In this episode, Bashira Baset, Director of Identity and Access Management at VF Corporation—the company behind brands like The North Face, Vans, and Timberland—shares how she led the journey to modernize VF’s legacy IAM system. Bashira discusses the challenges of retiring outdated applications, gaining C-suite and business unit buy-in, and managing change across 12 global brands. She also highlights the strategies her team used to simplify identity, improve the employee experience, and reduce technical debt, offering valuable lessons for any organization tackling an IAM transformation.

In this episode of Identiholics, host Christine Owen interviews Andrew Shikiar, CEO of FIDO Alliance. Andrew discusses the evolution of identity concepts and the development of passkeys as a password replacement. Andrew highlights key milestones in FIDO's history, including collaborations with major tech companies and the focus on user experience. The conversation covers the importance of passkeys in improving online security and usability, as well as the collective effort of the industry in driving adoption

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This episode features James Lee from the Identity Theft Resource Center, who discusses the latest findings from their annual data breach report. The conversation highlights the convergence of data breaches and identity crimes, emphasizing how modern attacks often stem from compromised personal information. Lee shares insights on the effectiveness of cybersecurity measures, the evolving tactics of identity criminals—including the use of AI—and the importance of safeguarding sensitive data like passwords and driver's licenses. Tune in to learn about key trends in identity theft and actionable steps for protecting personal information.

Check out the Data Breach Report: https://www.idtheftcenter.org/publication/2024-data-breach-report/