
Cyber Criminals Don’t Discriminate, Your Business Could Be Next!
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John McLoughlin, CEO of J2 Software and cybersecurity pioneer, talks to John Watson about the evolving landscape of cyber threats and the importance of viewing cybersecurity as a business risk rather than just an IT issue.
They discuss the necessity of building cyber resilience, the role of cyber insurance, and the impact of AI on both cybersecurity and cybercrime. McLoughlin shares insights on practical measures businesses can take to protect themselves and emphasizes the importance of community and networking in navigating the challenges of cybersecurity.
The conversation also touches on personal resilience and growth, as well as the journey of expanding J2 Software into new markets.
Connect with John Mc Loughlin here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/j2johnmcloughlin/
#therightplacepodcast #thelekkernetwork
John McLoughlin, CEO of J2 Software and cybersecurity pioneer, talks to John Watson about the evolving landscape of cyber threats and the importance of viewing cybersecurity as a business risk rather than just an IT issue.
They discuss the necessity of building cyber resilience, the role of cyber insurance, and the impact of AI on both cybersecurity and cybercrime. McLoughlin shares insights on practical measures businesses can take to protect themselves and emphasizes the importance of community and networking in navigating the challenges of cybersecurity.
The conversation also touches on personal resilience and growth, as well as the journey of expanding J2 Software into new markets.
Connect with John Mc Loughlin here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/j2johnmcloughlin/
#therightplacepodcast #thelekkernetwork
Chapters
- 00:00 Preview and Introduction
- 01:35 Cybersecurity Is A Business Risk Issue
- 04:12 The Evolving Threat Of Emails
- 06:24 Work From Home Doesn't Make You Safe
- 08:44 Cyber Criminals Don't Discriminate
- 12:39 Building Cyber Resilience Frameworks
- 16:10 How To Manage Cyber Insurance
- 18:12 AI in Cybersecurity: A Double-Edged Sword
- 21:28 A $10 Trillion Dollar Criminal Business!
- 25:40 Evolving Cyber Threats and Human Vulnerabilities
- 27:30 Building a Global Cybersecurity Business
- 30:29 Navigating Different Roles In Business and Life
- 32:14 Building Resilience Through Personal Challenges
- 36:13 The Importance of Relationships in Business
- 39:04 Getting Stuff Done in 2025
- 41:38 Finding Your Right Place
- 43:33 Why Did John Join The Lekker Network?





