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The Deepfake Problem: Real Attacks & Real Risk

For this month’s Berlin Cybersecurity Social, Jonny Smyth (CTO @ Ceartas) walks us through what’s changing in the deepfake landscape, why the technology has become so accessible, and what this could mean for security, trust, and day-to-day operations.

Jonny Smyth is the CTO and Co-Founder of Ceartas, where he works on AI-driven tools that help creators and brands safeguard their content online by spotting misuse, issuing takedowns, and understanding how their work is being copied or manipulated. With experience across engineering and security roles, he focuses on making emerging threats, like deepfakes, easier for organisations to understand and respond to. Deepfakes have evolved fast, and they’re starting to show up in places that matter.

This will be a relaxed, high-level session designed for the whole community—technical or not—focused on understanding the shift rather than diving into the weeds.

This session is part of the Berlin Cybersecurity Social community’s monthly meetup, where security professionals, leaders, and enthusiasts come together to share knowledge and connect. So are you a cybersecurity professional looking to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and make friends? Look no further!

Agenda:

  • 17.00 Walk in & ice breakers
  • 18.00 - 18.30 Speaker: Jonny Smyth (CTO @ Ceartas) - The Deepfake Problem: Real Attacks & Real Risk
  • 18.30 Networking & ice breakers
  • 20.00 End

***Please note***:

**We will be sharing the venue with other tech communities bringing more opportunity for collaboration, but will also be able to have a space for our community too as well as the common networking areas.

**Registration at the venue is required (also for a free drink!), for privacy and PII concerns you can feel free to share minimal info but at minimum an email and first name and last initial is required (any of your choosing ;)

About Venture Café Berlin: Venture Café Berlin connects a community of innovators and entrepreneurs with free high-impact programming and events. Venture Café is a part of the CIC network, whose mission is to fix the world through innovation.

About Berlin Cybersecurity Social: This meetup is open to cybersecurity professionals of all levels, from beginners to experts. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your journey in the field, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with others who share your passion for cybersecurity.

Berlin Cybersecurity Social #22 - The Deepfake Problem: Real Attacks & Real Risk

Are you a cybersecurity professional looking to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and make friends? Look no further!

Agenda 5 PM - 6 PM: Welcome & Ice Breakers 6 PM - 6.30 PM: The CISO Shift: From Security Execution to Strategic Influence 6.30 PM - 8 PM: Networking

Topic: The CISO Shift: From Security Execution to Strategic

There is a point in every security career where the work stops being about vulnerability backlogs and tool configuration, and becomes about shaping how an organization understands and manages risk. This talk breaks down that shift: identifying Crown Jewels and irreversible failure modes, defining the security functions that must never degrade, and building secure-by-default paved roads that engineering teams actually use. We’ll cover how to communicate in attacker intent instead of CVE counts, show real risk reduction through a few high-signal KPIs, and earn the trust required to influence architecture, roadmap, and culture.

About the speaker:

Sheetal Joseph is a cybersecurity executive with over 20 years of experience leading security strategy and transformation across financial services, digital assets, and other high-impact sectors. She has served as CISO and senior security leader in high-growth, regulated environments, guiding organizations through European regulatory scrutiny while scaling modern, cloud-native security programs. She speaks on security leadership, influence, and the practical realities of driving meaningful change in complex organizations.

***Please note***:

**We will be sharing the venue with other tech communities bringing more opportunity for collaboration, but will also be able to have a space for our community too as well as the common networking areas.

**Registration at the venue is required (also for a free drink!), for privacy and PII concerns you can feel free to share minimal info but at minimum an email and first name and last initial is required (any of your choosing ;)

About Venture Café Berlin: Venture Café Berlin connects a community of innovators and entrepreneurs with free high-impact programming and events. Venture Café is a part of the CIC network, whose mission is to fix the world through innovation.

About Berlin Cybersecurity Social: This meetup is open to cybersecurity professionals of all levels, from beginners to experts. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your journey in the field, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with others who share your passion for cybersecurity.

Berlin Cybersecurity Social #21

Are you a cybersecurity professional looking to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and make friends? Look no further!

Agenda:

  • 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM: Welcome
  • 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM: Fishbowl Discussion: "Modern Identity: Risks, Realities, and What’s Next" with Michał Pawlicki, Marko Todorovic, & Pranav Vattaparambil
  • 7:15 PM – 7.30 PM: Refreshment & networking break
  • 7.30 PM – 7.50 PM: AMA with Anshu Gupta investor and former Silicon Valley CISO.
  • 7:50 PM - 10:00 PM: DIY Networking & socializing

The identity landscape is changing fast and with it, the challenges around access, control, and visibility. * As organisations adopt more cloud services, automate workflows, and rely on non-human identities, IAM (Identity Access Management) has become one of the most discussed topics in security today. * This month we're bringing together perspectives from leadership, practitioner and solution sides to discuss: *

  • The factors driving IAM’s growing importance
  • The rise of non-human and service identities
  • Key risks in identity lifecycle management
  • What mature IAM programs will look like in 2026 and beyond

For this Fishbowl Discussion edition: bring your questions and challenges around Identity Security as we'll be opening the floor to engage in a fishbowl format https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fishbowl_(conversation) and mastermind with our experts!

Who is this for?

  • Security professionals and IAM practitioners
  • IT and cloud security leaders
  • CISOs and security architects defining IAM strategy
  • Engineers and analysts interested in identity risks and automation
  • Cybersecurity enthusiasts looking to learn from real-world experiences

About the speakers:

Michał Pawlicki is an Identity and Access Management (IAM) specialist dedicated to building and implementing robust workforce identity solutions. Currently, he's diving into the complexities of regulatory compliance within the financial industry, following his impactful experience driving IAM adoption and efficiency across the logistics sector.

Marko Todorovic is a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) with extensive experience building and leading security programs in regulated industries. His background includes key security leadership roles at N26, Holvi, and most recently Moss. Marko specializes in cybersecurity, data privacy, information risk management, and compliance, driving cross-functional initiatives that strengthen organizational resilience and ensure adherence to regulatory standards. He is also a guest lecturer at the University of Zagreb, where he delivers sessions on Information System Auditing and Security, sharing practical insights and bridging academic theory with real-world application.

Pranav Vattaparambil is a security and product strategist with deep expertise in fintech. Formerly VP of Cybersecurity at the EU’s largest Banking-as-a-Service company, he is currently CSO at Unosecur, a Berlin-based IAM security company. He also advises multiple startups on navigating security, risk, and go-to-market strategy. Pranav bridges the gap between technical execution and business impact, especially in regulated industries like banking and crypto.

Bonus AMA “Scaling Security from Startup to Silicon Valley” with Anshu Gupta (SVCI, ex-Fast, SPAN, Varo Bank)

Anshu Gupta is investor at Silicon Valley CISO Investments (SVCI) and former VP of Security & Privacy at SPAN and Fast. Anshu has built and led security programs at some of the Valley’s most innovative startups: from helping Fast reach PCI DSS Level 1 compliance within a year to shaping Varo Bank’s security program that supported its FDIC approval. As part of SVCI, he now advises and invests in the next generation of cybersecurity startups.

About Berlin Cybersecurity Social: This meetup is open to cybersecurity professionals of all levels, from beginners to experts. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your journey in the field, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with others who share your passion for cybersecurity.

About The Social Hub Berlin: The Social Hub is a hotel, coworking, and student accommodation in the Mitte district that serves as a community hub for travelers, locals, students, and digital nomads. It offers spaces to learn, work, and socialize, with amenities like a gym, event spaces, and restaurants and bars, all designed to foster connection and a vibrant atmosphere.

Berlin Cybersecurity Social #20

** IMPORTANT INFO ON FOOD AND PAID EVENT INFO BELOW**

Had enough of holidays, partying and summer? Us neither but alas… 😅

Join us as we wrap up the season with an insightful talk that’s perfect for kicking off the new school year, all while enjoying some laid-back end-of-summer BBQ vibes.

This time we’ll be talking about FinTech cybersecurity with a focus on the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) and the Network and Information Security Directive 2 (NIS2). These regulatory frameworks are transforming how financial institutions approach cybersecurity, and understanding them is crucial for ensuring compliance and enhancing operational resilience.

In this session, Pranav will explore the key components of DORA and NIS2, their impact on the FinTech landscape, and practical strategies for achieving compliance. Whether you're a cybersecurity professional, compliance officer, or FinTech or general cybersecurity enthusiast, this meetup will equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate these regulatory requirements effectively.

Key Topics:

  • Understanding DORA and NIS2: An overview of the regulations and their significance.
  • Compliance Strategies: How organisations can align with DORA and NIS2 standards.
  • Impact on FinTech: The implications for financial institutions and technology providers.
  • Practical Implementation: Tools and techniques for enhancing operational resilience and cybersecurity.
  • Case Studies: Real-world examples of successful compliance and resilience strategies.

Who Should Attend:

  • Cybersecurity professionals or enthusiasts looking to enhance their understanding of DORA and NIS2.
  • Compliance/Risk leaders seeking to ensure their organisations meet regulatory requirements.
  • FinTech professionals interested in staying ahead of industry trends.
  • Anyone passionate about cybersecurity and operational resilience in the financial sector.

🍔🌭: Fancy some BBQ with us? We’ll be grilling some burgers and hotdogs outside this time! (Vegan options possible)

NB: The event is NOT A PAID EVENT, however, if you would like to have some food, the optional €10 euros ‘paid event’ fee will cover you for one of the following options:

(Option 1): 2 Burgers (Option 2): 2 Hot dogs (Option 3): 1 Burger, 1 Hot Dog

(Option 4): 2 Vegan Burgers (Option 5): 2 Vegan Hot dogs (Option 6): 1 Vegan Burger, 1 Vegan Hot Dog

🍺💰Drinks will be available separately at the bar as normal so please bring cash for the c-base bar!

**IMPORTANT**: 👉 When paying please include 1. YOUR NAME and 2. WHICH FOOD OPTION you would like in the Paypal payment description! (e.g. Brandi Z - Option 2)

👉 Please pre-order as we will buy according to demand and have only a little more available for ad-hoc on the day!

👉 If you DO NOT want food, please DO NOT PAY the 'Paid Event' fee and just show up!

About the speaker: Pranav Vattaparambil

Pranav Vattaparambil is a seasoned cybersecurity leader with over a decade of experience, most recently serving as the Chief Information Security Officer at SoSafe. In this role, he focused on advancing operational security and aligning stakeholders with a vision of security as a catalyst for business growth. Previously, as VP of Cyber Security at Solaris, Pranav led teams in implementing critical regulatory controls, significantly enhancing the organisation's security posture.

Throughout his career, Pranav has excelled in managing large-scale security programmes, leading compliance efforts across complex regulatory landscapes, and articulating the business value of security to C-suite executives and board members. His strategic oversight and team leadership have been instrumental in transforming security programmes and aligning them with business objectives at highly regulated organisations like Solaris.

Berlin Cybersecurity Social #9: End of Summer Party

Are you a cybersecurity professional looking to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and make friends? Look no further! Join us for the Berlin Cybersecurity Social for a fantastic evening of networking.

Agenda:

  • 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM: Welcome & Icebreaker - (We will try this in a hopefully quieter area of the Castle :)
  • Get to know your fellow cybersecurity professionals
  • Icebreaker Activity
  • Break the ice and make new connections through a fun and engaging activity designed to get the conversations flowing. *
  • 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM: Networking and Socializing
  • Mingle with fellow professionals from the cybersecurity industry. Share insights, discuss recent developments, and exchange ideas *
  • 8:30 PM - 8:45 PM: Closing Remarks and Future Plans
  • We'll conclude the event with a brief discussion of potential future meetups, collaboration opportunities, and how we can strengthen the cybersecurity community in Berlin.

Why Attend?

  • Connect with professionals in the cybersecurity field.
  • Share your experiences and insights.
  • Expand your professional network.
  • Discover collaboration opportunities.
  • Enjoy a relaxed evening and make new friends

This meetup is open to cybersecurity professionals of all levels, from beginners to experts. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your journey in the field, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with others who share your passion for cybersecurity.

Don't miss out on this chance to unwind, network and enjoy the company of fellow cybersecurity professionals.

Berlin Cybersecurity Social #2
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