Stories
of
digital
self-defence

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Real stories.
Real impact.

Cyberattacks are no longer just technical—they’re personal.
They target our trust, our habits, and our split-second decisions.

Behind every threat is a human story. Behind every defence, a choice. We bring those moments to light.

From everyday scams to high-stakes breaches, people across the world are sharing the moments that challenged them — and how they came out stronger.

Through their stories, we learn what it really takes to build a more resilient digital future. Together.

When a scam
sounds like family

Lacy Cannon received a call from someone posing as her grandson, urgently asking for bail money. The voice was eerily convincing — AI-generated and emotionally charged. But she paused, verified, and protected herself. Now, she’s sharing her story to help others recognize the signs and defend themselves

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Yasmine Douadi

A CEO Impersonation attempt

A phishing campaign impersonating Yasmine Douadi sparked alarm at Risk Intel HQ. But thanks to strong cyber awareness and a quick check-in, the team exposed the fraud before any damage was done. Now, Yasmine shares how they caught the scam — and what others can learn from it.

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Marcus

An account, almost taken

Marcus opened what looked like an official notice. Minutes later, his company’s Instagram was hijacked. Thanks to 2FA, the attackers were blocked — and the team bounced back fast. Now he’s sharing how a quick pause and strong protections made all the difference.

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Annalies

Stopping a company-wide threat

In her second week at a new job, Annalies received a strange email from the CFO. She trusted her instincts, reported it — and helped uncover a phishing attempt that had reached others too. Her quick action stopped it from spreading further.

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The power of people
to protect what matters

Today, countless people are impacted by cyber security challenges, with human-targeted incidents now accounting for 85% of data breaches globally (IBM).

Our mission is to build a global community united by real stories, shared awareness, and a focus on helping people feel more confident and in control in their digital lives.

Through honest conversations and collective action, we can build resilience — and shape a digital world where everyone has the power to protect what matters.

Share your story of
#digitalselfdefence

Faced a digital threat? Tell us what happened, how you responded — and what you learned.

Your experience could help someone else feel more prepared, more confident, and more in control online.

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Share your story of #digitalselfdefence

Faced a digital threat? Tell us what happened, how you responded — and what you learned.

Lessons from the frontlines
of cyber security

Cyber security is complex, high-pressure, and deeply human. These professionals are opening up about the moments that challenged them — and the lessons they carry forward. Their insights are here to remind you: you’re not alone. Every experience shared helps build a stronger, more human approach to security.

Andrew Rose

Let’s talk about stress

Andrew Rose, Chief Security Officer at SoSafe, reflects on the weight of leadership in cyber security — and why recognizing stress is essential to resilience.

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Jens Z.

Focus on education, not blame

Jens Z., CISO at HELM AG, emphasizes structured processes, continuous learning, and strong partnerships to build resilience against evolving cyber threats.

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Micheal Zimmermann

Create a safe space

Michael Zimmermann, IT Security Analyst at RIEKER GRUPPE, explains how a supportive environment encourages employees to report issues and ask questions, leading to better security practices.

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Peter Kunick

Lower the barrier of embarrassment

Peter Kunick, Referent IT at Igefa, shares why making space for honest mistakes is key to stronger security. When people feel safe to speak up, threats don’t stay hidden.

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Christian Emonts

Security is a team sport

Christian Emonts, Head of International Security at BPW, shares why cyber security isn’t a solo job. From encouraging open incident reporting to relying on the strength of his team, he believes trust and collaboration are what make defence possible.

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Bettina von Abercron

Learning starts with speaking up

Bettina von Abercron, Information Quality & Security Manager at Dr. BABOR, reflects on the challenge of building a culture where people feel safe to speak up. For her, normalizing mistakes is the key to preventing future incidents.

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Adele Jaskunaite

Be with a community

Adele Jaskunaite, Strategic Partnerships Manager at Nord Security, shares how staying connected with other cyber security professionals helps her navigate risk.

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Yousef Farchtisi

Build psychological resilience

Yousef Farschtschi, Director IT & Digital at Prokon, shares how leading through incidents taught him that resilience is all about mindset.

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