Defending Schools Against Cyber Attacks and Ransomware with Oliver Page of CyberNut

Send us Fan MailOliver Page is the Co-founder & CEO at CyberNut. Starting his journey as a teenage founder of NutKase Accessories, Oliver scaled the business to 60 countries before transitioning to cybersecurity. Now, with CyberNut, he focuses on providing schools with gamified, easy-to-use cybersecurity training. He is also an Angel Investor, and Startup Advisor.💡 5 Things You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why schools are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks.The real cost of ransomware attacks on schools.How phishing emails are exploiting vulnerabilities in education.Key strategies for implementing cybersecurity training in schools.The role of AI in the future of school cybersecurity.✨ Episode Highlights:[00:00:00] Introduction and Oliver Page’s journey from EdTech to Cybersecurity[00:02:45] Shocking statistics: phishing and ransomware attacks in schools[00:07:12] Why traditional cybersecurity solutions aren’t working for schools[00:10:50] How CyberNut’s training helps schools avoid cyberattacks[00:16:20] The role of AI and evolving cyber threats[00:20:00] What makes an effective cybersecurity solution for schools[00:27:30] Best practices for protecting schools from ransomware[00:33:15] How phishing training can improve school cybersecurity[00:39:00] The future of personalized cybersecurity training in education😎 Stay updated with Edtech Insiders! Follow our Podcast on:Apple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon MusicSign up for the Edtech Insiders newsletter.Follow Edtech Insiders on LinkedIn!🎉 Presenting Sponsor:Innovation in preK to gray learning is powered by exceptional people. For over 15 years, EdTech companies of all sizes and stages have trusted HireEducation to find the talent that drives impact. When specific skills and experiences are mission-critical, HireEducation is a partner that delivers. Offering permanent, fractional, and executive recruitment, HireEducation knows the go-to-market talent you need. Learn more at HireEdu.com. This season of Edtech Insiders is brought to you by Cooley LLP. Cooley is the go-to law firm for education and edtech innovators, offering industry-informed counsel across the 'pre-K to gray' spectrum. With a multidisciplinary approach and a powerful edtech ecosystem, Cooley helps shape the future of education. Tuck Advisors was founded by entrepreneurs who built and sold their own companies, frustrated by other m and a firms, they created the one they wished they could have hired but couldn't find. One who understands what matters to founders and whose North Star KPI is the percentage of deals closed. If you're thinking of selling your ed tech company or buying one contact Tuck advisors now. Every year, K-12 districts and higher ed institutions spend over half a trillion dollars—but most sales teams miss the signals. Starbridge tracks early signs like board minutes, budget drafts, and strategic plans, then helps you turn them into personalized outreach—fast. Win the deal before it hits the RFP stage. That’s how top edtech teams stay ahead.