Security | Threat Detection | Cyberattacks | DevSecOps | Compliance

At this year’s Money20/20 Europe, the focus was clear and pragmatic. Three themes came through consistently: digital identity, stablecoins, and open banking. Each reflects a broader shift underway. Institutions are moving from exploration to implementation. Regulatory frameworks are taking shape. Infrastructure is evolving to meet new demands. These priorities emerged across our discussions with partners, customers, and colleagues—and signal where the market is heading.

This year at Stablecon 2025, I had the privilege of delivering the opening keynote on behalf of Fireblocks. We supported the inaugural event as title sponsor because we believe stablecoins are reaching a pivotal moment—and this gathering marked an important step toward shaping the conversations that will define the space. For us, it was also a moment to take stock of how far the ecosystem has come—and the role Fireblocks continues to play at the center of it.

At BSides312 in Chicago, experts showed that defending systems requires defending people, with trust, inclusion, and communication as key controls. Defense is deeply human.

PHP TEK 2025 revealed how empowering developers through clear, embedded security practices strengthens defenses without adding operational friction.

Discover why machine identities are the new security frontier from KuppingerCole EIC 2025. Learn about secrets sprawl, AI agents, and why traditional IAM fails to protect NHIs in this GitGuardian recap.

If you are at all involved in cybersecurity, then chances are you attended or talked to someone about the RSA Conference 2025. This year’s theme was “Many Voices, One Community” – a spot on description based on my experience. Yes, there were many voices – mostly talking AI, specifically agentic AI which is driving innovation and demand for security solutions.

The RSA Conference 2025 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco on April 28 – May 1, brought together over 44,000 cybersecurity professionals from around the world. This year’s event, marking the 34th annual flagship conference, placed significant emphasis on software supply chain security and secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices. From the keynotes, speaking sessions, and 1:1 conversations I had on the show floor, there were eight key themes that came up over and over again.