2025: The Year Cybersecurity Becomes Non-Negotiable

Ways of Working

 

Description

This year marks a turning point. Corporate cybersecurity is no longer a strategic choice—it’s an operational imperative. As cyber threats grow more sophisticated, the only viable defense is a proactive, company-wide approach. Waiting is not an option.

What does this mean for you?

  • Limit data access strictly to what’s necessary
  • Vet suppliers for hidden vulnerabilities
  • Train employees to recognize and respond to threats

Even the most advanced technologies are powerless if your team doesn’t understand how to use them. One breach can shatter your company’s reputation in moments.Cybercrime knows no borders. It’s organized, profit-driven, and constantly evolving. Our response must be just as unified and deliberate. Phishing and IBAN switching scams exploit human error. That’s why prevention starts with education. Empower your people—they are your first line of defense. We are facing a massive cyber challenge. Let’s meet it with clarity, responsibility, and resilience.

 

Key Objectives/Deliverables

Recognize the strategic importance of cybersecurity
Understand why cybersecurity is a non-negotiable investment in today’s business landscape.
Identify key cyber threats and their impact
Describe common threats such as phishing and IBAN switching, and explain how they exploit human error.
Apply principles of proactive cyber defense
Learn how to anticipate risks and implement preventive measures before incidents occur.
Implement access control best practices
Apply the principle of least privilege to limit unnecessary data exposure.
Evaluate third-party cybersecurity risks
Assess suppliers and partners for potential vulnerabilities in your ecosystem.
Promote a security-aware culture
Develop strategies to train and engage employees in cybersecurity awareness and response.
Understand the global nature of cybercrime
Recognize that cyber threats are borderless and require coordinated, responsible action.

 

About The Speaker

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Kiril Grigorov

 

Kiril Grigorov is CEO at CyberOne and CTO of European Digital Innovation Hub “Trakia”, Cyber4AllSTAR project, funded by the Digital Europe Programme. He also serves as a member of the Management Board of the Bulgarian Cybersecurity Organization and was part of the Board of Directors of the European Cybersecurity Organization (August 2004-June 2025).

 

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Information

Type of category: Events

Type of activity: Ways of Working

Date: 26 August 2025

Hour: Helsinki Timezone17:00 to 18:00

# of PDUs: 1

Price

Students: Free

Members: Free

Non members and Guests: Free

Original Sokos Hotel Tripla, Helsinki

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