One of the biggest threats that businesses face is cybercrime but is enough being done to lessen cybercrime threats. One person who knows a lot about this is Mike Harris, Partner in Forensics and Cyber at Grant Thornton.

Ronan talks to  Mike about his background, underinvestment in cybersecurity, AI and more.

More about Mike Harris:

Mike joined Grant Thornton as a Partner in 2013. Prior to that, Mike worked for 11 years in the European financial services and Cyber security consulting practices of two Big 4 firms. He advises clients in Ireland and internationally on a range of Cyber Security, Privacy, Fraud and Risk issues. During this time, he acted in Cybersecurity leadership roles for both UK and Ireland based financial institutions.

In addition, he has held technology roles in an Irish mobile telecommunications operator and a global management consultancy based in Germany. He currently leads a team providing a range of Cyber security and Privacy services to clients. Mike is also a frequent media commentator on Cyber matters including NewsTalk, RTE News at 1. 6-1 News, Irish Times, and others.

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