7 Cybersecurity Tips for Individuals in 2026
Cybersecurity tips for individuals 2026 are no longer just about remembering to use strong passwords or being careful with suspicious emails. The risk environment has become more complex, phishing attacks are more convincing, and everyday digital habits now matter more than ever. That means practical cyber hygiene needs to keep evolving too. For individuals, the […]
5 Ways to Build Cyber Career Readiness in an AI-Enabled Workforce
Careers in cyber security are evolving quickly, and that means career readiness has to evolve too. Technical skills still matter, but they are no longer the whole story. As AI changes workflows, regulations shift, and employers rethink what high-performing teams need, cyber professionals are being asked to adapt faster, learn continuously, and bring a broader […]
The Impact of Generative AI on Critical Thinking in Cybersecurity
Generative AI in cybersecurity can accelerate research, summarize threat information, draft communications, and support faster decision-making. That value is real. But as AI becomes more embedded in daily workflows, leaders and practitioners also need to pay attention to a quieter risk: the erosion of critical thinking. The impact of generative AI on critical thinking matters […]
Why Workforce Development Is a Strategic Cybersecurity Issue
Cyber career readiness is not just a workforce issue. It is a strategic cybersecurity issue. As threats evolve, technology changes faster, and organizations compete for talent, the strength of the cybersecurity workforce becomes a direct factor in resilience, innovation, and long-term risk reduction. That is why workforce development deserves more attention in leadership conversations. When […]
Why Executive Cyber Literacy Matters More Than Ever
Executive cyber literacy is no longer optional. In an environment shaped by AI-enabled risk, identity-based attacks, third-party exposure, and constant digital change, leaders do not need to become technical experts—but they do need enough cyber fluency to make better decisions, ask stronger questions, and lead with confidence. That matters because cybersecurity is now deeply tied […]
Why Digital Safety Matters More Than Ever
Digital safety is no longer a niche concern reserved for security teams. It is a leadership issue, a workforce issue, and a community issue. As AI accelerates, identities become easier to spoof, and trust becomes harder to verify, organizations need a broader and more human-centered understanding of what digital safety really means. For leaders across […]
Digital Safety Is a Life Skill Now
And the Clock Is Already Running. Digital Safety Series | Post 1 of 5: Digital Safety for the Modern Professional In March 2025, a finance director at a multinational firm in Singapore joined what appeared to be a routine Zoom call with senior leadership. The CFO was on screen. Other executives appeared. Everyone looked right. […]
From Overwhelmed to Intentional: A Better Way to Approach Conferences
How to Prepare, Network, and Follow Through at Industry Events. Introduction Industry conferences are not for the weak. The first conference I ever attended was RSA 2007, and the feelings, sights, sounds, and unfortunately even the smells, live on in my memory. Somehow, I can forget to buy milk on the way home, but I […]
Be the Energy: Women, Cyber Warfare, and the Power of Community
When you sit with a woman who has quietly shaped the way nations think about cyber warfare, you don’t just hear about systems and exploits, you hear about grit, purpose, and community. In a recent conversation with a former NSA senior executive, Commandant of the National Cryptologic University, ISSA Hall of Fame inductee, and Cybersecurity […]
10 Cybersecurity Tips That Actually Matter in 2026
Cybersecurity threats evolve faster than most people’s defenses. The tactics that worked last year won’t protect you this year—and the attackers know it. Here are the cybersecurity tips that actually matter in 2026, based on current threat landscapes, real-world incidents, and what security professionals are seeing right now. 1. Use a Password Manager (Not Your […]