Ben Meyer
The CIO articles6
Cyber resilience is no longer just about stopping attacks. It is about proving you can respond
A recent town hall discussion highlighted a hard truth for technology leaders. Cyber security is no longer judged only by prevention, but by how well an organisation can detect, contain and recover when something goes wrong.
Iran cyber threat assessment for UK companies after Operation Epic Fury
A CIO ready assessment of the most likely Iran linked cyber activity affecting UK organisations after Operation Epic Fury, with immediate actions for the next 72 hours and resilience priorities for the next 30 days.
Strengthening trust: what the NCSC’s new toolkit means for the financial sector
The Cyber Action Toolkit and Supply Chain Commitment raise resilience standards across financial services, helping IFAs and brokers protect clients and reputation alike.
Celebrating stories not slogans
Cyber awareness sticks when we celebrate the people who got it right. Real stories of quick thinking and early reporting shape culture more than any campaign slogan.
The Dawn of AI-Powered Ransomware: Inside “PromptLock” and What It Means for Cybersecurity
The discovery of PromptLock – the first AI-powered ransomware – signals a new era in cyber threats. By leveraging local large language models, this proof of concept marks a turning point in how ransomware can adapt, evade, and scale beyond traditional defences.
Investing in Potential: Why Apprenticeships Deserve a Seat at the Tech Table
Apprenticeships offer a powerful, underused route into ICT and cyber roles by focusing on real-world capability over credentials. Ben Meyer argues that tech leaders must invest in potential to build diverse, resilient teams equipped for the challenges ahead.