Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast

GMO GlobalSign Limited

As digital threats intensify and compliance requirements grow more demanding, Trust.ID Talk is your critical source for mastering digital identity and PKI management. Brought to you by GlobalSign, this podcast targets the real-world challenges faced by IT security leaders, cybersecurity managers, and tech executives in industries like finance, healthcare, education, government and insurance.

Each episode offers a front-row seat to conversations with industry pioneers, thought leaders, and subject-matter experts. Together, we address critical issues like crypto-agility, the Google 90-day certificate mandate, the growing demand for certificate automation, and the ever-evolving compliance landscape. With a focus on practical, actionable insights, Trust.ID Talk provides the clarity and solutions you need to tackle today’s cybersecurity risks head-on.

From navigating short-lived certificates to preparing for quantum-safe cryptography, Trust.ID Talk equips you with the knowledge and tools needed to stay secure, agile, and prepared for what’s next.

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20 episodes
Updated July 2

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July 2 · 11 min
Not Caring About Code Signing is a Billion Dollar Mistake ft. Stefan Wenig
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Michelle Davidson is joined by Stefan Wenig, CEO and CTO at SignPath, to discuss why code signing must be treated as a complete business process, not simply a matter of managing keys and certificates. Together, they explore how changing baseline requirements are reshaping code signing, why organizations need greater visibility into their certificate landscapes and how centralized infrastructure can brin
June 4 · 14 min
Why SPF, DKIM, DMARC, and BIMI Matter More Than Ever with Brian Westnedge
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Steve Hall is joined by Brian Westnedge, VP of Alliances & Partnerships at Red Sift, to unpack the fundamentals of email authentication, from SPF, DKIM, and DMARC to the visual trust indicators offered by BIMI, VMCs, and CMCs.
May 7 · 13 min
The Biggest Shake-Up in PKI in 30 Years: What Google’s MTC Proposal Means for You
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Michelle Davidson welcomes back Arvid Vermote, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at GlobalSign, to discuss Google’s groundbreaking announcement on Merkle Tree Certificates for post-quantum cryptography and why your organization needs to start preparing now. This episode is sponsored by Keeper Security, the #1-rated password manager that is easy to use and protects every user on every device fro
April 23 · 9 min
The RSA Roundup: Email, Certificates, and Code Signing in the AI Era
In this special episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Michelle Davidson hands the mic to Matthew Dorrington and John Murray as they roam the RSA Conference show floor, capturing insights on email security, certificate lifecycle management, and code signing with security leaders from Red Sift, AppViewX, Thinkst Canary, Pangolin, and SignPath.
April 2 · 15 min
Cybersecurity Fails When Communication Fails with Jeffrey Brown
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Michelle Davidson is joined by Jeffrey Brown, Chief Security Advisor for Financial Services at Microsoft, to discuss why tailored messaging across organizational levels is critical, how AI can simplify complex security concepts, and the key strategies to build genuine understanding among employees, executives, and boards.
March 5 · 12 min
Why are 50% of women leaving tech by 35? Closing the Gender Gap with Sophie Creese
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Michelle Davidson is joined by Sophie Creese, Founder of MotherBoard and Co-founder of HeyFlow, to tackle one of tech’s most urgent and misunderstood challenges: why are 50% of women leaving the industry by age 35?
February 5 · 15 min
How is Q-Day Already Rewriting the Rules of Digital Trust? With Arvid Vermote
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Michelle Davidson welcomes back Arvid Vermote, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at GlobalSign, to break down what post-quantum computing really means for organizations today.
Dec 11, 2025 · 25 min
AI, Post-Quantum and Digital ID – is Security at a Turning Point? With Michelle Davidson and Steve Hall
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, hosts Michelle Davidson and Steve Hall, reflect on 2025’s biggest cybersecurity shifts and what these changes mean for organizations in 2026. Alexander Byrne, Director of Compliance at Thrive, Olivier Ruff, Cyber Security Lead and CTO at RNTrust Group, and Jane Frankland, CEO of KnewStart also make a reappearance to discuss their top predictions and insights for 2026.
Nov 13, 2025 · 17 min
Why should your next business strategy start with compliance? In conversation with Alexander Byrne
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Michelle Davidson is joined by Alexander Byrne, Director of Compliance at Thrive, to discuss how organizations can leverage compliance as a competitive advantage rather than viewing it simply as a regulatory burden to enhance their tech stack and accelerate business growth.
Oct 9, 2025 · 16 min
From Firefighting to Strategizing IT Security with Giles Thornton
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Michelle Davidson is joined by Giles Thornton, Head of Information Security at The Premier League, to explore why security teams feel like they’re constantly firefighting and how to break free. Giles shares insights into security perfectionism and compliance overload, and how security leaders can manage a lack of strategic breathing room driving burnout across the industry.
Sep 11, 2025 · 16 min
Who Decides the Internet’s Trust Rules? Inside the CA/B Forum with Arvid Vermote
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Michelle Davidson is joined by Arvid Vermote, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at GlobalSign, to dive into the Certificate Authority/Browser Forum (CA/B Forum), the decision-making body behind the rules that keep the internet's trust backbone secure and how the decision was made for SSL/TLS certificate validity periods to reduce to 47 days by 2029.
Aug 14, 2025 · 16 min
Why 91% of Cyberattacks Start with Email and How to Protect Yourself with Stefan Cink
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Michelle Davidson is joined by Stefan Cink, Director of Business and Professional Services at NoSpamProxy, to break down the real vulnerabilities in email security and strategies to protect yourself.
Jul 10, 2025 · 28 min
Too Small to Hack? Busting the Myth Putting Your Business at Risk with Sarah Armstrong-Smith
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Michelle Davidson is joined by Sarah Armstrong-Smith, Best Selling Author and Co-Host of the Cyber Sisters podcast, to dismantle the dangerous myth that SMEs are "too small to hack," how cloud-based tools can bolster resilience, and how the right mix of AI and human insight can help you do more with less.
Jun 12, 2025 · 17 min
Can Data Protection Be Cybersecurity's Greatest Ally? with Richard Hancock
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Michelle Davidson is joined by Richard Hancock, Data Protection Officer at GlobalSign, to discuss how data protection intersects with cybersecurity strategy and why strong encryption standards and identity verification are fundamental to preventing cyber-attacks.
May 8, 2025 · 22 min
Why Shorter Certificate Lifespans are a Hidden Security Opportunity with Kevin Naidoo of Quantum PKI
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Michelle Davidson is joined by Kevin Naidoo, Founder and Engineering Lead at Quantum PKI, to explore the challenges of managing shorter certificate lifespans and the importance of automation when it comes to certificate lifecycle management (CLM).
Apr 10, 2025 · 25 min
Why Banning AI in Your Company Is a Huge Mistake with Richard Stiennon
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Steven Hall is joined by Richard Stiennon, Chief Research Analyst at IT-Harvest. Together, they explore the revolutionary impact of AI on cybersecurity operations. From practical applications in threat hunting to essential PKI management practices, Richard shares how security teams can leverage AI tools while maintaining robust protection.
Mar 13, 2025 · 29 min
Why Women in Tech Make Businesses More Secure with Jane Frankland and Lila Kee
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Michelle Davidson is joined by Jane Frankland, CEO of KnewStart, and Lila Kee, Chief Product Officer at GlobalSign. Together, they discuss the evolving role of women in cybersecurity, including why diversity matters, bridging the gender gap in tech, how AI is reshaping the industry, and what companies must do to create more inclusive environments.
Feb 13, 2025 · 24 min
Why PKI Is the Last Unbreakable Pillar of Cybersecurity with Olivier Ruff of RNTrust Group
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Michelle Davidson is joined by Olivier Ruff, Cyber Security Lead and CTO at RNTrust Group, to dive into the evolving landscape of digital identity, the critical role of PKI in cybersecurity, why digital trust is the invisible shield protecting your business, and the importance of automation in certificate management.
Jan 16, 2025 · 23 min
Are Your Digital Certificates Ready for Tomorrow? With Henrik Dürr of TRUSTZONE
In this episode of Trust.ID Talk: The Digital Certificate and Identity Security Podcast, host Steven Hall is joined by Henrik Dürr, CEO and Founder of TRUSTZONE, to explore the evolving landscape of digital certificates and PKI management. Henrik shares the challenges of shorter SSL certificate validity periods, the rise of automation protocols like ACME, and why the padlock icon no longer symbolizes trust.
Dec 17, 2024 · 53 sec
Welcome to Trust.ID Talk: Your Critical Source for Navigating Digital Identity
As digital threats intensify and compliance requirements grow more demanding, Trust.ID Talk is your critical source for mastering digital identity and PKI management. Brought to you by GlobalSign, this podcast targets the real-world challenges faced by IT security leaders, cybersecurity managers, and tech executives in industries like finance, healthcare, education, government and insurance. Each episode offers a front-row seat to conversations with industry pioneers, thought leaders, and subje