Deep dives, expert insights, and sharp analysis from leaders shaping the future of security. From cyber threats to physical risk management, these articles go beyond the headlines to explore the challenges and innovations defining the industry.
Psychological safety isn’t a soft HR concept — it’s a core security capability. By the time an issue becomes an investigation, the damage is often already done. Chris Anquist explores how culture shapes early reporting, risk visibility, and ultimately, organisational resilience.
AI agents are being embedded into our workflows faster than we can secure them. From hidden prompt injections to SCADA manipulation, this piece explores how “agent social engineering” is turning productivity tools into insider threats — and what security teams must do now
Ethics in security isn’t a nice-to-have - it’s the line between protecting people and becoming a risk ourselves. Eva reflects on how ethical boundaries are tested under pressure, why “legal” doesn’t always mean “right”, and how trust, dignity, and accountability have to stay at the centre of decision-making in an increasingly volatile world.
As deepfake-enabled fraud becomes more automated, scalable, and sophisticated, organisations are being forced to rethink how they approach trust, verification, and human risk. In this Security Trends for 2026 Q&A, Aarti Samani examines why deepfakes are no longer a niche technology threat, how social engineering and broken processes are being exploited at scale, and what real resilience looks like in an era of autonomous fraud.
As the terrorism threat becomes more complex we are being challenged to rethink how preparedness and protection are approached. In this Security Outlook 2026 Q&A, Catherine Ling explores how terrorism and counter-terrorism are evolving together, why public awareness and organisational readiness matter more than ever, and how policy, preparedness, and culture will shape resilience in the year ahead.
As security risks become increasingly interconnected, organisations are being forced to rethink how they understand and manage exposure. In this Security Outlook 2026 Q&A, Dr John Akerele explores why compounded risk, human factors, and organisational culture now matter as much as technical controls - and why adaptability, curiosity, and presilience will define effective security in the years ahead.
The security landscape is shifting from standalone systems to integrated digital ecosystems. As we look toward 2026, the challenge for organisations isn't the technology itself, but the maturity of their governance and design. This interview explores why we must move beyond the hype of AI, the importance of supply chain transparency, and why the future of security is fundamentally human-centric.
The security industry is changing fast, and recruitment is struggling to keep up. Skills shortages, shifting expectations, and evolving roles are forcing both employers and candidates to rethink how they approach careers in security. This article reflects on where the profession is now, what’s driving these pressures, and why culture, development, and flexibility matter more than ever when building sustainable security teams.
Compliance in protective security is rarely as simple as applying a standard “as written.” This playbook by Adriaan Bosch provides a structured method to interpret requirements, test them against operational reality, and refine them without losing intent. It can be used alongside AI decision-support tools to strengthen judgement, improve governance clarity, and make compliance practical, defensible, and sustainable.