Confidence Staveley of MerkleFence

In this episode of Modern Cyber, Jeremy sits down with Confidence Staveley, founder of MerkleFence and the CyberSafe Foundation, and a globally recognized cybersecurity expert. The conversation delves into the evolving landscape of API security, including its intersection with AI and the rise of APIs as a top attack vector for social engineering. Confidence shares insights from her groundbreaking work in cybersecurity education, including her creative approach using culinary metaphors in the YouTube series API Kitchen and her best-selling book API Security for White Hat Hackers. They also explore the psychology of social engineering attacks, the importance of customized cybersecurity awareness training, and the unique challenges and opportunities for cybersecurity in Africa. Tune in to hear Confidence’s compelling perspectives on cybersecurity trends, human-centric strategies, and her advocacy for diversity and inclusion in the tech industry.

About Confidence Staveley:

Confidence Staveley is a distinguished cybersecurity leader, founder of MerkleFence, and the driving force behind the CyberSafe Foundation. She is a best-selling author of API Security for White Hat Hackers and creator of the acclaimed YouTube series API Kitchen, which simplifies API security using culinary metaphors. Confidence has been recognized as one of the Top 40 Global Thought Leaders in Cybersecurity for 2024 and one of 150 Fascinating Females Fighting Cybercrime by Women Know Cyber. Through her initiatives, she has empowered thousands, including women in Africa via the Cyber Girls Fellowship, the continent’s largest cybersecurity training program for women. With a deep commitment to inclusion, education, and security innovation, Confidence is a trailblazer in the global fight against cyber threats.

Links and Resources:

• Confidence's TED Talk
• API Kitchen Season 1
• Confidence's Personal Website
• MerkleFence Website
• Connect with Confidence on LinkedIn