The Internet Will Never Be This Secure Again, IEEE's Kevin Curran on AI and Cybersecurity

Episode notes

What happens when one of the world’s most experienced cybersecurity educators looks at the future of AI and quietly admits that the internet may never be this secure again? In this episode of Business of Cybersecurity, I sat down with IEEE member and cybersecurity professor Kevin Curran for a conversation that moved far beyond theory and into the real-world risks, opportunities, and uncomfortable truths shaping the next era of digital security. Kevin brought a fascinating perspective to the discussion, shaped by nearly three decades teaching computer science and cybersecurity at Ulster University, alongside years working with industry leaders, legal cases, and global media. Together, we explored how cybersecurity evolved from an afterthought into one of the most in-demand career paths in the world. Kevin explained why the rise of online commerce, social media, cloud services, and cryptocurrency completely transformed the threat landscape, creating an environment where cybercrime became financially rewarding and increasingly sophisticated. The conversation also tackled the growing cybersecurity talent gap and why AI is simultaneously creating new risks and new career opportunities.