Mikko Hypponen
Chief Research Officer, F-Secure | Cybersecurity Pioneer
About
Mikko Hypponen is a world-renowned cybersecurity expert and Chief Research Officer at F-Secure, a leading cyber security company. For over 30 years, he has investigated some of the world's most infamous cyberattacks and online crime.
Hypponen has been honored with multiple awards, including the Virus Bulletin Award and the CARO Award, the highest distinctions in the field of computer security. His influential TED talks have been viewed millions of times, educating global audiences on the evolving threats of the digital age.
Hypponen's keynotes provide actionable insights to help organizations and individuals stay safe in an increasingly connected world.
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How the NSA betrayed the world's trust -- time to act
Recent events have highlighted, underlined and bolded the fact that the United States is performing blanket surveillance on any foreigner whose data passes through an American entity -- whether they are suspected of wrongdoing or not. This means that, essentially, every international user of the internet is being watched, says Mikko Hypponen. An important rant, wrapped with a plea: to find alternative solutions to using American companies for the world's information needs.

Three types of online attack

Fighting viruses, defending the net
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Mikko Hyppönen at OMR Festival 2022
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