People by WTF From Ghaziabad to Silicon Valley: Nikhil Kamath x Nikesh Arora | People by WTF | Ep. 11
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Jun 30, 2025 
In this captivating conversation, Nikesh Arora, CEO of Palo Alto Networks and former leader at Google and SoftBank, shares insights from his remarkable journey. He discusses the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the rise of AI, and how it will shape the industry. Listeners discover the importance of adaptability and innovation in business, as well as the cultural challenges facing India's entrepreneurial growth. Arora also explores the intersection of capitalism and democracy, emphasizing the need for leaders to embrace diverse perspectives in navigating success.
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Nikesh Arora's Formative Years
- Nikesh Arora grew up in an Indian Air Force family where resourcefulness and integrity shaped his character.
- Frequent moves taught him adaptability and how to thrive amid instability.
Cybersecurity's Rising Stakes
- Cybersecurity attacks have evolved from hobbyist exploits to professional endeavors with economic motives.
- Supply chain attacks target infrastructure to access numerous victims, increasing the threat scale.
Invest in Novel Cyberattack Vectors
- Entrepreneurs should focus on novel attack vectors in cybersecurity where new defense ideas can shine.
- Consider how granting agency to AI agents creates new vulnerabilities requiring innovative security solutions.