The most dangerous AI attacks don’t just break your systems, they break your trust in reality. From deepfakes that fooled a company into losing an enormous amount of money to data poisoning that silently corrupts AI models, today’s threats are unlike anything cybersecurity teams have faced before. Don’t wait for these threats to hit your organisation, get ahead of them now.

In this episode, Monica, a hacker turned CISO, keynote speaker, and founder of Monica Talks Cyber, reveals the dark side of AI and how you can protect your organisation while accelerating your security career. What you’ll learn: Why deepfakes are just the beginning of AI-based attacks? How data poisoning works (and why it’s so dangerous)? Practical defences: from AI supply chain security to human-in-the-loop protocols. How to position yourself as the AI security leader your company needs?

Looking to become an influential and effective security leader? Don't know where to start or how to go about it? Follow Monica Verma (LinkedIn) and Monica Talks Cyber (Youtube) for more content on cybersecurity, technology, leadership and innovation, and 10x your career. Subscribe to The Monica Talks Cyber newsletter at https://www.monicatalkscyber.com.

In 2025, it's not about degrees or certifications, it's about real skills, AI-readiness, and strategic thinking. In this episode, Monica, a board-certified cybersecurity leader with 20+ years of experience, breaks down the 5 biggest shifts shaping the cybersecurity job market right now.

• Why mindset and adaptability now outrank credentials
• How AI is redefining job roles and hiring criteria
• Why communication is the #1 skill for cybersecurity leaders
• How skill stacking gives you a salary and career edge
• How compliance and regulation are changing hiring in Europe and beyond

Whether you're an aspiring CISO, a security analyst, or pivoting into cybersecurity, this episode gives you the insights you won't hear anywhere else.

Looking to become an influential and effective security leader? Don't know where to start or how to go about it? Follow Monica Verma (LinkedIn) and Monica Talks Cyber (Youtube) for more content on cybersecurity, technology, leadership and innovation, and 10x your career. Subscribe to The Monica Talks Cyber newsletter at https://www.monicatalkscyber.com.

The Global AI Power Play Is Here, And It’s Already Shaping Your Career and Business. What if I told you that a $600 billion handshake in Saudi Arabia just reshaped the future of AI and your career, and most professionals have no idea? In this episode, I’ll show you what REALLY happened when Trump met with Elon Musk, Sam Altman, Nvidia’s CEO, and Middle Eastern leaders, and how their deal is already shifting the AI, cybersecurity, and business landscapes forever. We’ll dive into:

✅ The tech arms race and how it’s redefining power in 2025
✅ Why 3.5M cybersecurity jobs remain unfilled despite mass layoffs
✅ How AI is transforming careers, security, and global policies
✅ The 5 risks in AI that are creating new job roles and business models
✅ Why YOU are right on time, not too late for AI leadership opportunities

Whether you're a professional in cybersecurity, a business leader, or someone navigating this AI wave, this episode will help you stay ahead of the curve.

Looking to become an influential and effective security leader? Don't know where to start or how to go about it? Follow Monica Verma (LinkedIn) and Monica Talks Cyber (Youtube) for more content on cybersecurity, technology, leadership and innovation, and 10x your career. Subscribe to The Monica Talks Cyber newsletter at https://www.monicatalkscyber.com.