Episodios

  • Agentic AI Making Million Dollar Decisions: Keynote
    Apr 14 2026

    We have gone from AI that generates to AI that reasons to AI that builds and does things. We have gone from Generative AI to Agentic AI. While in theory and under closed conditions, an LLM is deterministic, in current practical applications it returns a probabilistic outcomes. At the same time, these highly probabilistic AI agents / agentic AI have increasingly become a part of business workflows, taking actions, making decisions and doing things for you. Agentic AI is making million dollar decisions while it still hallucinates, isn't always accurate, can be hacked, prompt injected, and doesn't have deterministic guardrails around it. In this keynote, I cover: 1) The Current State of Agentic AI, 2) Current Threat Landscape with AI 3) How to Govern and Secure Agentic AI

    Looking to go from chaos and unpredictability to resilience in the world of AI? Start here with The Predictability Factor newsletter at The Monica Talks Cyber (https://www.monicatalkscyber.com).

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    42 m
  • How I Got Promoted to Cybersecurity Leader Faster
    Apr 7 2026

    Want to get promoted faster in cybersecurity? This is exactly how I did it:
    I didn’t collect 15 certifications. I didn’t wait for 10 years. I didn’t play politics.
    Instead, I focused on business impact, strategy, and leadership, and it changed everything. In this video, I’m breaking down: why most cybersecurity professionals stay stuck, what actually gets you promoted (and what doesn’t), my real story from hacker to CISO, the 3-step roadmap to accelerate your leadership journey & how to start acting like a cybersecurity leader *today*

    This is not theory, this is what’s worked for me (and the leaders I’ve coached).

    Looking to go from chaos and unpredictability to resilience in the world of AI? Start here with The Predictability Factor newsletter at The Monica Talks Cyber (https://www.monicatalkscyber.com).

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    15 m
  • Predict and Defend Against Rising AI Threats: GoSec Keynote 2025
    Mar 31 2026

    AI is reshaping cybersecurity - but not always for the better.
    In this powerful GoSec keynote, AI and cybersecurity leader and keynote speaker Monica reveals how AI is being weaponized by cybercriminals, how deepfakes are eroding trust, and why predictive security 0 not adaptive - is the future.
    Learn how hackers exploit AI, how large language models are being sold on the dark web, and what leaders must do to build resilient, trustworthy AI systems.
    If you’re a CISO, cybersecurity professional, or tech leader navigating the AI revolution - this talk will redefine how you see AI, risk, and security.

    Looking to go from chaos and unpredictability to resilience in the world of AI? Start here with The Predictability Factor newsletter at The Monica Talks Cyber (https://www.monicatalkscyber.com).

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    42 m
  • How I Went from $40K Tech Job to $250K Cybersecurity Leader
    Mar 24 2026

    Nine years ago, I was stuck in a $40K job, broke, burned out, and invisible in the industry. Today, I earn over $250K in base salary, lead cybersecurity programs at scale, and advise billion-dollar businesses. In this video, I’m walking you through exactly how I did it. No Ivy League degree. No network. Just raw skills, grit, and a vision.

    I’ll show you the 3 key moves that changed everything for me, how I stopped chasing jobs and started attracting them, how I built my personal brand - offline and online - and made people talk about me when I wasn't in the room, and why being “skilled” isn’t enough (and what to do instead)

    If you’re stuck, undervalued, or wondering what your next move should be, this is the video I wish I had when I was in your shoes.

    Let’s get you where you belong.

    Looking to go from chaos and unpredictability to resilience in the world of AI? Start here with The Predictability Factor newsletter at The Monica Talks Cyber (https://www.monicatalkscyber.com).

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    17 m
  • Responsible AI Explained: 5 Pillars Every Leader Must Know
    Mar 17 2026

    AI isn’t just about speed and power, it’s about trust, governance, and responsibility. In this video, Monica, a board-certified cybersecurity leader and keynote speaker with 20+ years of experience, breaks down the 5 key pillars of Responsible AI (Fairness, Transparency, Safety & Security, Ethics, Accountability) that every leader and aspiring leader must understand. From Amazon’s biased hiring algorithm to McDonald’s failed AI drive-thru, and from GPT-5’s trust issues to Target’s pregnancy prediction scandal we’ll explore real-world cases that reveal why Responsible AI is the foundation of AI maturity and how to get there.

    Looking to go from chaos and unpredictability to resilience in the world of AI? Start here with The Predictability Factor newsletter at The Monica Talks Cyber (https://www.monicatalkscyber.com).

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    20 m
  • AI Auditing is The Next Big Career Move (Skills You Must Learn)
    Mar 6 2026

    AI is evolving fast but who’s making sure these systems are fair, safe, and accountable? In this episode, I will break down why AI auditing is becoming the next big career and the must-have skills every AI auditor needs (technical + non-technical). From biased algorithms shaping hiring decisions to flawed AI models making high-stakes errors, the risks are real. That’s where AI auditors come in: professionals who bridge the gap between technology, governance, and ethics.

    Looking to go from chaos and unpredictability to resilience in the world of AI? Start here with The Predictability Factor newsletter at The Monica Talks Cyber (https://www.monicatalkscyber.com).

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    26 m
  • The Dark Side of AI: Deepfakes, Data Poisoning & the Future of Cybersecurity
    Nov 12 2025

    The most dangerous AI attacks don’t just break your systems, they break your trust in reality. From deepfakes that fooled a company into losing an enormous amount of money to data poisoning that silently corrupts AI models, today’s threats are unlike anything cybersecurity teams have faced before. Don’t wait for these threats to hit your organisation, get ahead of them now.

    In this episode, Monica, a hacker turned CISO, keynote speaker, and founder of Monica Talks Cyber, reveals the dark side of AI and how you can protect your organisation while accelerating your security career. What you’ll learn: Why deepfakes are just the beginning of AI-based attacks? How data poisoning works (and why it’s so dangerous)? Practical defences: from AI supply chain security to human-in-the-loop protocols. How to position yourself as the AI security leader your company needs?


    Looking to go from chaos and unpredictability to resilience in the world of AI? Start here with The Predictability Factor newsletter at The Monica Talks Cyber (https://www.monicatalkscyber.com).

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    12 m
  • What Cybersecurity Hiring Managers are Really Looking For in 2025
    Oct 30 2025

    In 2025, it's not about degrees or certifications, it's about real skills, AI-readiness, and strategic thinking. In this episode, Monica, a board-certified cybersecurity leader with 20+ years of experience, breaks down the 5 biggest shifts shaping the cybersecurity job market right now.

    • Why mindset and adaptability now outrank credentials
    • How AI is redefining job roles and hiring criteria
    • Why communication is the #1 skill for cybersecurity leaders
    • How skill stacking gives you a salary and career edge
    • How compliance and regulation are changing hiring in Europe and beyond

    Whether you're an aspiring CISO, a security analyst, or pivoting into cybersecurity, this episode gives you the insights you won't hear anywhere else.

    Looking to go from chaos and unpredictability to resilience in the world of AI? Start here with The Predictability Factor newsletter at The Monica Talks Cyber (https://www.monicatalkscyber.com).

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    15 m