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Coach Kali was very close to becoming a professional footballer. He did not grow up in a Bundesliga academy or a famous youth system. Instead, he played his way into the spotlight through talent and hard work. Clubs like SV Werder Bremen, VfL Wolfsburg and Hannover 96 started to watch him closely. Then everything changed. Serious injouries ended his dream before it could fully begin. In this episo...

In this exclusive episode of 25 Minutes, we take you to Matadi in the Democratic Republic of Congo for a special radio interview with one of the countrys most influential voices - Jean-Luyindula Mbila. Together, we explore the rapidly evolving landscape of cybersecurity, technology and artifical intelligence in Africa. After visiting several universities and leading companies in DR. Congo, Eliel s...

Nitin is back! In this episode we dive deep into the mindset and methods of todays threat actors - exploring what drives them, how they target organization and the real impact of their attacks. Together with Nitin we break down the cyber kill chain and reveal why understanding each stage is crucial for building resilience. We also discuss the critical role of backup and recovery strategies in help...

In this episode my guest takes us on journey that begins with a CISCO CCNA certification in India and leads all the way to a successful cybersecurity career in Europe. We talk about how family influence, persistence and curiosity can shape a professional path and why understanding the human side of cybersecurity is just as vital as mastering technical one. Nitin unpacks what really happens inside...

Kristina is back on 25Minutes ! In this episode, we talk about how AI has changed over the past three years and what makes AI “good” or “bad” in practice. Kristina shares how companies can use AI in a responsible way and why this is more important than ever. We explore how artificial intelligence has evolved over the past three years: What makes AI helpful or harmful? How can companies use it resp...

In a world where digital threats are evolving as rapidly as the technologies designed to counter them, the intersection of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI) has become a critical focus for modern enterprises. In this episode of 25Minutes , Kristina - a seasoned cybersecurity leader and Member of the Global Council for Responsible AI - shares her journey from software engineering to le...

In this episode of 25Minutes , we share a special recording from the Petit Déjeuner de PME & Startup event series hosted by the Canton of Geneva in Switzerland, designed to deliver actionable insights from global organizations to startups and small to medium-sized businesses. Together with Adelite, we explore the growing strategic relevance of cloud migration and cloud security. As businesses...

In this episode, I sit down with Lionel again to explore the evolving landscape of technology and resilience in Africa. Together, we unpack the striking differences in market value, digital growth and investment priorities when compared to Europe and the United States. Our conversation sheds light on how digital resilience is being shaped in regions where fundamental challenges like hunger and pov...

What does it really take to build and operate an OT Security Operations Center (SOC)? In this episode of 25Minutes , I sit down again with Qusai - an expert with hands-on experience setting up OT SOCs, including his first major project in the Middle East. We explore the key differences between OT and IT incident response, the unique challenges of industrial environments and why traditional approac...

In this episode of 25Minutes, I sit down with Qusai, a recognized OT Security Leader and recipient of multiple 2024 awards in the Middle East, including OT Security Leader of the Year and Excellence in Cyber Risk Management in 2024. With a background in mechatronics, hands-on experience across industries and a track record that spans academia and industry, Qusai brings a unique perspective on the...

In this episode of 25minutes , cybersecurity expert John returns to discuss the lessons he has learned over two decades in IT and OT security, focusing on the realities of risk management, leadership and the evolving threat landscape. We explore why common sense in security is often an illusion, what Zero Trust really means beyond the buzzword and how the OT security landscape has shifted with eme...

After our first conversation with Adrian, a forensic expert with over 18 years of experience in financial services, where we explored how AI is transforming industries, automating processes and reshaping business strategies, we knew we had to continue the discussion. In that episode, we talked about the most impactful AI use cases, the biggest automation opportunities, and the mistakes companies m...

Ten years ago, would you have imagined companies appointing a Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer? AI is no longer a futuristic concept - it’s actively reshaping industries, automating processes and redefining business strategies. In this episode, we sit down with Adrian, a forensic expert with over 18 years of experience, specializing in forensic services for financial organizations across both...

What if the key to cybersecurity success isn’t just technical skills - but understanding the business itself? In this insightful episode, we talk to Lionel, a seasoned Senior Information Security Officer to explore his journey in IT and cybersecurity. He shares how his initial misconceptions about certifications evolved, leading him to pursue industry-recognized certifications like CISSP, CISM, CI...

In this episode, we sit down with Nedzo a senior cybersecurity consultant with more than six years of experience in the financial sector. Nedzo shares his journey into blockchain technology, starting with his initial exposure to Satoshi Nakamoto's foundational papers. We discuss the potential of blockchain as the 'new internet,' its key features like decentralization and tamper-proo...

In this episode we discuss with John, a cybersecurity expert with over 20 years of experience, his unexpected career path that led him to Operational Technology (OT) security. John shares his motivations, challenges faced during his transition and key incidents that shaped his career, including Stuxnet and other significant OT security breaches in the past. The conversation delves into the differe...

25Minutes is more than just a podcast, it’s a platform for thought leadership. By engaging industry leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs, the podcast aims to be a source of knowledge and inspiration. Listeners can expect conversations with experts, trends, challenges and success stories all delivered in a concise 25-minute format. By focusing on purpose, trends, lessons learned and personal refle...