Sterling is a technology professional with a unique perspective gained from experience as a datacenter engineer in both public and private sectors. Spending years in technical and leadership roles with Data Management and Storage companies, he understands that data is our most strategic asset. He is committed to advancing the technological landscape and thought leadership around Data Safety and is always a willing contributor to enable and invigorate the channel, user, and industry communities on Data Resilience.
2025 cybersecurity predictions highlight state-sponsored warfare, critical infrastructure threats, zero-trust models, and quantum safety.
In 2025, companies will adopt a more holistic approach to zero trust to avoid being seen as security risks in an increasingly cyber-aware market. This shift will require organisations and developers to integrate zero trust principles across all levels and products, addressing potential breaches proactively. Zero trust will expand into areas like gaming, personal apps, and IoT as connected devices grow. It will also evolve to counter AI-driven threats, such as deep fakes, by prioritising proactive testing and defence.