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Mar 2026

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Join us every week as we take you on an journey into the dynamic realm of cybersecurity. Our podcast brings you exclusive interviews with top-notch leaders in the field, providing an in-depth exploration of the thrilling world of digital security. Discover discussions that encompass everything from the ingenious minds of hackers to the cutting-edge advancements in artificial intelligence. We tackle the crucial topics of diversity and the imperative mission of closing the substantial skills gap currently plaguing the industry. We promise to elevate your understanding of cybersecurity and equip you with the insights needed to navigate this ever-evolving landscape.

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March 3, 202632 min

The Future of High-Speed Encryption | Post-Quantum Security Explained | Melissa Chambers - Sitehop

Send a textIn this episode of Secure Insights, we’re joined by Melissa Chambers, CEO and Co-Founder of Sitehop, to explore what the next generation of high-performance, crypto-agile security really looks like. As cyber threats become more sophisticated and networks demand greater speed, traditional software-based encryption is increasingly struggling to keep up. Melissa shares why latency, bottlenecks, and future quantum risks are forcing organisations to rethink how they secure data in motion.At the heart of the conversation is Sitehop’s hardware-first approach to encryption. Built on FPGA-powered technology, their SAFE Series is engineered to deliver sub-microsecond latency while supporting high-throughput environments without compromising security. We discuss the practical implications of post-quantum readiness, the role of hardware acceleration in enhancing SD-WAN and NGFW performance, and why crypto-agility is becoming a board-level priority rather than just a technical consideration.Melissa also reflects on her journey as a deep tech founder, scaling complex hardware products from concept to commercialisation, and advocating for greater representation of women in STEM. This episode is a deep dive into the engineering challenges behind high-speed encryption.Catch up with Melissa on Linkedin hereCatch up with James on LinkedIn here

February 24, 202638 min

AI Runtime Assurance: Securing Autonomous Systems at Scale with Tim Schulz & Carl Hurd @ Starseer

Send a textIn this episode of Secure Insights, James is joined by Tim Schulz, Cofounder & CEO of Starseer, and Carl Hurd, CTO & Cofounder, to explore how organisations can make AI systems safe, reliable, and operational in the real world. With backgrounds spanning national security, AI red teaming, vulnerability research, and embedded security, Tim and Carl bring deep technical expertise and a clear mission to make advanced AI understandable and trustworthy.They discuss the rise of AI Runtime Assurance, why traditional security models fall short for autonomous and edge systems, and how detection engineering and AI DevOps must evolve to support real-world deployment. Starseer’s approach unifies validation, monitoring, optimisation, and rapid remediation into a single control plane helping organisations move from experimental AI to operational AI with confidence.This episode breaks down complex AI security challenges into practical insights for leaders navigating the future of AI-driven systems.Reach out to Tim on Linkedin hereRach our to Carl on Linkedin here

February 17, 202631 min

AI Meets Cloud Remediation: Marina Segal on the Future of Cloud SecOps with Tamnoon

Send a textIn this episode of Secure Insights, James sits down with Marina Segal, CEO and Co-Founder of Tamnoon, to explore how AI is transforming cloud security and why remediation is the real battleground.Tamnoon is an AI-powered cloud remediation platform that combines cutting-edge automation with experienced CloudPros to help organizations quickly and safely fix cloud risks. They’ve recently launched Tami, their new Cloud SecOps agent, designed to reduce exposure without slowing down engineering teams.Marina shares the origin story behind Tamnoon and the gap they saw in the market: security tools were excellent at detecting misconfigurations, but far less effective at resolving them. Drawing on her experience she explains how Tamnoon blends human expertise with AI-driven automation to ensure remediation is accurate, compliant, and production-safe.The conversation dives into the realities of operating in the AI-powered security space, the evolution of Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM), and what the future of Cloud SecOps looks like. For CISOs, security leaders, and cloud-native teams, this episode offers practical insight into how to reduce risk while enabling teams to move fast and innovate securely.Connect with Marina on Linkedin hereConnect with Tamnoon on Linkedin here

February 10, 202634 min

Fixing Open Source Risk Without Slowing Developers Down | Chris Hertz, Heeler

Send a textIn this episode of Secure Insights, James is joined by Chris Hertz, co-founder and CEO of Heeler to unpack one of the biggest and most underestimated risks in modern software development: open-source security.The conversation looks at why traditional approaches to managing open-source libraries often create more noise than clarity, leaving teams buried in alerts while real risk goes unresolved. Chris shares how combining static analysis, runtime context, and automated remediation changes the way organisations think about open-source vulnerabilities shifting the focus from volume to what’s actually exploitable and worth fixing.Chris also draws on his experience founding and scaling multiple venture-backed technology companies, including leadership roles at DivvyCloud and New Signature, to discuss how security teams and developers can work more effectively together as organisations grow. This episode is a practical listen for engineering leaders, security teams and founders who want a more realistic way to manage risk without slowing development down.

January 29, 202628 min

Why Compliance Is Breaking Security Teams | Anas Amer, Co-Founder Hoplon Ai

Send a textIn this episode of Secure Insights, James speaks with Anas Amer, co-founder of Hoplon AI, about the day-to-day realities of running security inside growing organisations. With a background spanning SOC, compliance, and risk, Anas brings a practical perspective shaped by years of working directly with teams who are trying to keep up with increasing demands and limited resources.They talk openly about the challenges many businesses face but don’t always articulate: complex tech environments, no dedicated security function, messy compliance requirements, and attackers who are becoming faster and more sophisticated. Anas shares what he sees repeatedly when advising organisations across different sectors, from where security efforts commonly fall short to what actually helps teams regain control without adding unnecessary friction.The conversation stays focused on people and decisions rather than products. It looks at how leaders can approach security in a way that supports growth, reduces pressure on already stretched teams, and creates a more realistic path to maturity. A useful listen for anyone responsible for security, risk, or operations who wants a clearer view of what “good” really looks like in practice.Get in touch with Anas on LinkedIn here Find out more about Hoplon Ai here

January 27, 202635 min

The #1 Cybersecurity Failure Is Human Behaviour | How Moxso Scaled Without Losing Culture

Send a textThis week James sat down with Rune Boye Knudsen, CEO & Co-founder of Moxso, to explore what it really takes to scale a cybersecurity startup at lightning speed without losing culture, momentum, or purpose along the way. Moxso is redefining how organisations approach security by focusing on the human risk element, widely recognised as the single biggest cause of cybersecurity failure. Together, they unpack why human behaviour, not technology continues to be the weakest link and how smarter, more intuitive security can actually change that.In just 12 months, Moxso has grown from 8 people to 75, and Rune shares the real challenges of scaling at that pace. From keeping everyone aligned and adaptable to evolving culture intentionally rather than letting it erode, this conversation offers an honest look at hypergrowth. They also reflects on his unconventional journey into cybersecurity, entering the industry as a rookie with a Master’s in Economics and building one of the fastest-scaling security companies in the space.This episode dives into what it means to lead with purpose while growing fast—how to simplify security through automation, avoid overwhelming teams and build a culture where people feel empowered, supported, and inspired. A must-listen for founders, leaders, and security professionals navigating rapid growth, cultural evolution, and the realities of building resilient organisations.Connect with Rune on Linkedin hereConnect with James on Linkedin here

January 22, 202618 min

The User Is Still the Weakest Link - Now What? | David DellaPelle (Dune Security)

Send a textIn the latest episode of Secure Insights, Nick was joined by David DellaPelle, CEO and co-founder of Dune Security, for a conversation about why so many enterprise breaches still start in the same place: people. As AI accelerates the scale and precision of social engineering, David argues that traditional awareness training and perimeter-first security models are no longer enough to protect modern organisations.This episode explores why enterprise cybersecurity needs a fundamental shift toward a more user-centric approach one that understands human risk as dynamic, contextual, and measurable rather than static and compliance-driven. They discuss how attackers adapt faster than training programmes, what CISOs are missing when it comes to insider and social engineering risk, and how security leaders can rethink resilience at the user layer without turning employees into the enemy.Connect with David on Linkedin hereConnect with Nick and NDK Cyber on Linkedin here

January 20, 202632 min

Who’s Really in Control of Your AI Agents? Barndoor.Ai CEO Oren Michels

Send a textIn the latest episode of Secure Insights, we’re joined by Oren Michels entrepreneur, investor, CEO and Co-Founder of Barndoor AI, for a conversation on what happens when AI agents move from experimentation into the heart of the enterprise. Drawing on decades of experience building, scaling and exiting technology companies, Oren shares with James how leadership, governance and risk evolve as organisations adopt increasingly autonomous systems.We explore the challenges around visibility and control in agentic AI, why many enterprises are underestimating the operational and security implications, and how leaders should be thinking about oversight without slowing innovation. Oren reflects on what today’s AI moment gets right and it gets wrong - compared to previous technology waves.A fantastic listen if you’re interested in Agentic AI and the future.Connect with Oren on Linkedin hereFind out more about Barndoor.ai here

January 15, 202635 min

Why Blockchains Can’t Be Random (And Why It Matters for Trust) - Allan Pedin CEO Randao

Send a textIn this episode of Secure Insights, James is joined by Allan Pedin CEO and Co-Founder of RANDAO, for a thoughtful discussion on one of the most overlooked foundations of digital trust: randomness. Allan shares his journey from academic research in AI and blockchain to building real-world systems in FinTech, and why something as simple as “random numbers” becomes deeply complex and risky in transparent, deterministic environments like blockchains.This conversation explores the problem space: why onchain randomness is so hard to get right, where manipulation and bias creep in, and why many existing approaches quietly fail under scrutiny. Allan breaks down these concepts in a practical, accessible way, helping security leaders, builders, and founders understand why fairness, unpredictability, and trust are inseparable in modern digital systems.The episode also zooms out to look at what secure randomness means for the future of Web3, governance, gaming, and digital infrastructure more broadly. It’s an insightful, technically grounded conversation about trust, design assumptions, and why some of the most critical security problems are hidden in plain sight.Find Allan on Linkedin hereFind James on Linkedin here

January 13, 202642 min

Roundtable Edition: AI, Regulation & the Future - Can We Govern What We Don’t Fully Understand?

Send a textIn this special roundtable episode of Secure Insights, we bring together leading voices from across cybersecurity, AI, and legal to explore one of the most pressing questions of our time: how do we regulate AI without stifling its potential? Joining the discussion are James Morris, Director at NDK Cyber, Peter Garraghan, Founder & Chief Science Officer at Mindgard, Ankur Shah, Co-founder & CEO of Straiker, and Annick O’Brien, General Counsel at Cybsafe.Together, the panel unpacks what we really understand about AI today — from the current state of AI regulation to the challenges of keeping pace with rapidly evolving technology. They debate the effectiveness of existing and proposed regulatory frameworks, the risks of over- or under-regulation, and whether adaptability should be the cornerstone of AI governance.This conversation goes beyond theory, asking the difficult but necessary questions: should AI be allowed to evolve freely, or do we need tighter controls to ensure safety, trust, and accountability? A must-listen for leaders navigating AI strategy, security, compliance, and the future of responsible innovation.Connect with James on linkedin hereConnect with Peter on Linkedin hereConnect with Ankur on Linkedin hereConnect with Annick on Linkedin here