Experts emphasize cybersecurity importance in preventing data theft in digital age

Cybersecurity experts emphasize the importance of protecting data from falling into the wrong hands in today's digital era. The CyberSecure Andhra-2025 conference in Andhra Pradesh discussed the risks and technologies available to address cybersecurity threats, including AI-powered attacks and post-quantum cryptography. Speakers highlighted the need for immediate action to secure critical infrastructure and prevent data breaches.

Title: Cybersecurity Experts Highlight Urgency in Protecting Data in Digital Era

Cybersecurity experts gathered at the CyberSecure Andhra-2025 conference in Visakhapatnam emphasized the critical importance of safeguarding data from falling into the wrong hands. The conference, organized by the CII Andhra Pradesh Chapter, delved into the risks posed by AI-powered attacks and the potential disruption of existing cryptography by quantum computing.

Speakers at the event underscored the necessity of robust cybersecurity measures to protect critical infrastructure and prevent data breaches. Gudivada MLA Ramu Venigandla, founder and chairman of Eficens Systems, highlighted that Andhra Pradesh is at the forefront of integrating next-generation technologies with cybersecurity. He stressed that aligning innovation in AI and quantum computing with robust cybersecurity is essential to secure the state's digital backbone [1].

Brijesh Balakrishnan, global head of cybersecurity services at Infosys, discussed the adversarial arms race between AI-powered attacks and AI-enhanced defenses. He noted that while cybercriminals are leveraging AI for sophisticated attacks, defenders are using AI for real-time threat detection and response [1].

Ajay Kulkarni, leader of Quantum Safe & Hybrid Cloud Garage at IBM, warned of the disruption quantum computing poses to existing cryptography. He emphasized the need for immediate action through Post Quantum Cryptography (PQC) approaches, crypto-agility, and remediation patterns, including new NIST standards contributed by IBM [1].

Sanjay Chittore, founder and CEO of Quantum AI Global, unveiled Q-Forte, their patented full-stack PQC framework for securing identity, cloud, networks, transactions, IoT, and blockchain. He stressed the urgency of quantum-resilient governance to align with Andhra Pradesh’s vision of digital sovereignty [1].

The conference also highlighted the global cybersecurity market's growth, driven by rising concerns over AI-powered threats and quantum-era vulnerabilities. Analysts forecast that the global cybersecurity market could reach US$562.77 billion by 2032, expanding at a 14.4% compound annual growth rate [2]. Separate projections suggest the post-quantum cryptography space will expand at 41.47% annually, reaching US$17.7 billion by 2030 [2].

Companies like Scope Technologies Corp. are stepping up efforts to secure digital assets. The company recently acquired Plurilock Security Private Limited to bring quantum-resistant authentication to market. The acquisition strengthens Scope's market position and positions it to control the complete technology stack for quantum-safe authentication and storage [2].

The urgency of the situation is underscored by the fact that quantum computing is reaching what Nvidia's Jensen Huang calls an "inflection point." Early movers in quantum-resistant infrastructure could capture significant market share as enterprises scramble to upgrade legacy systems [2].

The CyberSecure Andhra-2025 conference underscored the need for immediate action to secure critical infrastructure and prevent data breaches. Speakers emphasized the importance of integrating AI and quantum computing with robust cybersecurity measures to protect data in today's digital era.

References:
1. [1] https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Visakhapatnam/cybersecurity-is-crucial-to-prevent-data-from-falling-into-wrong-hands-say-experts/article69960648.ece
2. [2] https://www.marketscreener.com/news/quantum-computing-could-break-the-internet-some-are-already-building-the-fix-ce7c51d2df8cf726