Episode 3 - Data Protection in 2024 and Beyond: Not Just Tech, It's People (and AI) Too!

In this podcast episode, guest host Adrian Moir and guests Aaron Newsome, Scott Hetrick and Mark Gowdy discuss various aspects of data protection through a cyber resiliency lens, focusing on trends for 2024, the role of AI in enhancing security measures, and the importance of cyber resiliency in organizations. They emphasize the need for training staff to recognize phishing attempts and the challenges of data protection in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and data protection, emphasizing the importance of total data security, the threat of sleeping ransomware, and the implementation of zero trust security models. They discuss the need for frequent testing of backup restorations, the challenges posed by cloud solutions, and the critical role of human factors in data protection. The conversation concludes with insights into future trends for 2025, highlighting the significance of anomaly detection and flexible backup solutions.