Cybersecurity & Privacy Protections

This episode of Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson focuses on the crucial topics of privacy and cybersecurity of trade secrets and features guest Nicola Searle, a Digital Economy Fellow at Goldsmiths, University of London. Nicola’s vast experience includes serving as a government economist at the UK Intellectual Property Office and working as a financial associate at Goldman Sachs in the US and Italy. In the podcast, Ann and Nicola discuss trends and standards for privacy in 2022, the reasons trade secrets may be more vulnerable to cyberattacks, and how companies can protect customer data.

Throughout the episode, the conversation covers how companies can future-proof their data protections and create ecosystems that leverage intellectual property. They delve into trade secrets' vulnerability to cyberattacks despite being less frequently targeted than other forms of intellectual property. Finally, the discussion concludes with insights into why transparency and awareness are increasingly vital as businesses gather more customer data.

If you're interested in exploring the intersection of cybersecurity and privacy, this informative episode is a great resource. You'll learn valuable insights from experts in the field, including how to protect sensitive data and create sustainable ecosystems that provide value to customers, all while maintaining cybersecurity standards.

Resources for further learning and discovery include the LinkedIn profiles of Nicola Searle and Ann Johnson and the related podcasts Security Unlocked and Security Unlocked: CISO Series with Bret Arsenault.

Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson is a production of Microsoft and is distributed as part of The CyberWire Network.