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At OpenPayd’s Summer Soirée, leaders from Circle, Kraken, and B2C2 discussed how stablecoins are moving from speculative assets to real-world infrastructure. With regulatory clarity growing, the focus is now on usability, access, and the path to mainstream adoption.
THE BIG INTERVIEW
Q&A: Cyber crisis management with Microsoft's Chief Security Advisor
In an era where cyber threats loom larger and evolve faster than ever, fintech organizations stand at a critical juncture. What does it take to not only weather a cyber storm but emerge stronger? This exclusive interview dives into the crucial, yet often overlooked, motivations of threat actors. It outlines the ideal crisis response framework for fintechs, identifies common blindspots in incident response plans, and explores the hallmarks of effective leadership during high-stakes security incidents.
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WORLD ECONOMIC FORUM
Cybersecurity jobs on the rise as US industries navigate economic uncertainty
AI IN FINANCIAL CYBERSECURITY
AI may sound human, but it’s still software—and vulnerable. Peter Garraghan, CEO of Mindgard, warns against treating AI like a person rather than code, leading to dangerous security gaps. In this interview, he outlines why AI needs dedicated threat modeling, testing, and training. From social engineering to new attack surfaces, securing AI demands a fundamentally different approach—and mindset.
WHAT WE'RE LISTENING TO
BETTER TECH
In this episode of the BetterTech podcast, Roberto Galdamez, CISO at Kovac Financial Network, shares insights from a career spanning finance and professional sports. He discusses the evolving role of the CISO, the rise of soft skills in cybersecurity leadership, and how to effectively communicate risk. Packed with real-world lessons, it’s a must-listen for security leaders across industries.
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