Cybersecurity and cyber risk are evolving faster than most organizations can keep up with, and understanding the difference is critical for leaders today. John Riley speaks with Leopold “Lee” Lueddemann about how companies can analyze risk through the lens of threats and vulnerabilities, prioritize limited resources, and prepare for the “collision course” between privacy laws and artificial intelligence. Lee explains why CEOs must focus on compliance and liability reduction, shares emerging trends from AI-powered phishing to global IP concerns, and stresses the importance of advanced incident response planning. He also reflects on his career in privacy and IP law, his global travel adventures, and his latest project helping a museum protect its digital assets.

The risk of experiencing a cyber disaster these days is steadily increasing as technology evolves. Therefore, you must get ready for anything and do not let yourself be caught off guard. John Riley chats with Peter Busam, founder and CEO of Equilibrium Consulting, about the importance of crafting and designing your own disaster recovery plan to mitigate cyber risks and handle threats accordingly. He shares how his training as a Navy veteran allows him to nurture a well-disciplined culture of security in his own team. Peter also talks about using AI for better market data analysis and taking note of every bit of customer feedback to constantly improve cybersecurity measures.

Many people are becoming numb when it comes to data breaches. If your business has been a victim of cybersecurity attacks, they simply move on to another business. But in today’s interconnected world, this is not the best mindset to have. Matthew Koenig, vice president of Channel Sales at Nodeware, joins John Riley to discuss how businesses must approach cybersecurity and navigate this kind of public perception. He explains why humans cause the biggest threat to cybersecurity today and the right way to mitigate it. Matthew also emphasizes why CEOs should never set aside foundational cybersecurity measures despite their efforts to catch up with today’s rapid technological progress.