The 2025 Cyber Security Landscape in SA: Navigating the Year Ahead - Darren Van Sommeren - Episode 129

In this episode, Darren Van Sommeren discusses the future of cybersecurity in South Australia heading into 2025. He outlines the rise in sophisticated cyber threats, driven by geopolitical instability, and calls for collaboration over fear as the key to resilience. Darren also unpacks how AI is reshaping the threat landscape, from deepfakes to phishing, and highlights the need for proactive defence strategies like threat hunting and clear communication to stay ahead. He emphasises that cybersecurity is a shared responsibility, requiring coordination across government, industry, and the community. With a realistic yet hopeful outlook, Darren encourages organisations to stay alert, informed, and united in the face of growing digital threats.

Darryn Van Someren Acting Government Chief Information Security Officer, Department of Treasury and Finance, SA

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