As hybrid cloud adoption accelerates, security has become the foremost priority for leaders in 2024, with “data security and ransomware protection” leading concerns. A global survey of over 1,500 DevOps decision-makers reveals revenue-generating goals, including optimal cloud solutions and AI strategies closely follow this focus. With cloud incidents tripling from 2021 to 2023, this panel will explore strategies for securing next-gen connectivity, emphasizing the importance of undersea infrastructure and satellite communication security. Experts will discuss enhancing resilience against cyber threats and ensuring robust protocols for vital global networks from the seabed to satellites.