Hugo Parra and Steve Butterfield, VP of product management and VP of engineering, respectively, at Arcserve, have issued a set of 2024 predictions that are focused on worrying about SaaS trends, quantum computer hackers, and emerging regulations.
Here’s what they see ahead:
1. SaaS App Gaps Must Be Closed
The increasing gap between the number of SaaS apps in use and those with viable data loss strategies continues to widen. With the responsibility to secure major data platforms falling on the end-user, there’s a dominant need for SaaS app backup solutions.
2. Quantum-Resistant Encryption Will Become Vital
The emergence of quantum-resistant encryption will be a crucial feature in cybersecurity products. As quantum computing becomes a reality, businesses will need to prepare now regarding how to protect their proprietary information and prevent quantum-era cyberattacks before damage is done.
3. EU NIS 2 Regulations Demand Stronger Data Protections
European countries will incorporate NIS2 into their country’s legislation, which will strengthen the security requirements, address the security of supply chains, streamline reporting, and introduce stricter enforcement, leading to potential variations in data protection requirements in the US and beyond.
4. U.S. SEC Added Reporting Requirements Will Increase Transparency
New SEC regulations require companies affected by ransomware or other data compromises to report these incidents within four business days, especially if the incident impacts stock valuations and investor relations.
While there are plenty of other changes on the horizon as generative AI becomes ubiquitous, these are the areas IT pros should be focusing on for 2024. learn more about Arcserve.
Source: Arcserve: Four 2024 Data Protection and Cybersecurity Predictions
