Rubaiyyaat Aakbar

Head of Cybersecurity, Insuretech startup

Aakbar has been the head of cybersecurity for an emerging insuretech startup in Singapore since 2019. He has almost two decades of experience, listed twice in the ASEAN Top CSO30 and holds globally recognized GRC certifications. Aakbar often speaks at regional conferences, and his insights on contemporary cybersecurity trends and threats appear in tech magazines.

Event Horizon: What's Driving Data Localization Laws in Asia

Rubaiyyaat Aakbar • September 30, 2024

Southeast Asia is emerging as a major hub for data center growth, and the data center market is expected to reach $17.73 billion by 2029. But several nations' hawkish approach to data sovereignty is complicating cross-border data transfers and efforts to harmonize the region's digital policies.

Eye on the Event Horizon

Rubaiyyaat Aakbar • January 15, 2024

Hackers have found ways to intercept SMS messages, so companies must explore more secure MFA options to ensure their users' safety. Your smartphone can still hold some different answers for secure OTP, but undoubtedly, SMS OTP is no longer safe. It’s time to flip the switch.