WATCH: Cyber Challenge Kick-Off
At the Catalyst, our mission is to create a safer and more secure digital landscape for everyone. The Cyber Challenge plays a crucial role in this effort, uniting some of the brightest minds to address urgent cybersecurity issues facing industries that are vital to our economy and everyday lives. The Cyber Challenge will drive made-in-Ontario […]
What can the world learn about the Microsoft Outage?
Catalyst Founding Executive Director Charles Finlay joined City News Toronto on Friday, July 19, 2024 to discuss the Microsoft outage that impacted many business operations and had a massive ripple effect on the lives of everyday citizens — from banking, to flights, to email, and more. Watch the interview to learn more about why this is becoming a regular occurrence.
WATCH: Catalyst + Brampton = Brewed to Protect
Together with the City of Brampton, Brampton Innovation District and Metrolinx, we surprised Union Station commuters earlier this month with free coffee and cyber tips. The activation was planned to as a way to kick-off our week at Collision Conference, where we connected with the tech community and shared the work Brampton and the Catalyst […]
WATCH: Catalyst at Collision Conference 2024
It was an exciting and productive week at Collision Conference 2024 in Toronto. The Corporate Innovation Stage saw a packed house for an engaging panel on cybersecurity and AI, featuring Catalyst Executive Director Charles Finlay. We showcased Catalyst programs and 17 partner organizations at our three-day Startup Island spot, which was packed with attendees and […]
LISTEN: Charles Finlay discusses TPL cyberattacks on TMU podcast
Catalyst Executive Director, Charles Finlay, was recently interviewed by Vanessa Tiberio and Olga Bergmans for the School of Journalism’s Radio and Podcast class at Toronto Metropolitan University. The interview centered on the recent Toronto Public Library cyberattack and its implications, with Charles sharing some valuable insights on the incident and the future of municipal cybersecurity. […]
WATCH: Recap of DiscoveryX and Cyber Challenge launch
In case you missed it, the Catalyst attended this year’s DiscoveryX conference in Toronto to launch our newest Cyber Challenge program in partnership with Canadian Cyber Threat Exchange (CCTX). Designed to empower technology startups in Ontario to solve industry-specific challenges in six of the province’s key sectors, this innovative program connects founders with industry leaders […]
WATCH: Charles Finlay examines the fallout from the U of W cyberattacks with CTV News Winnipeg
Following a widespread data breach at the University of Winnipeg, staff and students are on edge as thousands of pieces of sensitive data were potentially stolen, including names, birth dates, and social insurance numbers. The Catalyst’s Executive Director Charles Finlay sat down with CTV News Winnipeg to discuss the implications of this attack, and the […]
LISTEN: Catalyst’s Randy Purse on Canadian SME Podcast
As cyberattacks become widespread among businesses and organizations, leaders must invest in training and education to navigate the complex cyber landscape confidently. For those looking for more information on where and how to get started, Randy Purse, the Catalyst’s Senior Cybersecurity Advisor, spoke with the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast to discuss the critical importance of […]
WATCH: Charles Finlay discusses the future of municipal cybersecurity with CP24
Following two separate cyberattacks in recent weeks, there has been an increased focus on the City of Hamilton’s cybersecurity response. The Catalyst’s Executive Director Charles Finlay spoke with CP24 to discuss the implications of these attacks for other Canadian municipalities, and the steps they should be taking to protect themselves in the future. Learn more […]
WATCH: Mastercard Emerging Leaders Cyber Initiative celebrates International Women’s Day 2024
Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst is committed to closing the gender gap in cyber, and in honour of International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating with a closer look into the experiences of the inspiring women and non-binary leaders of the Mastercard Emerging Leaders Cyber Initiative (ELCI). Hear directly from program participants how ELCI is providing leaders with access […]
