The KYND Podcast

Episode 010 The KYND #StopTheBad Podcast: Are you a cyber target?

Being among the world's largest and fastest-growing categories of crime, cyber-attacks have quickly become of great concern for businesses of all shapes and sizes across the globe. However, despite the increased focus on business security in the ever-evolving digital threat landscape, there are still quite a few myths about cyber-attacks that can prevent safeguarding yourself and your business effectively. In the newest episode of #TheKYNDPodcast, KYND's Product Manager, Will Hesselmann, and Sakhawat Hussein, KYND's Cyber Security Risk Analyst, joined Melanie Hayes to bust some of the most common cyber misconceptions existing in the business world and reveal valuable, practical tips on how to avoid being a cyber target.

At KYND, we’re always here to help! If you would like to find out more about how KYND’s pioneering cyber risk management technology can help protect your business against the rapidly growing cyber threat landscape, please get in touch.

Episode 009 The KYND #StopTheBad Podcast: Are cyber risks in aviation reaching new altitudes?

Supporting 65.5 million jobs around the globe and transporting over a third of world trade by value, the aviation industry forms a critical part of the global economy and infrastructure. But the rapid digitisation of the sector, whilst providing numerous undeniable benefits for passengers and customers, has also introduced a wide range of new cyber risks – making the industry a particularly attractive target for attackers.  

In the latest episode of #TheKYNDPodcast, KYND’s CEO, Andy Thomas, and our very special guest experts - John Head of Ed Broking and Bill Parnell of PIIQ, joined Melanie Hayes to discuss some of the key cyber threats endangering aviation, how the industry is rising to the challenge and share their best practice advice for aerospace companies to help them bolster their cyber resilience.

The areas covered include:

• Just how serious the threat of emerging cyber risks is in the aviation industry
• What are the key factors making the sector a prime target for cybercriminals
• Real-life aviation cyber security breaches examples and its far-reaching impacts
• Brokers' perspective on the rising risk of cybercrime for the industry
• The proactive steps aviation companies should take to mitigate the risks and bolster their defences.

At KYND, we're always here to help! If you would like to find out more about how KYND can help protect your business against similar threats discussed in the episode, please get in touch.

Episode 008 The KYND #StopTheBad Podcast: Do SMEs really need to worry about cyber risks?

Although it’s usually high-profile cyber security breaches of well-known corporations that make the headlines, this doesn’t imply that small to medium-sized businesses are immune against cyber-attacks. On the contrary, opportunistic cyber criminals increasingly target SMEs in their pursuit of financial gain. But why is that?

To get to the root of the problem, tune in to our newest episode of #TheKYNDPodcast, where KYND’s CEO, Andy Thomas, and our guest expert, Andy Bates, Executive Director of Global Cyber Alliance, joined Melanie Hayes to discuss just how vulnerable SMEs are in the face of the rapidly evolving cybercrime industry, and share some valuable advice on what key preventive measures businesses should take to reduce the risk of falling prey to such threats.

The areas covered include:

• Why SMEs are a bigger target than they think and what makes them particularly attractive for cybercriminals
• The far-reaching implications and hidden costs of cyber-attacks to businesses
• The most prevalent cyber threats and trends SMEs are currently facing
• The proactive steps SMEs should take to protect themselves again the ever-growing threat

At KYND, we're always here to help! If you would like to find out more about exactly how KYND can help protect your business against the ever-increasing cyber threats, please get in touch.

Episode 007 The KYND #StopTheBad Podcast: Cyber risks in maritime - sinking or swimming?

With more than 90% of the world’s trade goods being carried by shipping, it’s hardly a surprise that such a vital sector for the global economy has become a highly attractive target for cybercriminals. 

So tune into 2021’s first episode of the #TheKYNDPodcast, where we’re joined by KYND’s CEO, Andy Thomas, and our very special guest, Anthony Hess, CEO of Asceris, to tackle the latest cyber threats and challenges impacting the sector today and share the keys step marine organisations should take to protect against cyber exposures on board vessels and onshore, and stay ahead of the curve.

The areas covered include:

• What exactly makes the maritime industry a prime target for cybercriminals
  
• The most prevalent cybersecurity-related challenges faced by the sector
  
• Real-life cyber-attack examples against the marine sector and its far-reaching impacts
  
• The proactive measures marine organisations should take to curb cyber threats

At KYND, we're always here to help! If you would like to find out more about exactly how KYND can help protect your business against the ever-evolving threat landscape, please get in touch.

Episode 006 The KYND #StopTheBad Podcast: Cyber Risk Management vs Cyber Insurance - is one better than the other?

With an astonishing 88% of UK businesses experiencing a cyber breach in the last 12 months, the importance of a proactive approach to cybersecurity has never been greater. But between 'Cyber Insurance' and 'Cyber Risk Management' - which is actually better when it comes to safeguarding your business from digital threats? To find out the answer, we've invited KYND's Broker Expert, Ben Duffy, and our very special guest William Wright, partner at Paragon, to share their invaluable insights and expert advice in the latest episode of the KYND Podcast.

The areas covered include:

• The importance of cyber risk management in the current cyber threat landscape
• The role of cyber insurance in managing and mitigating cyber risks
• The benefits of a holistic approach in achieving effective cyber resilience
• The proactive steps companies should take to mitigate the risks

At KYND, we're always here to help! If you would like to find out more about how KYND can help protect your business against the ever-evolving threat landscape, please get in touch.

Episode 005 The KYND #StopTheBad Podcast: Does the construction industry need cyber insurance?

With the rise of cyber-attacks now costing firms billions globally, are construction businesses also in the crosshairs of cybercriminals? In the latest episode of #TheKYNDPodcast our Head of Business Development, Ben Francis, and our very special guests - David Garrad and Laurence Owens from Specialist Risk Insurance Solutions, join us to share their expert insights into the most significant cyber threats posing substantial risks to the construction industry.

The areas covered include:

•  What makes the construction sector an attractive target for cybercriminals
• Real-life cyber-attack examples on high-profile construction companies and its far-reaching impacts
• The crucial benefits of having tailor-made cyber insurance in the event of a cyber incident or breach
• The proactive steps companies should take to mitigate the risks

At KYND, we're always here to help! If you would like to find out more about how KYND can help protect your business against the ever-evolving threat landscape, please get in touch.

Episode 004 The KYND #StopTheBad Podcast: KYND's secret sauce and a little of what we have learned while trying to create it

In the latest episode of the KYND #StopTheBad Podcast, our CTO, Luke Wilson-Mawer and Head of Engineering, Paulo Ferreira joined Melanie Hayes to go back in time to where it all started, delving into some of the biggest challenges faced when building the innovative cyber risk technology, and give a fascinating glimpse into the powerful technology that powers KYND. Tune in now to find out more!

At KYND, we're always here to help! If you would like to find out more about how KYND’s pioneering technology can help protect your business against ever-evolving cyber threats, just get in touch.

Episode 003 The KYND #StopTheBad Podcast: Fraud and cyber vulnerabilities in UK independent schools

Following the recent release of KYND’s research into "Fraud and vulnerabilities impacting the Top 200 UK Independent Schools", produced with Crowe UK and the University of Portsmouth's Centre for Counter Fraud Studies, we invited KYND's Head of Product and Operations, Tom Fry, and our special guest Eoghan Daly, Crowe UK's Director of Forensic Services, to analyse the disturbing findings of the research and share their expert advice to help you and your business counteract the increasing risks of similar threats.

The areas covered include: 

• What exactly makes private schools a particularly attractive niche for cybercriminals
• Email impersonation scams and what steps to take to avoid falling victim to email spoofing
• The ever-evolving threat of ransomware 
• The risks of running outdated software or services with well-known vulnerabilities 

At KYND, we're always here to help, so if you're concerned about any of the areas discussed in our podcast, and want to know on how we can help your business stay protected - please get in touch.

Episode 002 The KYND #StopTheBad Podcast: Why cyber insurance is a necessity, not a luxury!

In this week's podcast, listen to our latest discussion with Ben Duffy, KYND's Broker Expert, and our special guest Carl Oliver, Beazley's Cyber Underwriter, on why cyber insurance is no longer an optional luxury for businesses of all sizes, and how the right cover can benefit in bolstering your business' cyber resilience.

The areas covered include:

• Why cyber insurance is often seen as a low priority to SMEs
• The myth of SMEs' immunity against cybercrime, and the risks they're facing
• The steps organisations should take to mitigate the risks
• Key considerations for purchasing the right cyber insurance

At KYND, we're always here to help! If you would like to find out more about how KYND can help protect your business against ever-evolving cyber threats, please get in touch.

Episode 001 The KYND #StopTheBad Podcast: Ransomware

In this first episode of the KYND #StopTheBad Podcast, Andy Thomas, KYND's CEO, and cyber expert and author Gareth Fraser-King joined Melanie Hayes to discuss the growing risk of ransomware attacks, how to understand exactly how cybercriminals can exploit an organisation's vulnerabilities, and what measures businesses should put in place to curb ransomware.

The areas covered included:

• What actually is ransomware and the ways it operates 
• Real-life ransomware examples and its far-reaching impacts
• The most prevalent ransomware attack methods
• The steps organisations should take to mitigate the risk of ransomware attacks

At KYND, we're always here to help! If you would like to find out more about how to defend yourself and your business against the growing threat of ransomware, check out our recent blog.