Speaker Biography
Claudiu knows what it takes to protect data and digital information: he has lectured at major academic institutions, presents lectures on privacy the University of Toronto, created Canada’s first course on fintech cybersecurity. He created Canada’s first methodology for information security assessment in healthcare and has introduced security awareness education to companies of all sizes.
Claudiu is a published author and a frequent guest and technology contributor to national media of all things involving cybersecurity, privacy and online safety. A certified professional across many facets of information technology and data protection, Claudiu Popa is also an academic researcher who speaks authoritatively on diverse topics ranging from social media ethics to immediately applicable advice for preventing catastrophic situations.
Claudiu explains complex topics in concise terms, eliminating technobabble in favour of substance. His timely presentations help to shine a spotlight on today’s most important trends, helping audiences stay ahead of the curve & be prepared for future shifts.
His career has been shaped by a passion for protecting the intangible assets driving the world’s economies. A big-thinker who understands the details of technological innovation, Popa has the unique ability to illustrate, captivate and entertain as he educates his audience about a broad range of fascinating topics.
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Preview of Claudiu’s upcoming talks in 2024:
AI and Disinformation – A discussion of WEF’s 2024 Global Risks Report and how they impact companies, national security and the geopolitical risk posture as a whole.
Shifting Privacy – The 2024 Updates in Canada’s Privacy Compliance and what it means for the corporate landscape in the coming months.
• March: Fraud Prevention Month (Theme – Cyberfraud awareness & tips)
• April: Disinformation Month (Theme – Understanding misinformation)
• May 4: World Password Day (Theme – Identity protection)
• June: Malware Mitigation Month (Theme – Recent viruses & ransomware)
• July: Breach Prevention Month (Theme – Cybersecurity incident explanation)
• August: AI Cybersafety Month (Theme – Risks & opportunities of AI)
• September: Diversity in Cyber Month (Theme – Inclusion in security and technology)
• September 15-21: Safe Online Learning Week (Theme – Edtech privacy & safe eLearning)
• October: Cybersecurity Awareness Month (Theme – Corporate security best practices)
• October 29: National Internet Day (Theme – Trends & innovations for the year)
• November: Identity Protection Month (Theme – Preventing identity theft & abuse)
• November 10-16: Fraud Awareness Week (Theme – Financial crime awareness)
• November 30: National Computer Security Day (Theme – Personal tips for securing computers)
• December: Holiday Scams & Phishing Month (Theme – Emerging cyber scam trends)
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