presents What’s Next

Cybersecurity & Today's Threat Landscape

with Knut Olav Straumstøyl & Mads Helland Astrup, Politiet

When 29 October

Where Grenseveien 21, FOMO

See you at 08:30 AM onwards

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WHAT'S NEXT is FOMO's event series for people who refuse to be caught off guard. Every quarter, we bring in the voices already shaping what's coming, spark bold conversations, and turn insight into action. Staying ahead isn't luck — it's a mindset.

Doors open for coffee and conversation

08:30–09:00

30-45-minute keynote

From a leading voice

Q&A

~80 attendees

Knut Olav Straumstøyl & Mads Helland Astrup

Speakers of the day

Knut Olav is project lead for the Cyber Project and an investigation lead, with a long background across various specialist units within the police. Beyond leading the team investigating cybercrime in Sør-Vest, he is also a pre-appointed investigation lead for the most serious cases in our district — regardless of case type. Mads is the district's digital response lead, with 10 years of experience from Oslo and Kripos. His day-to-day work involves guiding, assisting, and supporting colleagues on all kinds of cases we investigate, helping them make the most of digital traces and internet-based investigation.

Politiet Knut Olav Straumstøyl & Mads Helland Astrup

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This session tackles today's threat landscape and cybersecurity — not a corporate briefing on risk management, but something that speaks directly to you, both at work and at home. Seats are limited, so grab yours before they're gone.

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When 29 October

Where Grenseveien 21, FOMO Sandnes

See you at 08:30 AM onwards

Schedule for the day

08:30–09:00

Coffee and conversation

Connect with fellow founders, leaders, and curious minds in a relaxed setting. Enjoy coffee and stimulating conversations.

09:00–09:45

Seminar

Knut Olav and Mads from Sør-Vest Police District share insight into today's threat landscape — and what it means for you, not just your business.

09:45–10:00

Q&A

A unique opportunity for attendees to ask questions and receive answers from our speakers.

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