Stina Ehrensvärd

Stina Ehrensvärd, CEO and co-founder of Yubico, a leader in hardware-based security, shares her insights on the paradoxes of authentication. She discusses the tension between security, usability, and privacy, particularly for those in sensitive positions. Stina delves into her journey of creating the YubiKey and the importance of open authentication standards like FIDO. She highlights innovative approaches to combat phishing attacks and the cultural nuances between U.S. and Swedish tech environments, emphasizing the need for trust and effective communication in cybersecurity.

Join Joel de la Garza, CISO of Box, who shares his insights on grappling with cybersecurity challenges in a large enterprise. Stina Ehrensvärd, founder of Yubico, delves into the essential role of hardware security keys like YubiKey in enhancing online safety. Meanwhile, Niels Provos from Google highlights key security practices and the struggle to implement research effectively. The discussion reflects on the convergence of cyber and physical security, the balance between security and convenience, and a forward-looking view on evolving standards.