Rajib Subba on Investigating Nepal’s Cybersecurity Landscape

#Ep.044 Due to its novelty, Cyberspace is an obscure topic for most people. While individual ignorance of cyberspace and its threats might be a considerable vulnerability, the stakes are significantly higher when the same ignorance is seen among States. Yet, most Governments still do not pay attention to building up their cybersecurity, and the situation is worse for developing countries like Nepal which already have their hands full with reaching basic development goals. In this episode, PEI Colleague, Hridesh Sapkota, sits with Rajib Subba to discuss Nepal’s Cybersecurity Landscape. The two begin by demystifying the realms of cyberspace. They then explore how the Nepali State has maintained its cybersecurity, discussing recent failures and successes and if the Nepali State is doing enough given the growing contemporary threats in the cyber sphere. Rajib is former DIG and served as the Director of Communication Directorate in the Nepal Police. He did his Ph.D. in Communication and Information Sciences from the University of Hawaii at Manoa and brings more than twenty-five years of professional experience in communication, information technology, and crisis management. In addition, Rajib serves in various professional associations and community organizations, including the Computer Association of Nepal. Click here to support us on Patreon!!