Security Leaders to Explore AI Integration, Advanced Threat Detection and Risk Management Strategies
Princeton, NJ – July 24, 2024 – As AI technologies become increasingly embedded into cybersecurity practices, ethical considerations around data privacy, reliability, transparency and regulatory compliance become more critical than ever. Recognizing the rapid expansion of AI as well as its implications on security, ISMG has announced its upcoming virtual summit, “AI’s Double-Edged Sword: Navigating Risks While Unlocking Opportunities,” scheduled for August 15, 2024.
The summit features a diverse lineup of sessions and speakers, including industry leaders and government officials, who will explore the synergy between human intelligence and AI in strengthening cybersecurity. The summit’s agenda is meticulously crafted to address the most pressing topics, from leveraging AI for defense and ensuring privacy and compliance to securing AI integration and combating AI-driven threats.
According to a report by MarketsandMarkets, the global AI in cybersecurity market is expected to grow from $22.4 billion in 2023 to $60.6 billion by 2028, at a compound annual growth rate of 21.9%. This projected expansion underscores both the transformative potential of AI and the risks and challenges of implementing the technology in cybersecurity practices.
“This summit brings together security experts who are advancing cutting-edge strategies, from leveraging AI for defense to addressing the critical challenges around data privacy of AI systems,” said Jennifer Eisenhofer, vice president, events, ISMG. “By tackling these complex issues, organizations can harness the power of AI to fortify their cybersecurity posture while upholding ethical principles and regulatory compliance.”
In his keynote fireside chat, Robert Costello, chief information officer of CISA, will discuss CISA’s pioneering efforts in integrating AI to bolster cyber defenses, including their recently developed AI road map. Costello will share insights from CISA’s strategic action plan, which focuses on responsible AI use, securing AI systems, and mitigating AI-related threats to critical infrastructure. This is a unique opportunity for information security practitioners to gain insights from one of the leading voices in the field.
The increasing sophistication of AI-driven cyberattacks calls for a fresh approach to cybersecurity defense mechanisms. In a session titled “Transformative Defense: Utilizing AI to Combat Cyberthreats,” attendees will explore how AI technologies empower security leaders to enhance their organizations’ defense capabilities, showcasing AI’s dual role as a formidable tool for attackers and a strategic asset in fortifying cybersecurity measures.
Additional sessions will address AI-driven cyber investigations, AI in healthcare, diverse industry applications of AI and the legal challenges of generative AI for cyber leaders. Experts in these fields, including John Banghart, senior director, cybersecurity services, Venable, and CyberEdBoard member; David Anderson, vice president, cyber, Woodruff Sawyer; Anahi Santiago, CISO, ChristianaCare, and CyberEdBoard member; Alex Vitruk, senior associate attorney, BakerHostetler; and Lisa Sotto, partner and chair of the global privacy and cybersecurity, practice, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP, and CyberEdBoard member, will provide insights on these critical topics.
U.S. Rep. Bill Foster, Illinois’ 11th Congressional District, will conclude the summit with an exclusive session on AI’s regulatory future. He will discuss the pivotal role of the Congressional AI Task Force in shaping the U.S. leadership in AI innovation while addressing crucial regulatory considerations. The discussion will enable attendees to explore the intersection of technology, governance and the expanding use of AI across public and private sectors alike. Attendees will have a front-row seat to Foster’s insights on navigating AI’s transformative potential through strategic initiatives and policy proposals.
By bringing together top experts and policymakers, the ISMG Virtual AI Summit aims to foster innovation and strategic dialogue and equips participants with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complexities of AI adoption responsibly and effectively. With sessions that address both the opportunities and risks associated with AI, participants will leave equipped with strategies and real-world examples to fortify their cybersecurity postures.
For more information and to register for the summit, click here.
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About ISMG
Information Security Media Group (ISMG) is the world’s largest media organization devoted solely to information security and risk management. Each of our 38 media properties provides education, research and news that is specifically tailored to key vertical sectors including banking, healthcare and the public sector; geographies from North America to Southeast Asia; and topics such as data breach prevention, cyber risk assessment and fraud. Our annual global summit series connects senior security professionals with industry thought leaders to find actionable solutions for pressing cybersecurity challenges.
About ISMG Events
ISMG Events is a premier platform for security professionals and practitioners worldwide. Our global, annual events bring together the ISMG Events Community, comprising over 40,000 members, to exchange knowledge, insights and best practices in the field of cybersecurity. The cornerstone of our event portfolio is the ISMG Global Summit Series. These summits take place both virtually and in-person, offering participants a diverse range of topics to explore. In addition to our Global Summit Series, ISMG Events hosts exclusive Executive Roundtables and ISMG Engage events that are closed-door, topic-focused discussions that provide practitioners with a collaborative environment to address today’s most pressing security concerns.
About CyberEdBoard
CyberEdBoard is the premier members-only community of executives and thought leaders in the fields of security and IT. CyberEdBoard’s membership provides executives with a powerful peer-driven collaborative ecosystem and library of resources to address complex challenges shared by CISOs and senior security leaders worldwide. Executive members utilize the CyberEdBoard engagement platform to further enhance their professional brands, create and exchange member-exclusive resources, obtain accredited education and content, contribute in the executive mentor marketplace and seamlessly connect with senior security peers and experts around the world.
