From Startup to Cybersecurity Leader: Oliver Winzenried at Bold Talks

Aug 11, 2025
16 mins

Episode Description

In this special edition of Bold Talks, Epi Ludvik sits down with Oliver Winzenried, Founder and CEO of Wibu-Systems, finalist and then winner at the Bold Awards 6 Edition. Oliver shares the company’s 36-year journey from pioneering PC copy protection to becoming a global leader in software protection, licensing, and cybersecurity.

Discover valuable insights on:

  • Building a sustainable tech business without chasing the “unicorn” rush
  • Why trust, security, and long-term vision matter more than speed
  • The role of continuous innovation and strategic partnerships
  • Emerging trends like AI-driven security, post-quantum cryptography, and the convergence of licensing & protection
  • How Wibu-Systems protects IP for additive manufacturing and 3D printing

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, tech leader, or cybersecurity enthusiast, this conversation offers lessons in resilience, adaptability, and bold thinking.

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