Cloud protection and backup trends in 2024 are rapidly evolving, driven by technological advancements and the changing needs of organizations. These trends include the adoption of Zero Trust Architecture, Extended Detection and Response (XDR) systems, cloud-native security solutions, and the use of machine learning and artificial intelligence in security. Thought leaders in the field emphasize the importance of securing the entire cloud state and addressing security blind spots created by the rapid adoption of SaaS applications.