Name: Cyber Myth Busting: Blasting Common Misconceptions
Start: 2023-06-14T16:00:00Z
End: 2023-06-14T16:01:00.000Z
Location: BrightTALK
Rating: 4.6

Akamai is the cybersecurity and cloud computing company that powers and protects business online. Global enterprises trust Akamai to provide the industry-leading reliability, scale, and expertise they need to grow their business. Visit akamai.com. 

As apps and APIs span across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid environments, consistent protection is essential - but complex. Join us for a deep dive into Akamai App & API Protector Hybrid, and see how you can extend trusted WAAP capabilities beyond the Edge.

What You’ll Learn:
- How to unify WAF policy enforcement across all environments
- Ways to secure East-West and North-South traffic with built-in resiliency
- Strategies to simplify operations and reduce vendor complexity

Whether you're modernising your infrastructure or looking to close gaps in your existing WAF approach, this session will give you practical insights to help protect applications and APIs wherever they reside.

Speaker:
Rahul Mavila, Senior Product Manager, Akamai

Register now to secure your spot.

Extend WAF Protection Across Environments

For financial institutions like CMC Markets, resilience means more than compliance — it ensures real-time availability for customers. With DORA now in effect and recurrent threats like distributed denial of service (DDoS) and credential abuse still ever-present, a proactive security strategy is essential.

Join Bryan Glick (Computer Weekly), Phil Yeo (CMC Markets), and Richard Meeus (Akamai) as they explore:

• DORA — Can new regulations help or hinder organisations’ goals for availability and 100% uptime?
• Defending against DDoS and credential attacks — How to ensure security without false positives
• The role of managed security services — How to extend in-house capabilities with expertise and strategy
 
Learn how CMC Markets enhances security, why they are moving key services to the edge, and how they ensure seamless availability.
 
Moderator: Bryan Glick, Editor in chief, Computer Weekly
Speakers:
• Phil Yeo, Head of Security, CMC Markets
• Richard Meeus, Director of Security Technology and Strategy EMEA, Akamai

How CMC Markets Builds Cyber Resilience & Security

As generative AI evolves, so do the threats. In this special half-hour episode of The SIG Download, host Tricia Howard is joined by Akamai’s Senior Security Researcher Ofir Shen to expose how shadow AI and malicious AI are being weaponized - and how defenders can keep up.

They’ll break down the latest AI-driven threats observed in the last 30 days and explore how behavior-based analysis helps detect stealthy attacks before damage is done.

Register now to secure your place.

SIG Download: Episode 20 - Inside the Mind of Malicious AI: Defending Against Shadow Threats

Holiday traffic brings big opportunities - and bigger risks. Just 100 ms of added latency can cut sales by 1%, while slowdowns lead to 22% cart abandonment. With nearly half of eCommerce traffic from Google Search, performance issues hurt both sales and SEO.

In this webinar, Akamai Cloud experts share three key strategies to help you thrive during peak season:

-  Distributed architecture to reduce latency and boost revenue
- Virtual waiting rooms to manage demand without sacrificing UX
- Full-stack observability to catch issues before they cost you

Learn how leading retailers stay fast, stable, and profitable when it matters most.

Register now to secure your spot!

Surviving the Holiday Rush: Strategies for Peak Traffic Success

When downtime means lost revenue, damaged reputation, and broken customer trust, resilience isn’t optional — it’s essential.
 
In this webinar, Bryan Glick (Computer Weekly) speaks with Richard Meeus (Akamai) about what it takes to build and maintain cyber resilience at scale. From managing high-volume traffic to tackling sophisticated bot and ransomware attacks, and securing customer data, you’ll hear how organisations can deliver seamless performance and security under pressure.
 
What you’ll learn:
- How to prepare for —  and thrive in —  peak trading periods
- Real-world examples of stopping bots, fraud, and ransomware
- Lessons in scaling resilience across complex digital ecosystems

Moderator: Bryan Glick, Editor in Chief, Computer Weekly
Speaker: Richard Meeus, Director of Security Technology and Strategy EMEA, Akamai

Don’t miss these actionable insights — register now!

Cyber Resilience at Scale: Staying Online When It Matters Most

In 2025, ransomware and DDoS attacks continue to threaten Europe’s public institutions — disrupting critical services, undermining operational stability, and eroding public trust.

This on-demand session brings together real-world cyber defence insights from the Ukrainian front line. Hear directly from Akamai and Ukrainian cyber leaders as they share the impact of attacks on public infrastructure and the strategic responses that have helped ensure continuity and resilience.

Watch now to learn how today’s public sector can remain secure, trusted, and operational — no matter the threat.

Featuring:
- Oleksandr Rudenko, Deputy Head, Ukrainian State Cyber Protection Centre (SCPC)
- Yevhen Bryksin, Deputy Chief, CERT-UA
- Ihor Kulykivskyi, Head of Department, Ukrainian State Cyber Protection Centre (SCPC)
- Richard Meeus, Director of Security Technology and Strategy, Akamai

Don’t miss their actionable insights — watch the recording now.

Cyber Lessons: Defending Europe’s Front Line

Le API sono oggi il fulcro dell'integrazione tra applicazioni, dati e servizi, ma con l'espansione dell'AI crescono anche i rischi di attacchi sofisticati. In questo webinar analizzeremo le nuove minacce automatizzate potenziate dall'AI, come proteggere efficacemente le API con soluzioni innovative che sfruttano  anche l'AI e perché è fondamentale adottare un approccio multilivello alla sicurezza.

La sicurezza delle API nell’era dell’Intelligenza Artificiale

In this episode of The SIG Download, host Tricia Howard is joined by Mark Whitehead, CEO and Co-Founder of NDAY Security. Watch as they chat about the recent ransomware attacks hitting the retail sector, zero-day attacks, social engineering, the role of AI, and more.

SIG Download: Episode 19 - The Hunt Is On – Exposing Threats Before They Strike

Compliance isn’t just about ticking boxes—it’s a cornerstone of long-term resilience and stronger security.
 
As regulations like DORA reshape the landscape and cyber threats grow in sophistication, security leaders must reframe compliance as a strategic opportunity, not just an obligation.
 
Join Bryan Glick (Computer Weekly) and Richard Meeus (Akamai) as they discuss how organisations can align compliance with security goals, strengthen resilience, and stay ahead of risk. Learn how to turn regulatory pressure into a security advantage—and what it takes to prove your controls are truly effective.
 
What you’ll learn:
• How to align security and compliance strategies
• Proactive risk management to prevent breaches
• How to use regulations as a catalyst for resilience

Moderator: Bryan Glick, Editor in chief, Computer Weekly
Speaker: Richard Meeus, Director of Security Technology and Strategy EMEA, Akamai

Compliance & Cyber Resilience: Strengthening Security in a Regulated World

Observability isn’t just an IT function - it’s a strategic advantage. In this on-demand webinar, Bryan Glick (Computer Weekly) is joined by experts from Akamai and Hydrolix to unpack how organisations are turning observability into a powerful tool for driving growth, resilience, and smarter decision-making.

Watch now to learn:
- How to turn observability into a business growth engine
- Strategies to reduce costs, boost resilience, and accelerate digital transformation
- Practical ways to align observability with core KPIs for maximum business impact

Whether you're in IT, operations, or strategy—these are insights you don’t want to miss.

Moderator:
Bryan Glick, Editor in Chief, Computer Weekly

Speakers:
- Dominick Ash, Regional Services Director, EMEA, Hydrolix
- James Brown, Senior Director, Field Product Management, Akamai
- John Bradshaw, Director of Cloud Computing Technology and Strategy, EMEA, Akamai

Observability for Business Leaders: From Cost Center to Competitive Advantage

In this special half-hour episode of The SIG Download, host Tricia Howard is joined by Elliott Peterson (U.S. Department of Defense) and Chad Seaman (Akamai SIRT) for an inside look at the evolving DDoS threat landscape.

SIG Download: Episode 18 - Fighting DDoS on the Front Lines

Navigating the complex landscape of cloud solutions is a critical decision with far-reaching implications for your business. Understanding the strengths and trade-offs of hybrid, public, and private clouds is essential to building a strategy that aligns with your organisation’s needs.

Watch this insightful on-demand EcoCast, where top cloud experts from Akamai explore the advantages and key considerations of each cloud model. Discover practical tools, tips, and best practices to help you craft the ideal cloud strategy for your infrastructure.

Key Takeaways:
- Hybrid, Public & Private Clouds – Understand the unique benefits and challenges of each cloud model.
- Strategic Cloud Decision-Making – Learn how to align cloud solutions with your business objectives.
- Optimising Performance & Cost – Explore ways to balance scalability, efficiency, and budget considerations.
- Security & Compliance – Ensure your cloud strategy meets regulatory and security requirements.
- Expert Insights & Best Practices – Gain actionable guidance from industry leaders to refine your cloud approach.

Watch on demand now to gain the knowledge and strategies needed to make informed cloud decisions for your business.

Hybrid/Public/Private Clouds: Which Cloud is Right for Your Infrastructure?

Discover how cloud technology is reshaping industries, driving innovation, boosting efficiency, and enhancing competitiveness. In this insightful EcoCast, industry experts reveal how businesses can strategically adopt the cloud to streamline operations and stay ahead of the curve.

Key Takeaways:
- Cloud as a Competitive Advantage – See how organisations are leveraging the cloud to scale, innovate, and optimise operations.
- Seamless Cloud Migration – Learn best practices for smooth migration and hybrid cloud management.
- Maximising ROI – Explore strategies to optimise cloud investments while managing costs effectively.
- Security & Compliance in the Cloud – Ensure robust security and regulatory compliance in a cloud-first environment.
- Future-Proofing Your Business – Understand how cloud technology enables long-term agility and growth.

Watch now to gain expert insights and unlock the full potential of the cloud!

The Cloud-Powered Enterprise: Creating Business Value

In this episode Tricia is joined by special guest Maor Dahan to talk about cryptomining malware and attacker tactics, and strategies to detect and combat cryptominers.

SIG Download: Episode 17 - Spring-Cleaning for Cybersecurity: Eliminating Hidden Risks

Explore the key findings from Akamai’s 2024 API Impact Report, which examines critical trends in API usage and security across Germany, the UK, and the USA. As APIs increasingly dominate web traffic, they have become prime targets for cyber threats such as credential stuffing, bot-driven attacks, and data exfiltration.

In this on-demand session, we analyse the rapid growth of API traffic, the surge in API abuse, and how attack patterns vary across key global regions. Gain valuable insights into the unique security challenges businesses face and discover actionable strategies to protect your API infrastructure, mitigate emerging threats, and enhance resilience against evolving cyber risks.

API Trends Across Borders: Comparing Germany, UK, and The United States in Akamai's API Impact Report

To thrive, enterprises must become real-time businesses. According to an MIT | CISR study, companies excelling in ‘real-time-ness’ achieve 62% higher revenue growth and 97% higher profit margins.

Enterprises need to leverage AI to address critical events in real-time, but centralised cloud architectures pose challenges in a distributed business. How can they harness real-time intelligence to drive operational efficiency and growth in this context?

Join Bryan Glick (Computer Weekly), Dolo Miah (Linebreak), and John Bradshaw (Akamai) in this fireside chat as they explore:

- Why real-time matters – To improve enterprise situational awareness and the ability to respond dynamically. 
- Overcoming cloud limitations – How distributed and edge computing enable real-time decision-making.
- Real-world applications – Advanced Predictive Maintenance, Human-in-the-Loop AI, Adaptive AI, and Gen AI at the edge.
- Industry impact – Manufacturing, retail, logistics, healthcare, energy, and more.
- Getting started – Practical steps to becoming a real-time enterprise.

Watch now on-demand and future-proof your business!

Speakers:
- John Bradshaw, Director of Cloud Computing Technology and Strategy, EMEA, Akamai
- Dolo Miah, CEO, Linebreak
- Bryan Glick, Editor in Chief, Computer Weekly

Learn more about Linebreak: https://www.linebreak.io

Why Successful Enterprises Are Real-Time Businesses

Watch our on-demand panel discussion with Bryan Glick, Editor in Chief at Computer Weekly, as we explore the key trends shaping cloud innovation in 2025. Discover how AI integration, edge-native applications, and distributed cloud are transforming strategies across EMEA. Gain actionable insights on application modernisation, cost optimisation, and real-world success stories to help your organisation thrive.

Key Takeaways:
- How regional challenges are driving cloud adoption
- Distributed cloud’s role in AI and performance optimisation
- Strategies for modernising applications and cutting costs

Watch now on-demand!

State of Cloud 2025: Navigating EMEA’s Cloud Revolution

In this episode Tricia chats with Akamai security researcher Ori David. Their discussions cover process injection attacks, the Linux attack surface, and how to protect it, Don't miss these crucial insights into the latest cybersecurity threats!

SIG Download: Episode 14 - Fa-la-la-la-Linux: Process Injection Isn’t Just for Windows

No one is a stranger to the complexity of cyber. And with confusion, comes misconception.

In this special episode of The (Security) Balancing Act, Diana Kelley and cyber experts will sit down, and deep dive into the common cyber myths.

Does compliance equal security? Is data safer on-prem than in the cloud? Will AI take our jobs? What misconceptions drive you crazy? Bring your best myths and join Diana Kelley and guests as we decipher common cyber myths in a bid to clear up the confusion.

Cyber Myth Busting: Blasting Common Misconceptions

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