So one of the things that I’m really passionate about is making sure we uplift all of Stadia and all of venues to particular set of standards and using the UK with it’s amplification and it’s connections to go, “Okay, we like these standards from the private sector, from sport, and why don’t we put that into a blueprint.”
Timestamps
*00:01 - Introduction | *14:56: The shift from temporary setups to sustainable, repeatable security frameworks |
*0:45: The complexities of securing diverse physical venues for global events | *18:29: Fresh builds vs. legacy infrastructure: Security preferences and challenges |
*3:20: Balancing responsibility across dynamic venues | *21:12: Staying ahead of the evolving threat landscape through collaboration |
*5:47: World Rugby’s role as a standards body for cybersecurity and physical security | *24:43: Working with law enforcement and government entities during major events |
*8:11: Collaboration with physical security teams and integration of cyber and physical efforts | *27:01: Regional differences in hosting global sports events and partnering with local stakeholders |
*12:11: What popular culture gets right and wrong about security | *29:32: Closing thoughts on the universal language of cybersecurity in sports |
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As the Group Head of Cyber Security at World Rugby, Ben leads the direction in protecting one of the world’s most prestigious sports. He oversees cybersecurity across the international federation, global services, and major events like the Rugby World Cup, with expertise spanning the full spectrum of cybersecurity, including safeguarding complex broadcast networks, supporting sponsorship requirements, to the intricacies of physical venue planning.
Emily Wearmouth is a technology communicator who helps engineers, specialists and tech organisations to communicate more effectively. At Netskope, Emily runs the company’s international communications and content programmes, working with teams across EMEA, LATAM, and APJ. She spends her days unearthing stories and telling them in a way that helps a wide range of audiences to better understand technology options and benefits.
As the Group Head of Cyber Security at World Rugby, Ben leads the direction in protecting one of the world’s most prestigious sports. He oversees cybersecurity across the international federation, global services, and major events like the Rugby World Cup, with expertise spanning the full spectrum of cybersecurity, including safeguarding complex broadcast networks, supporting sponsorship requirements, to the intricacies of physical venue planning.
Emily Wearmouth is a technology communicator who helps engineers, specialists and tech organisations to communicate more effectively. At Netskope, Emily runs the company’s international communications and content programmes, working with teams across EMEA, LATAM, and APJ. She spends her days unearthing stories and telling them in a way that helps a wide range of audiences to better understand technology options and benefits.