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- The Deepfake Dilemma: AI, Cyber, and the Battle Against Digital Deception - Paul Vann, Validia
In this episode of CyberBytes: The Podcast, we welcomed Paul Vann, Co-Founder of Validia. Validia is a deepfake cybersecurity service that provides proactive and reactive defense to the deepfake threat enterprises increasingly face with the rapid growth of generative artificial intelligence.In this episode, we cover:• Paul Vann’s insights on deepfakes and their harmful impact on cybersecurity• The role of AI in driving deepfake creation and its use in phishing attacks• Validia's innovative identity-first approach to prevent deepfake impersonation• The challenges of detecting deepfakes at scale and how Validia offers a scalable solutionPaul's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-vann-b996b2120/Validia - https://validia.ai/Joseph's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cybercoops/Aspiron Search - https://aspironsearch.com/Contact us here - [email protected]
26 min - Securing the Future of Identity Security with Ashish Shah, Andromeda
Today’s guest is Ashish Shah, Co-Founder & CPO at Andromeda. Andromeda are an AI-powered identity security platform for human and non-human identities, automating identity permissions and lifecycle using context, risk, and behavioural analysis and help businesses protect against identity breaches.In this episode, we cover:• Ashish’s journey into cybersecurity• The story behind co-founding Andromeda• Ashish’s key learnings since launching Andromeda• What makes Andromeda unique• Why Identity is a data problem• What the future holds for Identity SecurityAshish’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashishbshah/ Andromeda: https://www.linkedin.com/company/andromeda-security/ Steffen’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steffenfoley/ Aspiron Search: https://aspironsearch.com/ Contact us here - [email protected] up for our Newsletter: https://cyberbytes-thenewsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe
23 min - Putting Data Security on Autopilot - Eran Barak, MIND
Today’s guest is Eran Barak, Co-Founder & CEO at MIND.
MIND recently emerged from stealth with a bold mission: to put data loss prevention (DLP) on autopilot
Eran is a serial entrepreneur and investor. He built the first agentless security orchestration and automation platform which Microsoft acquired. Today, he is building the first ever-data security platform that puts DLP and IRM programs on autopilot.
In this episode, we cover:
Eran’s journey from the Israeli Defense Forces to co-founding MIND
The pivotal lessons learned from building Hexadite
The inspiration behind MIND and its focus on revolutionizing DLP
Eran’s guiding principles for success
Mastering early-stage go-to-market strategies
Eran’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eranbaraka/
MIND: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mindsecurity/
Steffen’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steffenfoley/
Aspiron Search: https://aspironsearch.com/
Contact us here - [email protected]
Sign up for our Newsletter: https://cyberbytes-thenewsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe
36 min - CISO: Thrive or Survive with Jake Bernardes, Anecdotes
Today’s guest is Jake Bernardes, CISO at Anecdotes, a leading GRC automation platform for enterprises.
Jake’s career in cybersecurity began with a childhood fascination for breaking games on his Amstrad, evolving into a passion for solving complex security challenges.
In this episode, we discuss:
Jake’s journey from gaming enthusiast to CISO
The power of storytelling and leveraging data in cybersecurity
How the role of the CISO has evolved over time
Key differences between a Field CISO and a traditional CISO
Jake’s predictions for the future of the CISO role
Jakes’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakeleobernardes/
Anecdotes: https://www.linkedin.com/company/anecdotes-ai/
Steffen’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steffenfoley/
Aspiron Search: https://aspironsearch.com/
Contact us here - [email protected]
Sign up for our Newsletter: https://cyberbytes-thenewsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe
28 min - From Coding to Venture Capital - Boaz Albaranes, Mindset Ventures
Today’s guest is Boaz Albaranes, Managing Partner at Mindset Ventures, an early-stage VC firm targeting enterprise B2B startups.
In this episode, we cover:
Boaz's journey from software engineering to VC
Mindset Ventures investment strategy and its portfolio of cyber start-ups
Insight into Boaz’s early-stage investments, including evaluation criteria
Some of the common challenges start-ups face
Art vs Science when investing in early-stage companies
Boaz’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boazalbaranes/
Mindset Ventures: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mindset-ventures/
Steffen’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steffenfoley/
Aspiron Search: https://aspironsearch.com/
Contact us here - [email protected]
Sign up for our Newsletter: https://cyberbytes-thenewsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe26 min - Leadership, Luck, and Launching a Startup - Itamar Golan, Prompt Security
Today’s guest is Itamar, Co-Founder & CEO of Prompt Security, a platform that helps enterprises adopt GenAI safely and securely.
Itamar’s passion, hunger and dedication to Security for AI is inspiring.In this episode, we cover:• Itamar’s journey from leading 100 people in the 8200 unit at just 20 years old to co-founding Prompt Security• Why he waited 2 - 3 years before launching the company• The key skills every successful leader needs• How timing (and some luck) plays a critical role in success• What sets Prompt Security apart from other Security for AI vendors• The most important lesson he learntItamar’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/itamar-g1/Prompt Security: https://www.linkedin.com/company/promptsec/Steffen’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steffenfoley/Aspiron Search: https://aspironsearch.com/Contact us here - [email protected]Sign up for our Newsletter: https://cyberbytes-thenewsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe28 min - From Legacy to Leading: OT Security - Jose Seara, DeNexus
In today’s episode of CyberBytes: The Podcast we’re joined by Jose Seara, Founder and CEO of DeNexus, Inc.
DeNexus revolutionises the way infosec leaders quantify and mange OT/ICS Cyber Risk. With over 27 years of experience building enterprise around cricial inforstructrue assets, Jose has a really intersting history, and an equally interesting plans for DeNexus.Make sure to like and subscribe if you enjoyed today’s episode and stay tuned for more!Jose’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmseara/DeNexus: https://www.linkedin.com/company/denexus-inc/Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-gascoigne-aa973317b/Aspiron Search: https://aspironsearch.com/Contact us here - [email protected]Sign up for our Newsletter: https://cyberbytes-thenewsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe25 min - AI, Cybersecurity & Startup Secrets: What Investors Really Look for in Founders - Costanoa Ventures
Join us in this engaging episode of CyberBytes: The Podcast as we chat with industry leaders John Cowgill and Jim Wilson, Partners at Costanoa Ventures, as they discuss their journeys through the venture capital and cybersecurity world.
From navigating the complex world of seed-stage investing to exploring the latest cybersecurity trends, these experts share their invaluable insights on building successful startups, the role of AI in cybersecurity, and the challenges faced by early-stage companies. We discuss:- The synergy between Jim and John: Jim's focus as a GTM operator and how their complementary roles drive success.
- Costanoa's investment strategy and its portfolio of 12 innovative cybersecurity companies.
- Insights into John's approach to early-stage investments, including evaluation criteria and recent investments at the intersection of AI and cybersecurity.
- Defining and understanding "startup DNA" and its critical role in early-stage success.
Don't miss out on their first-hand experiences and advice on how to succeed in the ever-evolving tech landscape.John's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcowgill/Jim's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimwilsonbayarea/Costanoa Ventures - https://www.linkedin.com/company/costanoa-ventures/Joseph's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cybercoops/Aspiron Search - https://www.linkedin.com/company/aspiron-search/#cybersecurity #venturecapital #venture #startup #earlystage #ai27 min - The Future of Deepfake Detection - Ben Colman, Reality Defender
Today’s guest is Ben Colman, CEO & Co-Founder of Reality Defender, a Deepfake Detection & Protection company.
Ben is a serial entrepreneur with a knack for identifying trends early. His entrepreneurial journey began with a startup that harnessed blockchain technology for voting. Today, he is leveraging AI to tackle Deepfake threats.
In this episode, we cover:
Ben’s learnings from working with cybersecurity leader Phil Venables
How Reality Defender is tackling the pressing challenges of Deepfake threats
The story behind winning Innovation Sandbox and the opportunities (and challenges) it unlocked with a Fortune 10 firm
Real-world use cases, including achieving a false positive rate of less than 0.2% with a Top 5 bank
Steps businesses can take to mitigate themselves against deepfake risks
Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpcolman/
Reality Defender: https://www.linkedin.com/company/reality-defender/
Steffen’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steffenfoley/
Aspiron Search: https://aspironsearch.com/
Contact us here - [email protected]
Sign up for our Newsletter: https://cyberbytes-thenewsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe26 min - Securing AI at Scale - Ian Webster, Promptfoo
Today’s guest is Ian Webster, CEO & Co-Founder of Promptfoo, a red teaming tool designed to secure Gen AI applications.
In this episode, we cover:
Ian’s evolution from shipping Gen AI products as an engineer to launching a cybersecurity company.
The fascinating origin of Promptfoo, which began as an open-source project.
The story of Victim #1 of the infamous "Grandma Jailbreak."
How significant mentors played a role in shaping Ian’s journey.
Key takeaways from Ian’s first startup experience.
The latest AI trends Ian is observing on the ground.
Ian’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianww/
Promptfoo: https://www.linkedin.com/company/promptfoo/
Steffen’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steffenfoley/
Aspiron Search: https://aspironsearch.com/
Contact us here - [email protected]
Sign up for our Newsletter: https://cyberbytes-thenewsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe25 min
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