Policing in the Digital Age: AI, Security & the Future of Law Enforcement

In this episode, Mike Gillespie is joined by Advent IM Security Consultant, Michael Hayes, as they explore the evolving role of technology in policing, from data-driven decision-making to the adoption of AI. We discuss the benefits and challenges of digital systems in law enforcement, the significance of the NPCC AI Covenant, and the ethical and operational considerations surrounding AI deployment. Additionally, we examine how Secure by Design principles ensure that new technologies meet policing standards for security and reliability. Tune in as we unpack the future of policing in the digital age.

Securing the Future: 2025 Predictions for Cybersecurity

Join host Mike Gillespie as he dives into bold predictions for the 2025 security landscape with Advent IM directors Ellie Hurst and Dave Wharton. From evolving ransomware tactics and cloud computing advancements to the transformative role of AI, this episode delivers expert insights on the challenges and opportunities shaping the digital world. Stay ahead of the curve and uncover what’s next in cybersecurity innovation.

Shaping the Future: Empowering Women in the Security Industry

In this episode Ellie Hurst ASyI is joined by Liz Lloyd, the organiser of the Women in Security Academy, as they dive into the impact of the Women in Security Academy, Awards and wider Community, highlighting the importance of visibility and mentorship for women in the industry. Liz discusses her hopes for the Academy’s future and vision for a more inclusive security landscape.

Bridging the Cyber Skills Gap: The Future of Outsourced Security Solutions

In today’s fast-evolving threat landscape, organisations are struggling to fill critical cyber roles, making skilled talent harder to find. In this episode, we are joined by Advent IM Head of Outsourcing (Andrew Commins) and Delivery Director (Dave Wharton), who dive into the realities of the cybersecurity skills gap, exploring how outsourcing, not just offshoring, can bridge these gaps effectively. Learn why traditional recruitment can’t keep up and discover how Advent IM Outsourced Solutions delivers a new level of managed security expertise, designed to meet complex client demands from tailored project support to complete security teams on demand.

Secure by Design (SbD): Risk & Resilience ft. Kingston Technology

Join us in the latest Risk & Business episode to discuss Secure by Design (SbD) with guest contributor, Rob Allen from Kingston Technology.

Governance and Security: From State Interference to Global Threats

In this episode of the Risk & Business podcast, we are joined by Philip Ingrim and Scott Wesley to discuss the dynamics of the modern nation-state, exploring the multifaceted issues of state interference, the election, and emerging threats from overseas.

Part 2 Navigating Trauma and Mental Health

In this second part, we continue diving deep into the essential topic of mental health and support for our armed forces and ex-armed forces with Paul Minter from Head Up Charity. In the 2 Part podcast, alongside the conversation of mental health, we explore different forms of trauma and share valuable insights on how to manage it, and how to offer a helping hand to anyone who has experienced trauma, in particular childhood trauma with Kharina Kharran.

Navigating Trauma and Mental Health

In this episode, we're diving deep into the essential topic of mental health and support for our armed forces and ex-armed forces with Paul Minter from Head Up Charity. In the 2 Part podcast, alongside the conversation of mental health, we explore different forms of trauma and share valuable insights on how to manage it, and how to offer a helping hand to anyone who has experienced trauma, in particular childhood trauma with Kharina Kharran.

Outsource in Action: Case Study Chat

In this podcast, Mike Gillespie is joined by Advent IM’s Dave Wharton to discuss our new service ‘Advent IM Outsource’.

Money vs Education - Which one would lead to better security?

In this podcast, Mike Gillespie is joined by Robert Allen from Kingston Technology. They discuss a range of topics, including the changes to hybrid working and the post covid era.

Podcast | Culture and Behaviours in the Workplace

Culture and Behaviours in the Workplace

One of the organisations seeking to improve security culture is the MoD which is looking at how to change behaviour in order to change culture.

PODCAST | Moving Security Away From Rules

Moving Security Away From Rules

Join Mike, Ellie and special guest, Paul Oughton, Head of UK Security Operations, Lockheed Martin as they consider the move of security from inflexible rules and instead, into practical principles.

PODCAST | Advent IM's 20th Birthday

Advent IM's 20th Birthday

Happy 20th Birthday to Advent IM! In this podcast Mike Gillespie and Julia McCarron discuss their journey from the beginning of Advent IM, to what the future holds for us.

PODCAST | Women in Security

Women in Security

Mike Gillespie celebrates the incredible Ellie Hurst, finalist and WINNER of the Contribution to Industry Award at the Professional Security - Women in Security Awards 2022.

PODCAST | Changes to the workplace

Changes to the Workplace

Ellie Hurst, Olivia Lawlor Blackburn and Liz Kentish of Kentish and Co, discuss the changes to the workplace environment over the last two years from the point of view of Facilities Management. Do you think there will be a great return to the office?

PODCAST | Intellectual Property

Intellectual Property - Wynne Jones IP

A discussion with Mike Gillespie and Wynne Jones IP on intellectual property.

PODCAST | British Ex - Forces in Business

British Ex-Forces in Business

Discussion with Mike Gillespie and guests, on their military career and transition into civilian life ahead of the British Ex Forces in Business Awards on December 2nd

PODCAST | Biometrics, Privacy and War

Biometrics, Privacy and War

Discussion about lost biometric data in Afghanistan and the impact on lives. Includes wider discussion of poor data governance in all walks of life and its ramifications

PODCAST: Information Security people in the boardroom?

Information Security people in the boardroom?

A team discussion on the level of interaction and need for security people in boardrooms and with business leaders

PODCAST: The Future of Security Events

The Future of Security Events

Discussing what happened in 2020 to events and the future of security exhibitions and conferences. For those looking to see the Women In Security Awards mentioned in the podcast... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UaQbJ01VN3w

PODCAST FireEye and the Nation State attack

FireEye and the Nation State Attack

Thoughts from Mike Gillespie on how this could impact businesses

PODCAST: Ransomware plus Data Protection post-Brexit with Chris Recker from Trowers & Hamlins

The changes observed in ransomware behaviour and level as well as discussion of data protection post-brexit

Security and Data Protection in the Physical

Mini podcast- phsycial security and data protection during reduced occupancy times

Ransomware and CNI

Growth in ransomware attacks and the the shift toward much bigger targets and pay offs. Chat with Mike and Ellie.

The State of the Nation State

In this episode we chew the fat with Phil Ingram MBE and look at the escalation of nation state activity and how it affects everyone’s every day lives, both digitally through cyber attacks and in real life such as the Salisbury poisonings.

Security and Covid-19 Challenges

Podcast: security during the pandemic

A look at the changes COVID-19 has bought about for businesses during lockdown

Government Digital Transformation

Podcast: Government Digital Transformation

Mike Gillespie and Dave Wharton...Discussion of where we are with Digital Transformation.

Just a Data Protection Minute

Test your speed and data protection knowledge against the team!

2019 Over the Shoulder

Podcast: 2019 Over the Shoulder

A look back at the year that was 2019

Cybercrime and cryptocurrencies

Podcast: Cyber crime and Cryptocurrencies

Guest - Chris Recker from Trowers & Hamlins tallking with Mike about joint perspectives on cyber crime: legal/security

Cybercrime and Police part 1

Discussion with Patrick McBrearty from Cyber ROCU for West Midlands Police

On the Record(s)

On the Records

Rowenna Fielding, Emily Overton, Sarah Clarke and Mike - Infosec, privacy, data protection and records management - all up for discussion, including the relationships between the disciplines...

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Policing in the Digital Age: AI, Security & the Future of Law Enforcement

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Shaping the Future: Empowering Women in the Security Industry