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Strategic insights on blockchain, AI, security, leadership, and career in an age of disruption.
Crypto Settlement: Why Banks Win, Intermediaries Lose
Blockchain disruption targets clearing and settlement, not banks themselves. Firms controlling regulatory trust and technical reliability will dominate the next five years.
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Your Power Law: Where AI Actually Changes Time
Pareto's 80/20 rule reveals most productivity advice optimizes the wrong things. Discover how AI agents reclaim hours by automating maintenance tasks in your time's "head."
AI Ate Entry-Level Jobs—Now We Need Apprenticeships
AI automation is eliminating the grunt work that built professional judgment in junior employees. Leaders must rebuild structured apprenticeships to develop the next generation of decision-makers.
Why AI Agents Are Making Beautiful Decks Obsolete
As AI agents become primary document readers, polished presentations lose value. Structured, machine-legible formats like HTML and Markdown now outperform designed assets.
Quantum Computing's Hidden Opportunity in Drug Discovery
Quantum computing can accelerate drug discovery by simulating molecular interactions classical computers can't model. Learn why pharma leaders should balance security risks with transformative R&D potential.
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Why I Turned Down A Security Job at Playboy
Discover why the author turned down a security job at Playboy, prioritizing career growth and company values over glamour. Learn insights on making pivotal career decisions in his new podcast.
Announcing the Building a Life and Career in Security Podcast
Discover inspiring career journeys in the "Building a Life and Career in Security Podcast." Each episode features interviews with security pros, exploring pivotal career decisions and lessons learned. Subscribe now!
Don’t Go to Hacker Cons
Unlock true career growth in security by broadening your skillset beyond hacker cons. Focus on management, communication, and strategic skills to elevate your career to the next level.
How to Broaden Your Knowledge
Discover strategies to expand your tech and business acumen beyond deep security expertise. Learn how to effectively grow your knowledge in your spare time with this insightful video guide.
Finding a Job in Information Security
Discover why aligning job priorities leads to success in information security. Learn from Chris's story and find out why sticking to your values can guide you to the right career path.
Security Pros Guide to Optimizing LinkedIn
Discover how to stand out in the security industry with an optimized LinkedIn profile. This guide covers crafting a unique summary, selecting impactful skills, and highlighting non-work activities.
7 Types of CISO
Explore the diverse landscape of CISO roles, from Executive to Buried CISOs, and learn how companies can avoid mismatches by aligning the right talent with specific security leadership needs.
How I Work On The Road
Discover how to stay productive while traveling with essential tech tools and gadgets. Explore the featured gear from a recent Minneapolis trip and learn how to optimize your mobile workspace.
How I Curate Security Longreads
Discover how Jay Schulman curates his Security Longreads newsletter in just 15 minutes a week. Learn his efficient process using tools like Feedly, Pocket, and Goodbits to stay informed and share insights.
Responding to Every E-mail: Two Months In
Discover the journey and challenges of responding to every e-mail for two months. Explore the surprising reactions and insights gained, and why some e-mails may no longer warrant a reply.
My Longest Running New Years Resolution
Discover the rollercoaster journey of a five-year-long New Year's resolution to go paperless. From tech upgrades to small victories and persistent challenges, find inspiration in the quest for digital organization.
We Make A Life By What We Give
Discover the profound impact of giving in this insightful blog post. Explore practical tips for donating money and time, ensuring your contributions align with your passions and foster deeper connections.