At the age of 14 Bastien Treptel was given his first computer, by the age of 16, the police came knocking. Bastien had used his hacking skills to get into one of the big four banks and access credit cards. It was his love of pizza that led to the police tracking him down and ultimately reforming his ways.
Years later, Bastien founded CTRL Group to combat cybercrime and in November 2021 sold the company for millions.
Current Work:
Bastien now uses his time to spread the word on how dangerous and creative cyber criminals are and how you can protect your business and personal life.
Bastien is the co-founder of CTRL Group - Australia's progressive information security firm, protecting businesses from cyber risk. CTRL Group offers best-in-class security solutions ranging from audits, hacking, monitoring, advisory and education.
Bastien is dedicated to inspiring everyone to appreciate security as it becomes an essential part of our lives as we move into a hyper-digitized world.
Bastien is also the host of the CyberHacker podcast series which has over 100,000 subscribers and is currently in production for season 2.
Talking Points
Cyber Security - The Dangers Explained
A terrifying delve into the world of hackers and how easy it is to hack into people's lives, and businesses and destroy them. Bastien covers these threats in an easy-to-understand manner. Cyber Security - The Dangers Explained
A hacker is like someone hiding under your bed, do they have a litre of petrol, a knife or a key to your safe? Making the connection between the intangible and real-life examples of hacks and some fun and clever strategies to stop them.
Cyber and Politics
Fake news, media and deep fakes are affecting the way we vote, we shield our views and surround ourselves with like-minded people... Could this be the end of the world as we know it? Will technology ruin us or save us? Bastien dives into this topic with examples, shocks us with demos and ends with a positive spin on the world that will leave you thinking...
Cyber and Politics
Successful Entrepreneur
Bastien covers the threats businesses face today, and how he went from door-knocking for clients to exiting 14 years later and not having to work but choosing to follow his passions. Successful Entrepreneur
In this presentation, Bastien covers his journey of growing and nurturing a business to success in today's harsh landscapes of pandemics, wars and cybercrime, all trying to chip away at your profits.
AI Leadership and the Future workforce
Bastien Treptel describes a possible future, the leadership in business required to achieve it and how to harness its power to elevate your teams.
AI Leadership and the Future workforce
AI and Cybercrime - Leadership Guide
Ex Criminal Hacker Bastien Treptel takes the cover off how AI is being used by cybercriminals and how to protect your organisation through leadership and future thinking.
AI and Cybercrime - Leadership Guide
AI a Future of good and bad...
Future cities, workforces, health and lifestyles could all be improved, however let's take a second to imagine the dark side and how to prevent the AI apocalypse...
AI a Future of good and bad...
Hacking With AI
An entertaining, keynote into the darker sides of AI where Bastien demonstrates modern AI hacking techniques and how AI is being used today. You will laugh, cry and feel some genuine fear for our future. Bastien will however end on a message of hope that will leave your audience entertained and thinking for weeks to come.Hacking With AI
Key Takeaways
- Access to Bastien's App on Cyber Safety
- 10 Things we can all do today to prepare for the age of AI Hacking
- One lucky person or team a one on one with Bastien to create an action plan for business.
Video
Bastien Treptel | Co-founder of CTRL Group, Expert on Cyber Security | Saxton Speakers
Discover the dynamic world of cybersecurity with Bastien Treptel, co-founder of CTRL Group and leading cybersecurity expert. Bastien has deep expertise in cyber risk management, data protection, and digital transformation. Whether you're looking for an engaging Keynote Speaker or a knowledgeable MC for your next event, Bastien brings a wealth of experience and actionable insights to the stage. Ready to elevate your event with a powerful message on cybersecurity? Learn more about Bastien Treptel and explore his speaking topics here: www.saxton.com.au/speakers/bastien-treptelCyber Security | Bastien Treptel
Cyber security is one of the key threats to modern businesses and society. A panel of experts in the field spoke at the Multiplex today about how to best keep safe online and what to do if you find yourself exposed to a hacker.Most Breaches Start with Social Engineering - Bastien Treptel
As a curious child, unwilling hacker, convicted criminal, business owner and retiree at 40, Bastien Treptel has an incredibly interesting background on both the good and bad side of cyber security. As the co-founder of CTRL Group, Bastien has an unparalleled depth of experience in consulting various regional organisations on cyber threats, social engineering, capture the flag exercises and technological safeguarding measures to better protect their corporate environments. Bastien now spends his time riding motorbikes and traveling the world educating people on how to avoid becoming the next target.Bastien was incredible. Have already received fantastic feedback from delegates. He was also incredibly easy to work with and would highly recommend him for future events. ... keep reading MetLife Insurance Limited
