In 2014 I founded WAVCi (Willems Anti Virus Consultancy International), a Belgian based company, which is specialized in giving lectures, keynotes and workshops all over the world. During the past three decades I have given presentations, lectures or keynotes in over 40 countries in 5 continents around the world. You can find all the topics I talk about at the ‘My keynotes and lectures’ page. Please contact one of the speakers agencies mentioned below if you are interested to hear and watch one of my keynotes. Alternatively you can contact me as well.

The site and name ‘WAVCi’ exists since 1995. It is one of the oldest security sites on the web. www.wavci.com redirects nowadays to this site.

I’m also the owner of www.anti-virus.be , www.malware.be , www.anti-malware.be (all redirecting to this site) and my old not-updated site www.anti-malware.info (with a large amount of old interviews, articles and pictures).

Over the past four decades, I’ve collaborated extensively within the cyber security sector, engaging with a diverse array of entities—from prominent security vendors to major industry organizations, CERTs, universities, and law enforcement agencies.

From February 2010 until November 2024, I’ve been serving as Security Evangelist and Global Security Officer at G DATA CyberDefense, headquartered in Bochum, Germany. G DATA made history in 1987 by developing the world’s inaugural antivirus software. Presently, G DATA defends their customers against an array of cyber threats utilizing cutting-edge software, AI technologies, and comprehensive services. Moreover, they provide online security awareness training to teach safe practices among employees.

Before joining G DATA, I held the position of Security Evangelist at Kaspersky, a leading cyber security technology firm headquartered in the UK with Russian roots. Kaspersky boasts an advanced suite of security solutions aimed at promoting ‘cyber-immunity’.

Preceding my tenure at Kaspersky, I served as a Security Technology Expert at Westcon-Comstor (NOXS, Data Alert), a renowned global security technology solution provider and IT distributor specializing in cutting-edge solutions.

Since July 2024 I am Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Clean Software Alliance (CSA). (Part-time)

The Clean Software Alliance (CSA) is a champion of sustainable, consumer-friendly practices within the software distribution ecosystem. The Clean Software Alliance includes also The Clean Search Alliance which advocates for self-regulation as a means to ensure the sustainability and growth of the search industry, mainly by provisioning a positive user experience while ensuring quality traffic for advertisers.

Read My Lips proposes a vast choice of Belgian high quality speakers and moderators who inform their public and are a source of inspiration. Read My Lips thereby contributes to the quality of public debates. Read My Lips attaches huge importance to recruit speakers who can propose a strong and fascinating story to their public. Read My Lips is able to add value to events and take them to the next level. Their professional speakers and moderators tell fascinating stories, provide captivating presentations, and convey tailor-made messages to the audience.

My first very good Speakers Office …

Speakersbase has the leading Belgian speakers of today, talking about the urgent topics that engage us all. They exclusively work with top experts who are thought leaders in their domain. They offer a tailor-made approach that guarantees true behavioral change thanks to a well-balanced mix of keynotes, workshops, teambuildings, training, coaching and content packages. Speakersbase is your one-stop-shop to find top speakers, moderators and thought leaders.

Highly recommended …

All American Entertainment (AAE) is a full-service speakers bureau and talent booking agency dedicated to meeting the needs of event professionals to book the best keynote speakers for their live and virtual events. They provide a best-in-class talent booking experience from start to finish, and connect audiences with innovative minds and powerful messages regardless of the industry.

As one of the US leading full-service speakers bureaus (established in 1994), Speaking.com represent top-rated keynote speakers and trainers on a variety of topics, including: sales, business, motivational, economy, leadership, team building, communication, change and innovation. Speaking.com represent global talent that can help you and your team with the world’s greatest keynote speakers: world leaders, best-selling authors, economists, leadership gurus and top business experts.

A-Speakers is an award winning Bureau with a global focus. They are one of the world’s largest speakers bureaus with a focus on growth and service. A-Speakers has experienced continuous growth and now serves several thousand keynotes every year. They have been named Best Speakers Agency in local markets and have won multiple Entrepreneurial Awards. They always strive to serve speakers and clients with stellar service. They aim to secure the best and most suitable speakers for all there clients.

Being a selfstanding term now, it stood originally for European Institute for Computer Antivirus Research. However EICAR is now busy in the general IT Security field. EICAR together with the Computer Antivirus Research Organization (CARO) developed the EICAR Test File (an industry standard) to test the response of computer antivirus (security) programs. Instead of using real malware, which could cause real damage, this test file allows people to test anti-virus software without having to use a real computer virus.

I’m co-founder of the organization in 1991 and a member of the board since May 2005.

The Anti-Malware Testing Standards Organization (AMTSO™) was founded in May 2008 as an international non-profit association that focuses on addressing the global need for improvement in the objectivity, quality and relevance of anti-malware and security testing methodologies.

I was a member of the board from May 2012 until July 2019.

Since 2023 I’m on the Advisory Board of the ThreatList (formerly The WildList by Joe Wells) which is now owned by AMTSO.

An internationally renowned Information security cluster, that has the objective to promote Information Security and the expertise in BeNeLux and Europe. Founded by the University of Leuven (K.U. Leuven), supported by European Commission FP7 and leading a unique PAN European Private partnership that interacts with Public Institutions, LSEC connects security industry experts, research institutes and universities, government agencies, end users, funding bodies and technical experts who are driving national and European research agendas.

I’m a member of the board since 2014.

AVAR (Association of anti Virus Asia Researchers) was formed in June, 1998 with a mission to prevent the spread of malware and the damage caused by it. AVAR aims to do this by developing cooperative relationships among anti-malware experts in Asia. AVAR is an independent and non-profit organization which focuses on the Asia Pacific region and consists of prominent experts from 17 territories including Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, UK, and the USA.

I was a member of the board from November 2019 until December 2024.

In October of 2013 I published my first book in Belgium and the Netherlands, titled ‘Cybergevaar’ (Cyberdanger). The book gives an overview of all online dangers and shows you how to arm yourself against them. Viruses, spam, hacktivism and even blatant cyber
wars between countries. Voting, paying bills, ordering tickets online… How safe is it really? How can you outsmart cyber criminals?
Read all there is to know about the present, past and future of cybercrime.

‘Cybergevaar’ is published by Lannoo.

In December 2015 I published an updated and translated version of my book titled ‘Cybergefahr’  in the German speaking countries.

‘Cybergefahr’ is published by Springer Vieweg.

In June 2019 I published a translated and new edition of my book titled ‘Cyberdanger’ worldwide.

This book describes the key cybercrime threats facing individuals, businesses, and organizations in our online world.

The book is important reading for all professionals engaged with securing information, people, and enterprises. It’s also a valuable introduction for the general reader who wants to learn about cybersecurity.

‘Cyberdanger’ is published by Springer International Publishing.

22 September 2020 together with Alain Dierckx I published my first SF Cyberthriller ‘Het Virus’ in Belgium and The Netherlands.

This book is a compelling thriller about a murderous computer virus.

The cyberthriller for everybody, more than fiction …

‘Het Virus’ is published by Lannoo.

Since 1989, I am Belgian’s internationally most quoted cyber security expert.

I’ve been interviewed and cited by hundreds of national and  international known media (random order):

CNN, TRT World, BBC, BBC World, Al Jazeera, WDR, VRT, VTM, NOS, NPO, RTL, NTR, TED,  Vice Magazine, Bloomberg, El Pais, El Confidencial, CSO, KITV 4 ABC, NewsTalk, De Standaard, De Morgen, Het Nieuwsblad, Gazet van Antwerpen, De Tijd, Het Laatste Nieuws, Het Belang van Limburg, De Gentenaar, Dag Allemaal, Humo, Knack, DataNews, ZDNet, TechPulse, IT Daily, Volkskrant, De Telegraaf, Computable, CRN India, New Security Magazine, Clickx, Red Hot Cyber, BNR Radio, Ring TV, PCM, Computer World, Dutch IT Channel, Telenet, Globb TV Spain, EOS, KMO Insider, Radio 1, Radio 2, Q Music, Joe FM, Studio Brussel, De Zemstenaar, Zemst Info, TechZine, IT Digital Security Sapin, HelpNet Security, Diaro Atlantico, Diaro Ferrol, Diaro Arousa, El Ideal Gallego, Diaro Bergantinos, Deia, El Dia, Correo Gallego, Channel Connect, La Region, Noticias Alava, La Razon, ZO Magazine, Fokus, Agencia EFE, Belga, Krone, InfoSecurity Magazine BE/NL/UK/RU/US, Smartbiz, Canarias 7, The Register, La Razon, Dom Poland, Business Reporter, Computer Totaal, La Vanguardia, Marqit, SC Magazine UK/US, Sterck Magazine, Apache, Bel RTL, Zaman Vandaag, Le Soir, IT Business DE, BFM RU, Business Insider, China Byte, Der Westen, Security Journal IT, Web Wereld, Focus DE, La Voz de Galicia, Le nouvel Economiste, Sécurité Informatique, Global Security Mag, CIO America Latina, Computer Bild DE/RU, Computer Idee, IT Sec RU, Le Point, PC Welt, PC Week RU, Het Parool, PC Plus, PC Pro, PC actual, TechJournal South, AD Nl, Computer Weekly, Deutsche Welle, It Reseller, IT Professional, Security.nl, Radio Nostalgie, Radio Contact, Kanaal Z, Tech World, NRC Next, NetOpus, IX, Heise.de , RBK TV RU, Radio City Talk, Chip, S TV, Dark Reading, Virus Bulletin and much more.

If you’re not listed and want to be included in this short list and you interviewed or cited me, please contact me!

You can find some media coverage on the pages below.