DR. RAKSHIT TANDON,
FOUNDER & DIRECTOR,
RT CYBER ACADEMY
Cybersecurity is evolving rapidly as AI transforms both the threat landscape and the way organisations defend their digital assets. Since 2022, our focus has expanded to helping enterprises, government agencies, defence personnel and law enforcement understand AI-driven cyber threats while strengthening capabilities in cybercrime investigation and digital forensics. AI has accelerated threats such as deepfakes, voice cloning, synthetic content and advanced malware, but it also offers powerful opportunities to strengthen cyber defence. The priority should be to develop more AI-driven security solutions that help defenders stay ahead of evolving threats while strengthening resilience against emerging cyber risks.
As organisations accelerate AI adoption, security must become an organisational culture rather than being limited to periodic awareness programmes. Strengthening digital infrastructure, conducting regular security audits and adopting security-by-design principles are essential for reducing cyber risks. The Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act is a welcome step as it places greater emphasis on data privacy, user consent and organisational accountability, encouraging enterprises to take data protection more seriously while strengthening their security posture.
Collaboration is equally critical in building a stronger cybersecurity ecosystem. Organisations, technology providers and security partners must combine their expertise to address emerging challenges and accelerate innovation. Platforms such as INFOTECH FORUM provide valuable opportunities for knowledge sharing, networking and meaningful collaboration, helping organisations discover practical solutions while strengthening India's cybersecurity ecosystem through continuous awareness, innovation and collective action.
