerstone of everything that we do in the digital world, and it's fast becoming one of the most critical areas for business leaders to understand and take seriously.” - Steve Durbin 2 “Leaders need to understand the economic impact of cyber risk. What are the potential costs of disruption? How would a breach affect reputation, revenue, operations? It's the reputational bit, for instance, in my case, that worries me the most. And once you start thinking in those terms. You can make many more business-aligned, informed decisions about what you are going to do because you stop looking at the cost of doing something and instead you flip it and look at the implications and associated costs of not doing it.” - Steve Durbin 3 “I think that business leaders as a group, tend to be pretty resilient individuals. I've worked a lot with entrepreneurs, and they are probably some of the most resilient that I've ever come across because they have to be. And one of the things that they always believe in, I've found, is that irrespective of what's going on around you, control is still possible. But in order to have that level of control, it takes foresight, it takes focus, and I think above all it takes flexibility and, I would say, courage.” - Steve Durbin Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

Today, Steve talks about ISF's flagship foresight report "Threat Horizon 2027: Grasping for Control." In a world defined by disruption and acceleration, this report offers not just a forecast of cyber threats, but a blueprint for resilience, and Steve walks listeners through the key themes. Key Takeaways: 1 Flexibility will be key in an increasingly volatile world. 2 Cyber must be considered in every aspect of an organization's operations. 3 Control is possible, even if it sometimes doesn't feel like it. Tune in to hear more about: 1 Why identity is becoming more and more important for businesses (2:24) 2 How senior leaders can prepare for the future (17:06) 3 Why control is still possible (21:42) Standout Quotes: 1 “Identity is really the cornerstone of everything that we do in the digital world, and it's fast becoming one of the most critical areas for business leaders to understand and take seriously.” - Steve Durbin 2 “Leaders need to understand the economic impact of cyber risk. What are the potential costs of disruption? How would a breach affect reputation, revenue, operations? It's the reputational bit, for instance, in my case, that worries me the most. And once you start thinking in those terms. You can make many more business-aligned, informed decisions about what you are going to do because you stop looking at the cost of doing something and instead you flip it and look at the implications and associated costs of not doing it.” - Steve Durbin 3 “I think that business leaders as a group, tend to be pretty resilient individuals. I've worked a lot with entrepreneurs, and they are probably some of the most resilient that I've ever come across because they have to be. And one of the things that they always believe in, I've found, is that irrespective of what's going on around you, control is still possible. But in order to have that level of control, it takes foresight, it takes focus, and I think above all it takes flexibility and, I would say, courage.” - Steve Durbin Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

Steve Durbin is recognized for his ability to modernize financial ecosystems, integrating traditional and decentralized finance (DeFi) with a focus on transparency, accessibility, and resilience.   Steve is the President of Quail Bend Capital Partners, a private equity firm he founded in 2010, which has investments in fin-tech and mining, including a controlling interest in Save Daily Holdings.   He holds an economics degree from Harvard University and serves on the boards of Save Daily Holdings, Electric Metals, and Blackjack Silver.   Steve emphasizes the importance of solving real problems rather than convincing people they need a product.    Furthermore, his approach to leadership includes daily reflection, meticulous task management, and surrounding himself with hardworking, trustworthy individuals.    Website: RYTchain  LinkedIn: Steve Durbin   Check out our CEO Hack Buzz Newsletter–our premium newsletter with hacks and nuggets to level up your organization. Sign up HERE.  I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!

An interview with Steve Durbin, Chief Executive, ISF,  hosted by CEO and Founder of The Drop In CEO Podcast, Deborah A. Coviello. Originally published by The Drop in CEO Podcast.  In this episode, Steve shares his unique journey from literature to cybersecurity, emphasising the importance of curiosity, learning, and fresh perspectives in leadership. The discussion delves into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the necessity for business leaders to adopt a resilient and informed approach to technology and risk management, and the value of continuous education and networking. Steve offers practical advice for business leaders on safeguarding against cyber threats and highlights the dynamic interplay between technology, business strategy, and security. Episode Highlights: 01:57 Steve's Journey: From Literature to Cybersecurity 05:12 The Importance of Reading and Continuous Learning 08:02 Transitioning Careers: Embracing Technology 16:58 Information Security Forum: Mission and Impact 29:12 Practical Advice for Leaders on Cybersecurity   Discover more about the Information Security Forum (ISF), and tune in to our engaging podcasts.

An interview with Steve Durbin, Chief Executive, ISF,  hosted by CEO and Founder of The Drop In CEO Podcast, Deborah A. Coviello. Originally published by The Drop in CEO Podcast.  In this episode, Steve shares his unique journey from literature to cybersecurity, emphasising the importance of curiosity, learning, and fresh perspectives in leadership. The discussion delves into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the necessity for business leaders to adopt a resilient and informed approach to technology and risk management, and the value of continuous education and networking. Steve offers practical advice for business leaders on safeguarding against cyber threats and highlights the dynamic interplay between technology, business strategy, and security. Episode Highlights: 01:57 Steve's Journey: From Literature to Cybersecurity 05:12 The Importance of Reading and Continuous Learning 08:02 Transitioning Careers: Embracing Technology 16:58 Information Security Forum: Mission and Impact 29:12 Practical Advice for Leaders on Cybersecurity   Discover more about the Information Security Forum (ISF), and tune in to our engaging podcasts.

In this episode, Dr. Hany Demian, a pioneering medical doctor and CEO, known for his groundbreaking work in spine care and pain management, shares his journey from Cairo to Canada and the U.S., his innovative use of regenerative medicine and microscopic spine surgery, and his vision for improving patient care. He discusses the challenges and responsibilities of being a CEO in the medical field, his company BioSpine Institute's advancements in anti-aging treatments, and the importance of flexibility and discipline in leadership. This conversation is both inspiring and informative, offering valuable insights for C-suite leaders and medical professionals alike. Episode Highlights: 02:27 Dr. Demian's Journey and Career Insights 05:13 Innovations in Chronic Pain and Spine Care 08:29 Personal Stories and Impact of Treatments 19:56 Challenges and Responsibilities of a CEO Steve Durbin is a leading authority on cybersecurity and business culture transformation. As CEO of the Information Security Forum, he helps global enterprises navigate security risks and governance challenges. Since 2016, he has hosted the ISF Podcast, interviewing industry pioneers like Steve Wozniak and Helle Thorning-Schmidt. Previously, he advised Fortune 500 companies at Gartner and played a key role in IPOs and M&As at Ernst & Young. A top influencer in cybersecurity leadership, Steve also lectures at Henley Business School on board-level cyber strategy. His expertise spans threat landscapes, regulation, and the evolving role of cybersecurity in business. Connect with Steve:

How do we protect ourselves in a world where cyber threats are not just possible, but inevitable? In this episode of A Little Bit Radical, host Rob Fawkes speaks with Steve Durbin, CEO of the Information Security Forum (ISF), a global, not-for-profit organisation helping businesses manage cybersecurity risks.Steve shares his unconventional leadership journey, from growing up in Kenya and developing an instinct for questioning the status quo to leading one of the most influential cybersecurity organisations in the world. He talks about risk management, human behaviour in cybersecurity, and why you should aim to be the least attractive target for cybercriminals.

Today we're listening to the second half of Steve's recent Emerging Threats webinar for security leaders. In this episode, Steve responds to audience questions, covering everything from government regulation to supply chain to raising awareness within your organization. Steve Durbin's Contact Information: steve.durbin@securityforum.org Steve Durbin on LinkedIn Key Takeaways: 1. Knowing what your crown jewels are and how to protect them is paramount in a volatile world. 2. The government should do what the government does well, and it should let businesses do what businesses do well. The government should provide clear guidelines, but then there should be little interference. 3. Everything begins and ends with cyber resilience. How do we deal with the aftermath of the cyber incident that inevitably will occur? Tune in to hear more about: 1. How to get the board to care about cybersecurity and cyber risk (2:48) 2. How to avoid making regulatory compliance a tick box exercise (9:13) 3. How ISF can help make your organization more resilient (26:06) Standout Quotes: 1. “I like bringing people into the cyber space that are not technical. That doesn't mean to say you don't need technical people in cyber – you do, your security team needs to have a combination of the two – but I do very much like bringing them in from the business because their perspective is very much more about how they're going to make use of the technologies and therefore the use and the role that cybersecurity can play in securing the critical assets. Now, because we obviously are in an industry where there's a shortage of skills, what it does do is open up the markets to attracting – if you get it right – a whole variety of people that perhaps you wouldn't normally be able to bring into cybersecurity. So not only does it give you fresh perspective, not only does it align you more closely with the business, but it also opens up a pool of talent that otherwise might not be there.” - Steve Durbin  2. “I don't actually differentiate very much anymore between cyber risk and enterprise risk. [...] The reason I don't is that for me, I've become very much more convinced that cyber is so integral in everything that we do, that actually you create something of a problem for yourself if you begin to differentiate between enterprise and cyber.” Steve Durbin  3. “We need to make it simple for our users to be able to contact somebody in security if they are at all concerned about something that they've seen either through their email, on a system. And all too often we're not doing that. I can't tell you the number of times I've spoken to organizations and they simply aren't doing some of those basics. We don't need to complicate it all the time.” Steve Durbin Mentioned in this episode: Dear InfoSec Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

Today we're listening to the second half of Steve's recent Emerging Threats webinar for security leaders. In this episode, Steve responds to audience questions, covering everything from government regulation to supply chain to raising awareness within your organization. Steve Durbin's Contact Information: steve.durbin@securityforum.org Steve Durbin on LinkedIn Key Takeaways: 1. Knowing what your crown jewels are and how to protect them is paramount in a volatile world. 2. The government should do what the government does well, and it should let businesses do what businesses do well. The government should provide clear guidelines, but then there should be little interference. 3. Everything begins and ends with cyber resilience. How do we deal with the aftermath of the cyber incident that inevitably will occur? Tune in to hear more about: 1. How to get the board to care about cybersecurity and cyber risk (2:48) 2. How to avoid making regulatory compliance a tick box exercise (9:13) 3. How ISF can help make your organization more resilient (26:06) Standout Quotes: 1. “I like bringing people into the cyber space that are not technical. That doesn't mean to say you don't need technical people in cyber – you do, your security team needs to have a combination of the two – but I do very much like bringing them in from the business because their perspective is very much more about how they're going to make use of the technologies and therefore the use and the role that cybersecurity can play in securing the critical assets. Now, because we obviously are in an industry where there's a shortage of skills, what it does do is open up the markets to attracting – if you get it right – a whole variety of people that perhaps you wouldn't normally be able to bring into cybersecurity. So not only does it give you fresh perspective, not only does it align you more closely with the business, but it also opens up a pool of talent that otherwise might not be there.” - Steve Durbin  2. “I don't actually differentiate very much anymore between cyber risk and enterprise risk. [...] The reason I don't is that for me, I've become very much more convinced that cyber is so integral in everything that we do, that actually you create something of a problem for yourself if you begin to differentiate between enterprise and cyber.” Steve Durbin  3. “We need to make it simple for our users to be able to contact somebody in security if they are at all concerned about something that they've seen either through their email, on a system. And all too often we're not doing that. I can't tell you the number of times I've spoken to organizations and they simply aren't doing some of those basics. We don't need to complicate it all the time.” Steve Durbin Mentioned in this episode: Dear InfoSec Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

Today's episode is our annual lookahead to next year, as we present Steve's recent Emerging Threats webinar for security leaders. You'll get to hear Steve share some of his thoughts on the threats cybersecurity professionals should be prepared to see in 2025. And of course, he also offers suggestions on how to handle these threats. Steve Durbin's Contact Information: steve.durbin@securityforum.org Steve Durbin on Linkedin Key Takeaways: Cybersecurity is becoming more of a business issue, which presents both opportunities and challenges. Supply chain, cloud storage, data integrity, and AI will be key information security issues in 2025. Information security professionals must learn how to align cybersecurity objectives with business objectives. Tune in to hear more about: Key information security challenges for 2025 (4:20) How to manage supply chain risks and AI-related security challenges (9:34) How to align cybersecurity objectives with business objectives (20:16) Standout Quotes: “The piece that worries me the most, and I've said this for a very long time, is the data integrity. AI data sets are vulnerable to deliberate poisoning or accidental pollution. Now, if I talk to AI providers, they will tell me that their AI is sufficiently intelligent, that it can really spot these things. I don't buy it. If I'm using AI, I want to make sure that the data it's actually telling me to make decisions about has a huge amount of the traditional information security guidance around it.” - Steve Durbin “The challenge for us is to align cyber risk management with the needs of the business by identifying how risk management and resilience are aligned and help to meet business objectives. That way, I can guarantee you will get the ear of the business. And if you can crack that one, then some of the other issues that we're dealing with, such as resourcing, such as alignment, such as commitment, tend to go away.” - Steve Durbin “The ones that I think are really going to succeed and flourish in 2025 are going to have aligned security with the business, and are going to have put in place mechanisms for all elements to change in sync with each other. Keeping on track is going to require a huge amount of collective collaboration across the enterprise.” - Steve Durbin Mentioned in this episode: ISF Analyst Insight Podcast   Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter  From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

An interview with Steve Durbin, ISF CEO, by Security editor Stephen Pritchard. Originally published by Security Insights Podcast. Cybersecurity and geopolitics are more tightly linked than ever. The growth of online espionage, attacks by state actors, and governments turning a blind eye to cybercrime, are all increasing risk. And the “attack surface” is growing too. More and more of what we do every day is online, and this presents more opportunities to bad actors. In a connected world, it does not take much to cause huge disruption, whether by accident or design. The rise in ransomware over the decade shows just how vulnerable we are to cyber attack. And some of the most prolific ransomware groups have at least informal ties to nation states. But behind the scenes, the threats from state-based, not just state sanctioned, cyber attacks are growing. This, in turn, needs a different response from organisations, and their security teams. Geopolitics is driving cybersecurity threats, in ways that could hardly be imagined in the early days of the information security business. Our guest this week is Steve Durbin, CEO of the Information Security Forum. As he points out, a lot has changed over the last few decades, and especially in the last few years. We are now in a very risky place. And, in an increasingly connected world, cyber has the potential to be the “Achilles Heel” of our defences, he argues. Could we see the current level of cyber threats spill over into more overt conflict? And do organisations have the resources to operate in a more dangerous world?

An interview with Steve Durbin, ISF CEO, by Security editor Stephen Pritchard. Originally published by Security Insights Podcast. Cybersecurity and geopolitics are more tightly linked than ever. The growth of online espionage, attacks by state actors, and governments turning a blind eye to cybercrime, are all increasing risk. And the “attack surface” is growing too. More and more of what we do every day is online, and this presents more opportunities to bad actors. In a connected world, it does not take much to cause huge disruption, whether by accident or design. The rise in ransomware over the decade shows just how vulnerable we are to cyber attack. And some of the most prolific ransomware groups have at least informal ties to nation states. But behind the scenes, the threats from state-based, not just state sanctioned, cyber attacks are growing. This, in turn, needs a different response from organisations, and their security teams. Geopolitics is driving cybersecurity threats, in ways that could hardly be imagined in the early days of the information security business. Our guest this week is Steve Durbin, CEO of the Information Security Forum. As he points out, a lot has changed over the last few decades, and especially in the last few years. We are now in a very risky place. And, in an increasingly connected world, cyber has the potential to be the “Achilles Heel” of our defences, he argues. Could we see the current level of cyber threats spill over into more overt conflict? And do organisations have the resources to operate in a more dangerous world?

Increasing risks and increasing technology are the topics in this podcast.How to manage technology and risks that extend from the cyber perspective all theway to corporate leadership and climate change. This is one of the most engagingconversations that the Disaster Zone Podcast has had with a true subject matterexpert. Leaders in business and government should listen to this podcast.The guest is Steve Durbin is the Chief Executive of the Information Security Forum(ISF). His main areas of focus include strategy, information technology, cyber securityand the emerging security threat landscape across both the corporate and personalenvironments.He is a frequent speaker and commentator on technology and security issues, and,since 2016, the host of the ISF Podcast featuring conversations with global industryleaders and thought leaders, including Mo Gawdat, Dr. Hannah Fry, Sir Bob Geldof,Apple founder Steve Wozniak, and the first female prime minister of Denmark, HelleThorning-Schmidt.Formerly at Ernst & Young, Steve has been involved with IPOs, mergers andacquisitions of fast-growth companies across Europe and the USA. Having previouslybeen senior vice president at Gartner, he has advised a number of NASDAQ andNYSE listed global technology companies.Steve has served as a Digital 50 advisory committee member in the United States, abody established to improve the talent pool for Fortune 500 boards around cybersecurity and information governance and he has been ranked as one of the top 10individuals shaping the way that organizations and leaders approach informationsecurity careers. He has also been featured on the top 20 most influential list ofleaders whose companies have a vision that shapes the conceptual landscape of theirrespective industries.Major Endorsements:!Rescheduled January 2025! Emergency Management for Dynamic Populations (DyPop):Hot Mess Express: An emergency management leadership course focusing on response tactics during terrorist attacks. Hot Mess Express includes an immersive exercise during an intentional train derailment scenario. Register for DyPop here:www.thereadinesslab.com/shop/p/dynamic CBRNe Convergence Orlando 2024 28-30 October, Orlando, FloridaL3Harris Technologies' BeOn PPT App. Learn more about this amazing product here: www.l3harris.com Impulse: Bleeding Control Kits by professionals for professionals: www.dobermanemg.com/impulseDoberman Emergency Management Group provides subject matter experts in planning and training: www.dobermanemg.com

Today, BBC journalist Nick Witchell interviews Steve about the threat landscape in light of a number of damaging hacks that have recently been made public. They consider the challenges regulators face given the current geopolitical situation and discuss how organisations can create a thorough cyber defense and response plan. Key Takeaways: 1. Organisations cannot abdicate responsibility for data security, even when outsourcing to third parties. They need strong incident response plans and ongoing assessment of third-party security capabilities.  2. In terms of any country's political agenda on cybersecurity, AI regulation is often overshadowed by other issues. 3. Few parliamentarians and ministers come from a security background, which is one reason why it's critical to provide guidance and insight to them. 4. A more thoughtful and funded approach to security would benefit society, considering the potential impact on people's lives and the need for effective incident response. Tune in to hear more about: 1. Accountability and responsibility in cybersecurity (1:59) 2. Role of cybersecurity centers and national institutions (5:13) 3. Government and political involvement in cybersecurity (8:29) 4. Public awareness and the ISF's role (12:21) 5. Risk management and security investment (16:32) 6. Concerns about technology implementation (20:14) Standout Quotes: 1. “We (at the ISF) don't want to be one of those organisations that's constantly barracking people and complaining. We want to be holding true to some of our founding principles, which is about providing best advice, providing some of the best tools, providing some of the best insights that we gather from our own team and also from our member community. But we do need to make more noise about that, because people desperately need to understand some of the implications, and indeed, very much more importantly, what they can actually practically do about it.”  - Steve Durbin 2. “There is no one size fits all. That's the other thing about this. You have to have it in line with your business direction, your size, your maturity, all of those sorts of things. Very often people ask me for blueprints or, what does good look like? And my answer is always the same: it varies depending on your stage of maturity and your willingness to spend, and how important your data is to you.” - Steve Durbin Mentioned in this episode: ISF Analyst Insight Podcast Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

In this insightful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, Avik Chakraborty sits down with Steve Durbin, Chief Executive of the Information Security Forum (ISF), to explore the intersection of leadership and mental health within the high-pressure world of cybersecurity. As cyber threats evolve at an unprecedented pace, leaders in this field face mounting stress and anxiety. Steve shares his extensive experience guiding Fortune 500 companies and global leaders, discussing the unique challenges cybersecurity leaders face today, including managing stress, avoiding burnout, and maintaining resilience. Join us as we uncover strategies for sustaining mental well-being in a rapidly changing digital landscape. About the Guest: Steve Durbin is the Chief Executive of the Information Security Forum, a leading authority on cybersecurity strategy and emerging threats. With a career spanning advising Fortune 500 companies and global leaders, Steve is a powerful voice on issues that extend beyond technology. His deep understanding of the cybersecurity landscape, coupled with his insights into the human challenges of leadership, make him an invaluable resource for those navigating this complex field. Key Takeaways: The Challenge of Time in Cybersecurity: Steve highlights the increasing speed at which cyber threats evolve and how this compresses the time leaders have to respond, creating significant stress and anxiety. Impact of Remote Leadership: The transition to remote work during the pandemic introduced new challenges for cybersecurity leaders, who had to adapt to managing teams without the benefit of in-person interactions, leading to increased stress. Recognizing Burnout: Steve discusses the subtle signs of burnout in cybersecurity professionals, emphasizing that those experiencing burnout often don't recognize it themselves. Leaders must be vigilant in identifying these signs among their teams. Building Resilience: The conversation touches on the importance of resilience in cybersecurity leadership, with Steve sharing strategies on how leaders can foster a work environment that supports mental well-being and high performance. Leadership Beyond Technology: The discussion expands beyond technical skills, focusing on the human aspects of leadership in cybersecurity, including the importance of empathy, communication, and understanding individual needs. This episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in cybersecurity leadership or those interested in how leaders can maintain their mental health while navigating the complexities of today's digital threats.

For our special Summer Listening series, we revisit some favorite listens: episodes that cover some of the most important, and current, issues in cyber. In this episode, ISF CEO Steve Durbin speaks with computer programmer, philanthropist, and co-founder of Apple, Steve Wozniak. Woz reminisces about the past and looks into the future of Big Tech, and considers what both could mean for the future of security. Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management

For our special Summer Listening series, we revisit some favorite listens: episodes that cover some of the most important, and current, issues in cyber. In this episode, ISF CEO Steve Durbin speaks with computer programmer, philanthropist, and co-founder of Apple, Steve Wozniak. Woz reminisces about the past and looks into the future of Big Tech, and considers what both could mean for the future of security. Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management

Steve recently sat for an interview with veteran journalist Julie MacDonald for a feature with The European. Last week, we listened to the first part of that conversation, and today, we're hearing the second. Julie and Steve talk about scenario planning, transparency within industries, and what good leadership looks like in this complex moment in history. Key Takeaways: 1. Durbin emphasizes AI's dependence on data integrity and the importance of starting with good data. 2. Durbin discusses the challenges of geopolitical threats and market flux, and how  organizations must prepare for an uncertain future. 3. Durbin notes increased use of ISF's supplier assessment tools to mitigate risks due to geopolitical tensions and COVID-19. Tune in to hear more about: 1. Cyber security, AI, and data integrity (0:00) 2. Cyber security threats, vulnerabilities, and supply chain risks (3:40) 3. Risk management, leadership priorities, and the importance of collaboration (9:28) Standout Quotes: 1. “Bear in mind that when it all comes crashing down, there isn't a piece of technology in the world that will get your systems back up and running. And so don't forget the role that people have to play. So look after the people, make sure that they understand the important role that they have, because I think all too often, we talk about them being the weakest link. Actually, they're the strongest link.“ - Steve Durbin 2. “You have to focus on the crown jewels. That's your starting point. Very often, people will say to me, well, how much should we be spending? And my answer to that is, it depends. It depends on your risk profile, depends how nervous you are, it depends if you're going to enter new markets, it depends if you're coming out of markets. So you have to, as the leader of an organization, I think, juggle all of those things. And you have to do it in a very sort of swanlike way.“ - Steve Durbin 3. “You will make mistakes. And the mistake itself isn't important. What is important is how you recover from that, and how you learn from it going forward. And how you share that with other people in your organization. And how you become very much more agile to take advantage of some of the opportunities that that might open up.“ - Steve Durbin Mentioned in this episode: ISF Analyst Insight Podcast Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

Steve recently sat for an interview with veteran journalist Julie MacDonald for a feature with The European. Last week, we listened to the first part of that conversation, and today, we're hearing the second. Julie and Steve talk about scenario planning, transparency within industries, and what good leadership looks like in this complex moment in history. Key Takeaways: 1. Durbin emphasizes AI's dependence on data integrity and the importance of starting with good data. 2. Durbin discusses the challenges of geopolitical threats and market flux, and how  organizations must prepare for an uncertain future. 3. Durbin notes increased use of ISF's supplier assessment tools to mitigate risks due to geopolitical tensions and COVID-19. Tune in to hear more about: 1. Cyber security, AI, and data integrity (0:00) 2. Cyber security threats, vulnerabilities, and supply chain risks (3:40) 3. Risk management, leadership priorities, and the importance of collaboration (9:28) Standout Quotes: 1. “Bear in mind that when it all comes crashing down, there isn't a piece of technology in the world that will get your systems back up and running. And so don't forget the role that people have to play. So look after the people, make sure that they understand the important role that they have, because I think all too often, we talk about them being the weakest link. Actually, they're the strongest link.“ - Steve Durbin 2. “You have to focus on the crown jewels. That's your starting point. Very often, people will say to me, well, how much should we be spending? And my answer to that is, it depends. It depends on your risk profile, depends how nervous you are, it depends if you're going to enter new markets, it depends if you're coming out of markets. So you have to, as the leader of an organization, I think, juggle all of those things. And you have to do it in a very sort of swanlike way.“ - Steve Durbin 3. “You will make mistakes. And the mistake itself isn't important. What is important is how you recover from that, and how you learn from it going forward. And how you share that with other people in your organization. And how you become very much more agile to take advantage of some of the opportunities that that might open up.“ - Steve Durbin Mentioned in this episode: ISF Analyst Insight Podcast Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

Steve recently sat for an interview with veteran journalist Julie MacDonald for a feature with The European. For the next two weeks, we'll be presenting that conversation in two parts. In the first part, Julie and Steve discuss the regulatory landscape, improving communication across the business, and how enterprises can successfully marry technology with the human element of work. Key Takeaways: 1. Durbin emphasizes the importance of alignment in creating a culture that supports risk management and growth. 2. MacDonald emphasizes the need for transparency beyond organizational borders, including collaboration with competitors and regulators. 3. Large organizations have resources to keep up with supply chain risks, while midsize and small enterprises struggle. 4. Durbin stresses the need for basic security practices and security awareness training, providing feedback in real-time to help individuals remember what they should have done. Tune in to hear more about: 1. Cybersecurity risks and how businesses can manage them effectively (0:00) 2. Cybersecurity transparency, regulation, and communication (5:13) Standout Quotes: 1. “I think for security people, what they have to be better at is understanding the role that security plays in achieving the business objectives, the business strategy, because if they can do that, then suddenly they have the ear of the business. On the other side, from the business perspective, they need to understand the role that technology plays in achieving what they're trying to do. Because technology equals security equals risk.“ - Steve Durbin 2. “If you look at the way in which now, technology is all pervasive, we use different elements of technology to do our jobs. So we may be doing something on our own mobile phone, for instance, which we wouldn't have been doing before. So the importance of security awareness has actually increased significantly. “ - Steve Durbin Mentioned in this episode: ISF Analyst Insight Podcast Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

Steve recently sat for an interview with veteran journalist Julie MacDonald for a feature with The European. For the next two weeks, we'll be presenting that conversation in two parts. In the first part, Julie and Steve discuss the regulatory landscape, improving communication across the business, and how enterprises can successfully marry technology with the human element of work. Key Takeaways: 1. Durbin emphasizes the importance of alignment in creating a culture that supports risk management and growth. 2. MacDonald emphasizes the need for transparency beyond organizational borders, including collaboration with competitors and regulators. 3. Large organizations have resources to keep up with supply chain risks, while midsize and small enterprises struggle. 4. Durbin stresses the need for basic security practices and security awareness training, providing feedback in real-time to help individuals remember what they should have done. Tune in to hear more about: 1. Cybersecurity risks and how businesses can manage them effectively (0:00) 2. Cybersecurity transparency, regulation, and communication (5:13) Standout Quotes: 1. “I think for security people, what they have to be better at is understanding the role that security plays in achieving the business objectives, the business strategy, because if they can do that, then suddenly they have the ear of the business. On the other side, from the business perspective, they need to understand the role that technology plays in achieving what they're trying to do. Because technology equals security equals risk.“ - Steve Durbin 2. “If you look at the way in which now, technology is all pervasive, we use different elements of technology to do our jobs. So we may be doing something on our own mobile phone, for instance, which we wouldn't have been doing before. So the importance of security awareness has actually increased significantly. “ - Steve Durbin Mentioned in this episode: ISF Analyst Insight Podcast Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

In this week's episode of The Mac & Forth Show, Dean, Steve, and Karl are joined by Steve Durbin from GeeksCorner to discuss their expectations and hopes for WWDC 2024. As always, this is an exciting time of year for Apple fans, filled with anticipation over what Tim Cook might unveil. The team shares their predictions and speculates on potential announcements, from software updates to new hardware, or lack of it. All this, and slightly more on this week's episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review on iTunes. We won't ply you with adverts, just a little review is all we ask…go on, you know you want to really, don't ya? The Mac & Forth show Patreon Page. This Month's Wonderful 'The One with the Shout Out' Funders: Teresa Hummel, Matt Barton, Ron Poyotte, Gordon Jackson, Paul Beattie, Jane, Alan, Frank Jacobsen, Keith Yarbrough, David Dean, Barry Gentleman, Chris Fields, Allister Jenks and Zareef Saadat, John Mainwearing. Also, thank you to all our contributors for other donations. Your support is always greatly appreciated.  Or help via PayPal.   Subscribe to us on:  iTunes Overcast Pocketcast TuneIn Radio   Or feel free to join our Discord   Contact us via X, or follow us on Instagram or join our Facebook group. or like our Facebook page. or view our Website or YouTube   Please visit our Merchandise Store   Theme Music: Russ Clewett

Recently, British journalist Juliette Foster interviewed Steve for a feature in The European, and today we're listening to that conversation. Steve and Juliette explore a range of topics, including how to get buy-in to your security strategy at all levels of the organization, how much security should cost, navigating the regulatory landscape, and which industries and enterprises Steve believes could be templates for security. Key Takeaways: 1. Good cyber strategy aligns with business strategy, is quantifiable, and involves all employees. 2. Durbin suggests involving security in project planning to avoid retrofitting security measures. 3. Durbin suggests that security teams need to spend more time explaining security implications to business leaders in a way they can understand. 4. Durbin suggests that leaders must create a personal investment in security by providing feedback and justifying costs in a way that resonates with each individual's role and responsibilities. 5. Durbin highlights the evolving regulatory landscape, with a shift from standardization to protectionism and complexity for organizations. 6. Durbin highlights the evolving threat landscape, including malware, ransomware, and phishing attacks. Tune in to hear more about: 1. Aligning cybersecurity strategy with business goals and outcomes (1:36) 2. Cybersecurity strategies, testing, and budgeting (10:42) 3. Regulation complexity and its impact on businesses (18:00) 4. Cybersecurity investment, risk management, and emerging threats (22:44) 5. Evolving cyber threats and the importance of resilience (26:58) Standout Quotes: 1. “What is important for organizations is not to become over fixated on the threats — that's necessary, obviously, to have a good defense — but also to figure out this whole notion of resilience. How quickly could we get our systems back up and running? How quickly could we get our organization functioning again? How are we going to recover our data? Where are we storing it? Those sorts of things.” - Steve Durbin 2. “... the crux of good cyber strategy is having an alignment with a business strategy happening in alignment with what it is that the organization is looking to do on a daily basis, which in the majority of cases is: increase revenue, increase shareholder value, deliver back to employees, customers, and to further the ideals of the organization.” - Steve Durbin 3. “So the role of the security leader in any budget cycle is to try to align whatever spend she or he wishes to have with the future direction of travel of that organization. And if you can start to do that, then the whole conversation becomes very much easier. But I'm not a huge fan of setting fairly random percentages, because I think it sends entirely the wrong message. You run the risk of overspend or underspend. And what you actually want to be doing is spending appropriately to deliver the right level of protection for your critical assets, for your company, for your employees, for your shareholders, so that you can continue to provide a thriving environment.”  - Steve Durbin Mentioned in this episode: ISF Analyst Insight Podcast Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

Recently, British journalist Juliette Foster interviewed Steve for a feature in The European, and today we're listening to that conversation. Steve and Juliette explore a range of topics, including how to get buy-in to your security strategy at all levels of the organization, how much security should cost, navigating the regulatory landscape, and which industries and enterprises Steve believes could be templates for security. Key Takeaways: 1. Good cyber strategy aligns with business strategy, is quantifiable, and involves all employees. 2. Durbin suggests involving security in project planning to avoid retrofitting security measures. 3. Durbin suggests that security teams need to spend more time explaining security implications to business leaders in a way they can understand. 4. Durbin suggests that leaders must create a personal investment in security by providing feedback and justifying costs in a way that resonates with each individual's role and responsibilities. 5. Durbin highlights the evolving regulatory landscape, with a shift from standardization to protectionism and complexity for organizations. 6. Durbin highlights the evolving threat landscape, including malware, ransomware, and phishing attacks. Tune in to hear more about: 1. Aligning cybersecurity strategy with business goals and outcomes (1:36) 2. Cybersecurity strategies, testing, and budgeting (10:42) 3. Regulation complexity and its impact on businesses (18:00) 4. Cybersecurity investment, risk management, and emerging threats (22:44) 5. Evolving cyber threats and the importance of resilience (26:58) Standout Quotes: 1. “What is important for organizations is not to become over fixated on the threats — that's necessary, obviously, to have a good defense — but also to figure out this whole notion of resilience. How quickly could we get our systems back up and running? How quickly could we get our organization functioning again? How are we going to recover our data? Where are we storing it? Those sorts of things.” - Steve Durbin 2. “... the crux of good cyber strategy is having an alignment with a business strategy happening in alignment with what it is that the organization is looking to do on a daily basis, which in the majority of cases is: increase revenue, increase shareholder value, deliver back to employees, customers, and to further the ideals of the organization.” - Steve Durbin 3. “So the role of the security leader in any budget cycle is to try to align whatever spend she or he wishes to have with the future direction of travel of that organization. And if you can start to do that, then the whole conversation becomes very much easier. But I'm not a huge fan of setting fairly random percentages, because I think it sends entirely the wrong message. You run the risk of overspend or underspend. And what you actually want to be doing is spending appropriately to deliver the right level of protection for your critical assets, for your company, for your employees, for your shareholders, so that you can continue to provide a thriving environment.”  - Steve Durbin Mentioned in this episode: ISF Analyst Insight Podcast Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

Today, Steve and producer Tavia Gilbert discuss the impact artificial intelligence is having on the threat landscape and how businesses can leverage this new technology and collaborate with it successfully. Key Takeaways: 1.  AI risk is best presented in business-friendly terms when seeking to engage executives at the board level. 2. Steve Durbin takes the position that AI will not replace leadership roles, as human strengths like emotional intelligence and complex decision making are still essential. 3. AI risk management must be aligned with business objectives while ethical considerations are integrated into AI development. 4. Since AI regulation will be patchy, effective mitigation and security strategies must be built in from the start. Tune in to hear more about: 1. AI's impact on cybersecurity, including industrialized high-impact attacks and manipulation of data (0:00) 2. AI collaboration with humans, focusing on benefits and risks (4:12) 3. AI adoption in organizations, cybersecurity risks, and board involvement (11:09) 4. AI governance, risk management, and ethics (15:42) Standout Quotes: 1. Cyber leaders have to present security issues in terms that board level executives can understand and act on, and that's certainly the case when it comes to AI. So that means reporting AI risk in financial, economic, operational terms, not just in technical terms. If you report in technical terms, you will lose the room exceptionally quickly. It also involves aligning AI risk management with business needs by you know, identifying how AI risk management and resilience are going to help to meet business objectives. And if you can do that, as opposed to losing the room, you will certainly win the room. -Steve Durbin 2. AI, of course, does provide some solution to that, in that if you can provide it with enough examples of what good looks like and what bad looks like in terms of data integrity, then the systems can, to an extent, differentiate between what is correct and what is incorrect. But the fact remains that data manipulation, changing data, whether that be in software code, whether it be in information that we're storing, all of those things remain a major concern. -Steve Durbin 3. We can't turn the clock back. So at the ISF, you know, our goal is to try to help organizations figure out how to use this technology wisely. So we're going to be talking about ways humans and AI complement each other, such as collaboration, automation, problem solving, monitoring, oversight, all of those sorts of areas. And I think for these to work, and for us to work effectively with AI, we need to start by recognizing the strengths both we as people and also AI models can bring to the table. -Steve Durbin 4. I also think that boards really need to think through the impact of what they're doing with AI on the workforce, and indeed, on other stakeholders. And last, but certainly not least, what the governance implications of the use of AI might look like. And so therefore, what new policies controls need to be implemented. -Steve Durbin 5. We need to be paying specific attention to things like ethical risk assessment, working to detect and mitigate bias, ensure that there is, of course, informed consent when somebody interacts with AI. And we do need, I think, to be particularly mindful about bias, you know? Bias detection, bias mitigation. Those are fundamental, because we could end up making all sorts of decisions or having the machines make decisions that we didn't really want. So there's always going to be in that area, I think, in particular, a role for human oversight of AI activities. -Steve Durbin Mentioned in this episode: ISF Analyst Insight Podcast Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

Today, Steve and producer Tavia Gilbert discuss the impact artificial intelligence is having on the threat landscape and how businesses can leverage this new technology and collaborate with it successfully. Key Takeaways: 1.  AI risk is best presented in business-friendly terms when seeking to engage executives at the board level. 2. Steve Durbin takes the position that AI will not replace leadership roles, as human strengths like emotional intelligence and complex decision making are still essential. 3. AI risk management must be aligned with business objectives while ethical considerations are integrated into AI development. 4. Since AI regulation will be patchy, effective mitigation and security strategies must be built in from the start. Tune in to hear more about: 1. AI's impact on cybersecurity, including industrialized high-impact attacks and manipulation of data (0:00) 2. AI collaboration with humans, focusing on benefits and risks (4:12) 3. AI adoption in organizations, cybersecurity risks, and board involvement (11:09) 4. AI governance, risk management, and ethics (15:42) Standout Quotes: 1. Cyber leaders have to present security issues in terms that board level executives can understand and act on, and that's certainly the case when it comes to AI. So that means reporting AI risk in financial, economic, operational terms, not just in technical terms. If you report in technical terms, you will lose the room exceptionally quickly. It also involves aligning AI risk management with business needs by you know, identifying how AI risk management and resilience are going to help to meet business objectives. And if you can do that, as opposed to losing the room, you will certainly win the room. -Steve Durbin 2. AI, of course, does provide some solution to that, in that if you can provide it with enough examples of what good looks like and what bad looks like in terms of data integrity, then the systems can, to an extent, differentiate between what is correct and what is incorrect. But the fact remains that data manipulation, changing data, whether that be in software code, whether it be in information that we're storing, all of those things remain a major concern. -Steve Durbin 3. We can't turn the clock back. So at the ISF, you know, our goal is to try to help organizations figure out how to use this technology wisely. So we're going to be talking about ways humans and AI complement each other, such as collaboration, automation, problem solving, monitoring, oversight, all of those sorts of areas. And I think for these to work, and for us to work effectively with AI, we need to start by recognizing the strengths both we as people and also AI models can bring to the table. -Steve Durbin 4. I also think that boards really need to think through the impact of what they're doing with AI on the workforce, and indeed, on other stakeholders. And last, but certainly not least, what the governance implications of the use of AI might look like. And so therefore, what new policies controls need to be implemented. -Steve Durbin 5. We need to be paying specific attention to things like ethical risk assessment, working to detect and mitigate bias, ensure that there is, of course, informed consent when somebody interacts with AI. And we do need, I think, to be particularly mindful about bias, you know? Bias detection, bias mitigation. Those are fundamental, because we could end up making all sorts of decisions or having the machines make decisions that we didn't really want. So there's always going to be in that area, I think, in particular, a role for human oversight of AI activities. -Steve Durbin Mentioned in this episode: ISF Analyst Insight Podcast Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

This week, the Mac & Forth Show welcomes special guest Steve Durbin from GeeksCorner UK, joining Alan, Steve and Karl. They'll cover the surprising end to Apple's long-rumored car project, delve into EU officials' frustration with Apple's approach to progressive web apps, discuss the high costs behind Apple Vision Pro, and share thoughts on Apple Music's new daily heavy rotation mix. They'll also review the much-criticised FineWoven cases. All this, and slightly more on this week's episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review on iTunes. We won't ply you with adverts, just a little review is all we ask…go on, you know you want to really, don't ya? The Mac & Forth show Patreon Page. This Month's Wonderful 'The One with the Shout Out' Funders: Teresa Hummel, Matt Barton, Ron Poyotte, Gordon Jackson, Paul Beattie, Jane, Alan, Frank Jacobsen, Keith Yarbrough, David Dean, Barry Gentleman, Chris Fields, Allister Jenks and Zareef Saadat. Also, thank you to all our contributors for other donations. Your support is always greatly appreciated.  Or help via PayPal.   Subscribe to us on:  iTunes Overcast Pocketcast TuneIn Radio   Or feel free to join our Discord   Contact us via X, or follow us on Instagram or join our Facebook group. or like our Facebook page. or view our Website or YouTube   Please visit our Merchandise Store   Theme Music: Russ Clewett

Today's episode is the first of two interviews with Steve Durbin in discussion with journalist Nick Witchell. Today they discuss cybersecurity in the current geopolitical moment. Steve looks at the current security landscape in that context, and touches on how security leaders can help guide their organisations in these turbulent times. Key Takeaways: 1. Boards and CISOs need to be ready to step in with the necessary mitigation measures when increased cyber risks manifest themselves and when they are related to geopolitical tensions. 2. Social media presents real advantages, but when it comes to information, users must diligently consider the source. 3. Business leaders have many opportunities to learn from one another and gain supports as they move into the future. Tune in to hear more about: 1. Nick Witchell asks Steve Durbin about companies' overall readiness to address cyber risks in a global context. (4:07) 2. Steve Durbin reflects on misinformation and disinformation in the age of social media. (7:19) 3. Where business leaders can find support. (11:00) Standout Quotes: 1.  “There is, I think, probably two things that give me real comfort that we're moving in the right direction. The first thing is that there is an understanding now in the boardroom, that these things are material, and that they have to pay attention to them. And secondly, there is an enthusiasm in the boardroom to be involved in that, because they understand the implications on the things that they measure: risk, market cap, shareholders, and so on. So I think we're in probably a much better place to deal with some of these challenges this year than perhaps when we last spoke 12 months ago.” - Steve Durbin 2. “Personally, what I like to do is to take a number of different data points. So don't become over reliant on one particular feed, because again, within the social media space, if you think about it, you tend to lead always to people who are perhaps of a similar mind to yourself. And I think in the sorts of times that we're in at the moment, it's very important for everybody to try and get a balanced perspective, a balanced view.” - Steve Durbin 3. “ I think if I were to sum up the major role of the ISF at the moment, it's in that one word, support.” - Steve Durbin Mentioned in this episode: Threat Intelligence: React and prepare Rehearsing Your Cyber Incident Response Capability During Periods of Instability CISOs Role During Periods of Instability ISF Analyst Insight Podcast Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

This week, Alan, Steve, and Karl, joined by Steve Durbin of GeeksCorner, dive into Apple's iOS 17.0.3 overheating fix, Spotify's stance against Apple's App Store dominance in the UK, and Google's ‘Assistant with Bard' tease for iOS and Android. They also discuss Facebook and Instagram's no-ads plan, Apple's shift to automated support on 'X', and the eerie ‘The Enfield Poltergeist' trailer. Tune in for a roundup of tech updates and more in this week's episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review on iTunes. We won't ply you with adverts, just a little review is all we ask…go on, you know you want to really, don't ya? The Mac & Forth show Patreon Page. This Month's Wonderful 'The One with the Shout Out' Funders: Teresa Hummel, Matt Barton, Ron Poyotte, Gordon Jackson, Paul Beattie, Jane, Alan, Frank Jacobsen, Keith Yarbrough, David Dean, Barry Gentleman, Chris Fields, Allister Jenks and Zareef Saadat. Also, thank you to all our contributors for other donations. Your support is always greatly appreciated.  Or help via PayPal.   Subscribe to us on:  iTunes Overcast Pocketcast TuneIn Radio   Or feel free to join our Discord   Contact us via X, or follow us on Instagram or join our Facebook group. or like our Facebook page. or view our Website or YouTube   Please visit our Merchandise Store   Theme Music: Russ Clewett

For our special Summer Listening series, we revisit some favorite listens: episodes that cover some of the most important, and current, issues in cyber. We continue with a conversation between journalist and long-time friend of ISF, Nick Witchell, and ISF Chief Executive Steve Durbin from October 2022.  Nick puts Steve in the 'cyber hot-seat' to face fifteen minutes of timely rapid-fire questions. Steve offers his opinion on the lessons we can learn from the ongoing Ukraine conflict, the likely ripple effects from the recent conviction of Uber's security chief, and how this will impact the future role of CISOs and their businesses.  Mentioned in this episode: ISF Analyst Insight Podcast Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter

This week Steve Durbin from Geekscorner returns, as does our very own Steve, who joins both Alan and Karl as they discuss the week's Apple and tech-related news. Apple threatens to shut off FaceTime and iMessage if the UK implements their Online Safety Bill. Unity launches a game creator program for Vision Pro. Logitech acquires Loupedeck. Apple Maps are slowly winning hearts and minds. How much longer might Apple support Intel Macs? Another unopened iPhone goes for an astounding amount, but Apple won't be gift-wrapping it as they discontinue the service—all this, and slightly more, on this week's episode. CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review on iTunes. We won't ply you with adverts, just a little review is all we ask…go on, you know you want to really, don't ya? The Mac & Forth show Patreon Page. This Month's Wonderful 'The One with the Shout Out' Funders: Teresa Hummel, Matt Barton, Ron Poyotte, Gordon Jackson, Paul Beattie, Jane, Alan, Frank Jacobsen, Keith Yarbrough, David Dean, Barry Gentleman, Chris Fields, Allister Jenks and Zareef Saadat. Also, thank you to all our contributors for other donations. Your support is always greatly appreciated.  Or help via PayPal.   Subscribe to us on:  iTunes Overcast Pocketcast TuneIn Radio Stitcher   Or feel free to join our Discord   Contact us via Twitter, or follow us on Instagram or join our Facebook group. or like our Facebook page. or view our Website or YouTube   Please visit our Merchandise Store   Theme Music: Russ Clewett

With Apple's WWDC 2023 only a few days away Steve Durbin from Geekscorner, joins Alan, Dean, Steve, and Karl as they ponder what might be in store for us. Obviously new versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and TVOS, what else? Might the mysterious VR headset make an appearance? A new 15-inch MacBook Air? The never spotted but often rumoured Apple Silicon Mac Pro? So many possibilities, and so many rumours, and come Monday evening we will know, but until then speculation can run rife. So join us as we discuss the possibilities and as usual, we'll have all this and slightly more on this week's episode.   CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review on iTunes. We won't ply you with adverts, just a little review is all we ask…go on, you know you want to really, don't ya? The Mac & Forth show Patreon Page. This Month's Wonderful 'The One with the Shout Out' Funders: Teresa Hummel, Matt Barton, Ron Poyotte, Gordon Jackson, Paul Beattie, Jane, Alan, Frank Jacobsen, Keith Yarbrough, David Dean, Barry Gentleman, Chris Fields, Allister Jenks and Zareef Saadat. Also, thank you to all our contributors for other donations. Your support is always greatly appreciated.  Or help via PayPal.   Subscribe to us on:  iTunes Overcast Pocketcast TuneIn Radio Stitcher   Or feel free to join our Discord   Contact us via Twitter, or follow us on Instagram or join our Facebook group. or like our Facebook page. or view our Website or YouTube   Please visit our Merchandise Store   Theme Music: Russ Clewett

In this week's lively episode of the Mac & Forth Show Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Steve Durbin from Geekscorner, as he joins our tech trio of hosts - Alan, Steve, and Karl. Gear up for another fresh week of Apple and tech-related news. First up we have iOS 17's latest accessibility features set to transform user experience. Furthermore, we'll unpack Apple's exciting step into live music, featuring additions to their Maps and Music platforms. Rejoice, our listeners down under! The SOS feature is finally live in your neck of the woods, coinciding with the launch of Apple's Tap to Pay.  Keeping no secrets this time, Apple finally unveiled their Beats Studio Buds+. We'll talk about what these new earbuds bring to the table. Eyes are turning towards the upcoming WWDC and a mysterious 'Special Evening Activity' that has been scheduled. We speculate about what this might entail! In the realm of television, the hit show 'Severance' is back in production. Will this news ease Alan's collywobbles? We'll find out! Moving beyond Apple, the tech world is buzzing with the EU's approval of the Microsoft-Activision acquisition. Also, storage solutions provider Drobo seems to be facing a few hurdles. In social media news, Twitter has a new captain at the helm. We'll delve into the potential shifts this leadership change might trigger. So, strap in for another ride as we explore these stories, and a few more surprises, in this week's Mac & Forth Show Podcast.   CONTACT THE SHOW: We really would appreciate it if you could take a few moments and submit a review on iTunes. We won't ply you with adverts, just a little review is all we ask…go on, you know you want to really, don't ya? The Mac & Forth show Patreon Page. This Month's Wonderful 'The One with the Shout Out' Funders: Teresa Hummel, Matt Barton, Ron Poyotte, Gordon Jackson, Paul Beattie, Jane, Alan, Frank Jacobsen, Keith Yarbrough, David Dean, Barry Gentleman, Chris Fields, Allister Jenks and Zareef Saadat. Also, thank you to all our contributors for other donations. Your support is always greatly appreciated.  Or help via PayPal.   Subscribe to us on:  iTunes Overcast Pocketcast TuneIn Radio Stitcher   Or feel free to join our Discord   Contact us via Twitter, or follow us on Instagram or join our Facebook group. or like our Facebook page. or view our Website or YouTube   Please visit our Merchandise Store   Theme Music: Russ Clewett

Today BBC journalist Nick Witchell interviews ISF CEO Steve Durbin. They discuss AI and its impact on security, as well as data integrity and trust in an age of disinformation. Mentioned in this episode: ISF Analyst Insight Podcast Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management

This week, we're featuring a presentation ISF CEO Steve Durbin made on December 7, 2022, on the Emerging Threats we expect to see in 2023. Mentioned in this episode: Protecting the Crown Jewels Steve Durbin: steve.durbin@securityforum.org Phone: +44 (0) 7785 953800 Twitter: @stevedurbin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevedurbin/ ISF Analyst Insight Podcast Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management

In today's episode, which was recorded together in the studio — a rare and happy occurrence when we're able to be together in person — ISF CEO Steve Durbin and producer Tavia Gilbert discuss the future of the security leader, including the characteristics of security leaders today compared to those likely to be required in the future, as well as the future operating model of the security function. Mentioned in this episode: ISF Analyst Insight Podcast Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management

In today's episode, journalist and long-time friend of ISF, Nick Witchell, puts Steve Durbin, ISF Chief Executive, in the 'cyber hot-seat' to face fifteen minutes of timely rapid-fire questions.  Steve offers his opinion on the lessons we can learn from the ongoing Ukraine conflict, the likely ripple effects from the recent conviction of Uber's security chief, and how this will impact the future role of CISOs and their businesses.  Mentioned in this episode: ISF Analyst Insight Podcast Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter

Summer Listening - Today, we're featuring highlights of a recent “fireside chat” hosted by global tech services and consulting firm Infosys, and featuring our own ISF CEO Steve Durbin. Steve's interviewer is his long-time colleague and friend Vishal Salvi, who serves as Chief Information Security Officer and Head of Cyber Security Practice at Infosys. More about Infosys More about Vishal Salvi Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management

Today, we feature a presentation made by ISF CEO Steve Durbin on The CISO, Cyber, and the Board at the ISF's Nordic Spring Conference in May 2022. This was a chapter meeting held for ISF members in the Nordic region; ISF holds meetings three times a year to give members in the same geographic region a confidential forum where they can network and exchange ideas. In his presentation, Steve addresses five areas where CISO's need to focus in 2022. For our listeners who are CISOs or in a position where you regularly communicate with your board, you'll find some practical ideas to help you do that. For those of you who are closer to the beginning of your career in cyber, Steve offers some insights about the nature of the relationship between cybersecurity and the overall business that you'll find helpful as you look to develop skills relevant to the needs of your business. Mentioned in this episode: List of various cyberattacks Alliance graphs IRAM 2—Qualitative Information Risk Assessment Methodology QIRA —Quantitative Information Risk Assessment Methodology ISF Supply chain risk management tools To contact Steve Durbin directly:  US Tel: +1 (347) 767 6772 UK Tel: +44 (0)20 3289 5884 UK Mobile: +44 (0)7785 953800 steve.durbin@securityforum.org Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management

In this episode, ISF CEO Steve Durbin and host Tavia Gilbert discuss highlights from the interviews featured over the last several weeks. They consider some of Steve's takeaways and actionable insights for security professionals from Season 11. Mentioned in this episode: PWC Report: Overseeing cyber risk: the board's role Protecting the Crown Jewels: How to Secure Mission-Critical Assets Legal and Regulatory Implications for Information Security with Emma Bickerstaffe, Senior Research Analyst, ISF More resources from ISF related to this episode: Information Security in Mergers and Acquisitions Video Presentation: The Role of Information Security in Mergers and Acquisitions Consultancy Service: Cyber Risk for Mergers and Acquisitions Read the transcript of this episode. Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter. From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management

Today, ISF CEO Steve Durbin and producer Tavia Gilbert discuss highlights from the conversations we've featured on the podcast over the last several weeks. We review our season and consider takeaways, in terms of business leadership and actionable insights for our members, particularly during these times of instability. Related Resources from ISF: “Are 5G Networks Setting The Stage For A New Wave Of Cyberattacks?” — Forbes, 10 August 2021 Threat Horizon 2022: Digital and Physical Worlds Collide The New World Order (ISF Podcast, 19 January 2022) The Race for Tech Dominance (ISF Podcast, 25 January 2022) ISF Ransomware Support: Prepare, Respond, Resume Review and Gap Analysis of Cybersecurity Legislation and Cybercriminality Policies in Eight Countries Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management

Today, ISF CEO Steve Durbin and host Tavia Gilbert are talking all things 5G — what it is, what changes it will effect, and how we can keep our operations and supply chains secure as it rolls out. Related ISF Resources: “Are 5G Networks Setting The Stage For A New Wave Of Cyberattacks?” — Forbes, 10 August 2021 Threat Horizon 2022: Digital and Physical Worlds Collide The New World Order (ISF Podcast, 19 January 2022) The Race for Tech Dominance (ISF Podcast, 25 January 2022) Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management

Today, we're featuring highlights of a recent “fireside chat” hosted by global tech services and consulting firm Infosys, and featuring our own ISF CEO Steve Durbin. Steve's interviewer is his long-time colleague and friend Vishal Salvi, who serves as Chief Information Security Officer and Head of Cyber Security Practice at Infosys. More about Infosys More about Vishal Salvi Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management

Today, ISF CEO Steve Durbin and host Tavia Gilbert discuss research he's been conducting during the fall of 2021 around The New World Order and the Race for Tech Dominance. This is the second of two episodes focusing on this theme. Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management

Today, ISF CEO Steve Durbin and host Tavia Gilbert discuss research he's been conducting during the fall of 2021 around The New World Order and the Race for Tech Dominance. This is the first of two episodes focusing on this theme. Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management

Steve Durbin is one of the best Race Directors in the Eastern United States. His Tunnel Hill race has attracted national attention with two world records being shattered. He also works closely with Laz on races like the Barkley Fall Classic, Strolling Jim and the Virtual Race that has over 18,000 participants The Great Virtual Race Across Tennessee. Steve shares stories about his time with Laz, what inspired them to come with TGVRAT and so much more.