Ep 058 The Godfather of Cyber Pt 3: Darren Hopkins on Business Security & Cyber Resilience

Kicking off the first podcast for 2025, host Nigel Heyn sits down with The Godfather of Cyber Security, Darren Hopkins, for a deep dive into cyber resilience.

From emerging threats to strengthening your organisation’s defences, Darren shares critical insights every business leader needs to hear. You’ll gain practical strategies for safeguarding your data, navigating compliance challenges, and building a strong cyber-aware culture.

Whether you’re an IT professional or a business owner looking to enhance security, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. Don’t wait for a breach to take action—learn from an industry leader and protect your business today.

How are you strengthening your cyber resilience? Watch the full episode now.

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00:00 - Start
00:30 - Welcome to REDD’s 2025 Podcast
00:52 - Cybersecurity: Are We Winning or Losing?
02:00 - The Battle Between Security and Convenience
03:09 - The Cost of Complacency: A Ransomware Reality Check
05:45 - The Growing Threat: Attackers Are Adapting
07:38 - Ransomware Payments: A Rising Crisis
09:36 - Preparedness Matters: Incident Response and Planning
11:11 - Legislation Changes & Mandatory Ransomware Reporting
11:37 - Brand Damage & Negotiating Ransom Payments
14:18 - Cybercrime Trends & AI-Driven Threats
18:19 - Supply Chain Risks & Real-World Cyber Attacks
22:11 - Evolving Cyber Threats & Attack Methods
26:35 - Regulatory Changes & Government Involvement28:08 - The Need for Cybersecurity Standards
33:18 - Cyber Security in 2025

If you would like to discuss any of the topics discussed in this episode further with a REDD expert or if you would like to be a guest on the show, please get in touch either via our website or email, enquiries@redd.com.au & https://redd.com.au.