Mingos
I explain technology in plain words.
Co-founder of Tictac Cyber Security & Data Recovery and of CyberX, with experience in more than 2,500 cyber-attack response cases. Seminar instructor & conference keynote speaker on Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence & Cryptocurrencies.
- For organizers
- Keynote speaker and panellist for technical and non-technical audiences.
- For the media
- Commentary on current events in cyber attacks, artificial intelligence, crypto assets and blockchain.
As featured on
Television
Radio
News media
Universities and organisations
Bio
More than 30 years in IT. From data recovery to cyber-attack response and negotiations with ransomware groups, with companies in cybersecurity, InsureTech and maritime. Comments on technology news for television, radio and the press.
Full bio- Since 1996
- in IT
- Since 2003
- speaking at conferences and seminars
- 11 awards
- Cyber Security Awards 2023–2025, with Tictac
- MSc
- Information Systems, University of Sheffield
In the full bio
Recent talks / Appearances
Talks, panels and interviews from recent months. Every topic is tailored to the audience and the length of the event.
- Keynote keynote
- Panel panel discussion
- Seminar / Media seminar or interview
MediaCybersecurity starts with people
Interview for the series “Decode: Complex topics simply explained” on the human factor in cyber attacks.
PanelPost-quantum: the risks to today's data
The threat quantum computers pose to encryption, and how organisations can prepare.
KeynoteNegotiating with ransomware groups
How an incident unfolds, from first contact with the attackers to recovery.
Keynote7 deadly sins of your digital life
The most common security mistakes in everyday use of technology, and the habits that prevent them.
SeminarCyber attacks against individuals
Online seminar on the attacks that target everyday users and how to stay protected.
KeynoteAcronis Day 2025
Talk at the Acronis and Tictac event on “Integrated Cybersecurity for Businesses”.
On Stage · On Camera
Talks, television and radio appearances on cyber attacks, crypto assets and technology.
For journalists and producers
Available to comment on current events for television, radio and print.
- Cyber attacks
- Data breaches
- Online fraud
- Artificial intelligence
- Crypto assets
Recent articles
All articles →Mike Mingos on SBS Radio: Cybersecurity Starts with People
7 Deadly Sins of Cybersecurity in 2025
Cybersecurity in Simple Words - Money 2.0 Cryptocapitalist
Optima Cyber: Our New Partnership Bringing Cyber Security to the Maritime Industry
What Cyberattacks Do We Expect in 2025? Acronis Day at OAKA
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Send request- Keynote, panel or seminar, in Greek or English
- Topics tailored to your industry
- For technical and non-technical audiences