New Delhi, Aug. 1 -- As India cements its position as a global digital powerhouse, the nation's cybersecurity landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace. To get an insider's view on how Indian enterprises are coping with rising cyber threats and regulatory changes, CiOL spoke to Bikramdeep Singh, Country Manager - India, Proofpoint, a global leader in human-centric security. In this exclusive Q&A, Bikramdeep shares his perspective on India's readiness for cyber threats, the rise of AI in cybercrime and defence, sectoral risk patterns, the impact of new regulations, and how to bridge the cyber talent gap. Excerpts.

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