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The CISO Boardroom Influence Checklist

A practical checklist used by top CISOs to communicate cyber risk in business language and secure board buy-in. Used by 200+ CISOs globally.

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By Dr. Erdal Ozkaya • Microsoft MVP • Author of 26 Books

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Recognized Globally • Trusted by Governments, Enterprises & NATO

🏆 Microsoft MVP 🎖️ Microsoft Regional Director 📚 26 Published Books 🌍 200+ Global Keynotes ⭐ Top CISO Award 🛡️ Super CISO Award 🏅 CIO50 Award ✅ CCISO | CISSP | CISM | CEH

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Threat Intelligence & Ops

In-depth threat intelligence, security operations, and analytical articles on the evolving adversary landscape.

Masterclass on Governing Cybersecurity in the AI Era

Governing Cybersecurity in the AI Era -pwc workshop 2026

Governing Cybersecurity in the AI Era

As AI rapidly transforms the way we work, serve customers, and compete, cybersecurity has become a top management and boardroom priority – no longer just an IT issue. It now stands as a core pillar of digital trust.

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2026's Unsettling Opening Act

2026s Unsettling Opening Act

2026’s Unsettling Opening Act

It’s only January, but I’ve already witnessed a seismic shift in how threats operate. Gone are the days of purely manual, or even semi-automated, attacks. We’re now contending with adversaries leveraging artificial intelligence in ways that were once confined to sci-fi thrillers. This isn’t just a prediction; it’s a stark reality unfolding before our eyes.

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GEC News Wire -recap of 2025

The definitive 2025 cyber rewind and 2026 roadmap

In this article, I explore:

The Compliance Tsunami: Why “can I go to jail for doing my job?” is no longer a joke for CISOs.

The $20 Million Deepfake: How social engineering 2.0 has compromised the boardroom.

The 2026 Roadmap: Why “Harvest Now, Decrypt Later” means you need to care about Quantum-Agility today.

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2025 Cyber Rewind: The Year AI Took Off the Gloves (And What’s Coming in 2026)

The Definitive 2025 Cyber Rewind & 2026 Roadmap

The Definitive 2025 Cyber Rewind & 2026 Roadmap
Back in June 2025, when I stood on the stage at the face-to-face SECON conference, the energy in the room was electric. We shook hands, we debated in the hallways, and we shared our “war stories” over coffee. But even then, I could see the fatigue in your eyes.

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Essential CISO and IT Pro Guide

Essential CISO and IT Pro Guide to Entra ID Security and Passwordless Failure

Essential CISO and IT Pro Guide to Entra ID Security and Passwordless Failure

The world of identity security is changing faster than ever, and sitting still is no longer an option. We recently hosted the legendary IT Bro’s, Raymond Comvalius and Sander Berkouwer—both long-time Microsoft MVPs—on the Sentinel Talk Show for a candid, no-holds-barred conversation.

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Securing the Road Ahead

Securing the Road Ahead: The Intersection of Cybersecurity and Intelligent Transportation

Securing the Road Ahead: The Intersection of Cybersecurity and Intelligent Transportation

Reflecting on the incredible energy from our recent Cybersecurity Seminar at Morgan State University, one thing is clear: the future of transportation is digital, and it must be secure.

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Uniting Global Leaders Against Cyber Terrorism

Uniting Global Leaders Against Cyber Terrorism

The fight against terrorism has moved to a new battlefield: the digital frontier.

Last week, I had the distinct honor of serving as a lecturer for the NATO Centre of Excellence Defence Against Terrorism (COE-DAT). Contributing to the “Terrorist Use of Cyber Space in General Terms” course was not just a professional milestone; it was a powerful reminder of why global collaboration is the only way to secure our future.

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Dr. Erdal Ozkaya — Strategic CISO, Microsoft MVP & Cybersecurity Author