Phil speaks with cybersecurity expert & futurist Skeeve Stevens to explore the potential for Russian interference in Australia’s upcoming election.

With the U.S. halting cyberattacks on Russia to encourage peace talks over Ukraine, concerns remain about Russia’s long-running cyber “shadow war” against Western nations, including Australia.

From ransomware attacks on businesses to influence campaigns in past U.S. elections, Russia has a history of cyber meddling.

Could similar tactics be used to disrupt our election? And how can we defend against them?

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