Cyber threats conversation between Junior Gilpin, Director of Education, ISC2 Caribbean Chapter and Keron Rose on radio programme the Digital World.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing how businesses operate across the Caribbean, driving smarter decision-making, automation, and innovation. Yet as technology advances, cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated and frequent. On the Digital World radio programme, Junior Gilpin, Director of Education at ISC2 Caribbean Chapter, joined Keron Rose to explore how AI is transforming the cyber landscape and what Caribbean businesses must do to strengthen their resilience in this new era.
AI-Driven Cyber Threats Are on the Rise
AI is enabling unprecedented progress, but it is also changing how cybercriminals operate. Today’s attackers are leveraging AI to:
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Create large-scale, highly convincing phishing campaigns
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Generate deepfake voices and videos for executive impersonation
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Conduct automated vulnerability scans faster than human hackers
The same technology driving growth can be turned against unprepared organizations. Businesses that fail to adapt to these new risks could face data breaches, financial loss, and reputational damage.
Why Regular Security Audits Are Essential To Curbing Cyber Threats
Security audits are more than compliance exercises; they are proactive measures to protect digital assets and ensure operational integrity.
A comprehensive security audit helps organizations to:
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Identify outdated systems and weak points vulnerable to attack
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Detect inactive or unauthorized accounts accessing sensitive data
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Strengthen security controls and align policies with best practices
By conducting regular audits, business leaders gain visibility into their organization’s risk posture and can act swiftly to close gaps before cybercriminals exploit them.
Empowering Employees Through Awareness
Technology alone cannot stop cyberattacks. People remain the first line of defence.
Continuous security awareness training enables employees to:
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Recognize phishing attempts and social engineering tactics
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Avoid common errors that lead to security breaches
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Foster a culture of shared responsibility and vigilance
An informed workforce is a resilient workforce. When employees understand how to spot and respond to cyber threats, they become a critical part of the organization’s overall defence strategy.
The Road to Cyber Resilience
For Caribbean organizations, cybersecurity must be integrated into business strategy, not treated as an afterthought. To build resilience, companies should:
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Incorporate IT governance into core decision-making
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Adopt Zero Trust architectures that verify every access request
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Implement real-time monitoring to detect and respond to threats quickly
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Prepare for regulatory compliance well before enforcement deadlines
Cybersecurity in the Caribbean is no longer optional. It is the foundation of trust, continuity, and competitive advantage in an increasingly digital economy.
In case you missed it, check out our blog on Elevating Your Cybersecurity.
AI is reshaping industries across the Caribbean, unlocking opportunities and introducing new risks. The organizations that pair innovation with resilience will thrive. Now is the time to invest in stronger cybersecurity strategies that protect your data, your people, and your future.
