Sai University Vice Chancellor Dr. Ajith Abraham Discusses Global Cybersecurity Challenges on RBC Global Talks
17 October 2025
Insights on AI, quantum threats, and the future of digital defense from an international cybersecurity expert
Chennai, October 29, 2025: Dr. Ajith Abraham, Vice Chancellor of Sai University, was recently featured on RBC Global Talks, the international broadcast series by the Russian Broadcasting Corporation, where he shared his expert insights on cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and emerging digital threats.
In the engaging discussion, Dr. Abraham highlighted that cybersecurity is not a problem of today or tomorrow—it has evolved alongside technological progress. Drawing an analogy, he compared online defense mechanisms to building walls around a house: “When new threats arise, you keep raising the walls. But just like no wall can stop an elephant, in cyberspace too, there is no absolute protection.”
He emphasized that cyber threats grow in complexity as technology becomes more accessible, pointing out that tools once limited to experts are now available to anyone. “Today, even AI chat platforms can provide code or instructions that can be misused. This accessibility is both empowering and dangerous,” he cautioned.
On the role of Artificial Intelligence, Dr. Abraham stressed that AI itself is not inherently a threat — rather, it is a powerful technology that needs regulation and accountability. He proposed the introduction of digital watermarking for AI-generated images, videos, and audio to identify authenticity and prevent misuse such as deepfake scams, which have recently targeted individuals across Asia.
He further noted that legal cooperation between nations remains a major challenge in combating cybercrime:
“When a criminal acts from one country and targets victims in another, it becomes extremely difficult to enforce justice across jurisdictions. The damage is often done before the law catches up.”
Looking ahead, Dr. Abraham warned that quantum technologies represent the next frontier of cybersecurity challenges. “Quantum computing will drastically reduce the time required to crack encryption keys — what once took years could soon take seconds,” he explained.
Reflecting on his two decades of experience in cybercrime investigation, Dr. Abraham observed that criminals always seek the weakest link, just as robbers target houses with open windows. He stressed that education, awareness, and proactive security measures remain the most effective defenses — whether for governments, businesses, or individual users.
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He concluded with practical advice for everyday users:
“Be cautious of unknown links and calls, use complex passwords, enable two-factor authentication, and keep systems updated. Technology alone cannot secure us — awareness and responsible behavior are equally important.”
Dr. Abraham’s appearance on RBC Global Talks underscores Sai University’s global engagement and its leadership in the discourse on digital ethics, AI safety, and cybersecurity innovation.