Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago

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In this special joint podcast episode with Cortida, we sit down with Andy Compton, founder of Cortida Limited, to explore the evolving landscape of cyber threats — hosted by Farhan Aanchawan from Symetri.

As ransomware attacks continue to rise, even targeting global retail giants, the AECO sector must take notice. Andy shares his expert insights on how organisations can strengthen their cyber resilience through smarter response strategies, thorough risk assessment, and awareness of cloud and insider threats.

We discuss what businesses can learn from recent breaches and how to embed a culture of cybersecurity from the top down — helping you stay prepared, protected, and one step ahead.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 – Introduction: Farhan & Andy
00:09 – About Cortida
01:07 – Cyberattack Surge
02:28 – AECO Sector Risks
03:01 – Ripple Effects
04:19 – AECO Vulnerabilities
05:16 – Incident Response Plans
07:28 – Handling Attacks
12:31 – Response Myths
13:21 – Recovery Examples
14:24 – Emerging Threats
15:22 – Cybersecurity Culture
20:22 – IT Leaders’ Advice
26:19 – Final Thoughts

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