
The 2025 ISMG Virtual AI Security Summit is the ultimate digital gathering for cybersecurity leaders and AI innovators, offering unique case studies into how artificial intelligence is transforming security strategies across diverse sectors. This global summit will feature actionable perspectives from top industry experts, exploring AI’s role in shaping the future of threat defense and identity protection.
Attendees will gain insights into how AI is not only being weaponized by cybercriminals but also driving innovations in identity verification, supply chain security, and the integration of advanced computing technologies to counter increasingly sophisticated threats. Sessions will explore real-world applications, tackle pressing ethical challenges, and offer a roadmap for navigating the complexities of AI-driven cybersecurity.
Gain the strategies and knowledge necessary to fortify your defenses and stay ahead of AI’s transformative impact on information security. Join us for unparalleled access to a global brain trust of thought leadership at the cutting edge of cybersecurity and machine learning.
Director, Municipal Modernization & Partnerships, Municipal Information Systems Association, Ontario
Executive Leader in AI
CISO, Águas do Tejo Atlântico
VP and Chief of AI, Oxy
Artificial Intelligence Policy Lead, U.S. Department of Homeland Security
VP, CISO, Information Security, Centene Corporation, Carolina Complete Health
CISO, Grand Canyon Education
Deputy CISO, Hearst
Managing Director, AI and Quantum, Moody's Analytics
CISO, Equifax UK
Lead Data Scientist, Glencore
Managing Director, Technology Business Strategy, Venable LLP
Thought Leaders on Stage Leading Deep-Dive Discussions
ISMG Summits bring the foremost thought leaders and educators in the security space to the stage, interactive workshops and networking events. Learn from the “who’s who” in cybersecurity passionate about the latest tools and technology to defend against threats.
9:55 - 10:00 SGT
Co-Founder and Former Director, AI at Wharton, The Wharton School of Business
CISO, Channel 4
This session will explore how AI can be utilized to enhance organizational resilience, while addressing the associated challenges in threat detection, response, and human involvement.
Purk will discuss the evolution of AI-driven security measures to counter emerging cyber threats and consider the interplay between human factors and algorithmic precision. The discussion will offer practical insights into responsibly leveraging AI for sustainable digital security, addressing risks of automation and maintaining human trust.
Senior Staff Security Consultant, Office of the CISO, Google Cloud Security
In this session, Dr. Anton Chuvakin of Google Cloud shares insights on:
Anton Chuvakin, Senior Staff Security Consultant, Office of the CISO,
Google Cloud Security
Director, Municipal Modernization & Partnerships, Municipal Information Systems Association, Ontario
Executive Leader in AI
CISO, Águas do Tejo Atlântico
Despite the demonstrated value of AI, especially Generative AI, conveying its benefits to the board effectively remains a significant challenge.
Chief Technology Officer, CyberSecurity Malaysia
For cybersecurity practitioners, the key challenge has been building effective processes to integrate AI into their cybersecurity operations and managing AI sprawl to ensure governance structures meet stringent AI security and privacy regulations.
VP and Chief of AI, Oxy
Artificial Intelligence Policy Lead, U.S. Department of Homeland Security
VP, CISO, Information Security, Centene Corporation, Carolina Complete Health
These risks are particularly acute in industries where operational technology (OT) and informational technology (IT) converge, making the entire ecosystem vulnerable to attacks originating from third-party vendors.
CISO, Aboitiz Equity Ventures Inc
Board of Director, CISO and Head of IT Consulting & Software Engineering, Exceture Inc
Vice President, South East Asia-Australia, Centre for Strategic Cyberspace & International Studies
While AI’s automation capabilities enhance efficiency and innovation, they also introduce significant challenges related to accountability, transparency and ethical considerations. In absence of proper AI governance, there is a heightened risk of privacy breaches, biased algorithms and the malicious exploitation of AI technologies.
Chief Security Advisor, Americas, Tanium
Join Tim Morris for an engaging fireside chat on the transformative role of AI in modern security strategies. From AI-driven threats like deepfake phishing and adaptive malware to groundbreaking innovations in real-time visibility and continuous compliance, this session will explore how organizations can stay ahead in the battle between attackers and defenders.
CISO, Grand Canyon Education
Deputy CISO, Hearst
CISO, Equifax UK
By automating threat detection, predicting potential security incidents, and enabling more effective threat hunting, AI helps organizations stay ahead of increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. However, effectively deploying AI in cybersecurity requires overcoming challenges such as ensuring model accuracy, managing data, and integrating AI seamlessly into existing security operations. This session will explore the strategic and practical considerations for leveraging AI to build stronger, more resilient defenses, specifically addressing the needs of CISOs.
Group Head of Information Security Advance Intelligence Group
Chief Executive Officer, CyberXCenter
Principal Enterprise Architect - Enterprise and Data Architecture, Royal Philips
Yet, despite widespread recognition of AI’s potential, many leaders struggle with implementation complexities. The feasibility of an AI-first approach depends on strategically integrating AI into core operations while addressing practical challenges – from driving measurable value and innovation to navigating organizational complexities. Leaders aiming to embrace AI at scale need actionable strategies for successful implementation.
Head of AI Partnerships, Engagement & Strategy, United Nations Development Program
Lead Data Scientist, Glencore
The potential for bias in AI algorithms, often stemming from training data, can lead to discriminatory or unfair outcomes, such as biased profiling or misclassification of threats. The opaque “black box” nature of many AI systems complicates these issues, making it difficult to understand how decisions are made, which can erode trust and hinder accountability. This session will explore the critical ethical considerations of deploying AI in cybersecurity and provide strategies to develop and implement AI systems that are fair, transparent, and trustworthy.
Southeast Asia Regional Director and Philippines Country Head, Gogolook
It is a sophisticated weapon that is difficult to detect because proliferation of AI tools that are weaponized to create fake voice, content and profiles.
Managing Director, Technology Business Strategy, Venable LLP
Executive Vice President, Global Head of Identity, Mastercard
AI’s ability to mimic biometrics and exploit identity proofing tools is driving a rise in identity-related suspicious activity, accounting for nearly 75% of suspicious activity reports filed by banks. While AI presents new risks, it also offers promising defenses, such as AI-powered liveness detection for biometrics and risk analytics. Yet, these tools alone will not suffice in combating increasingly sophisticated AI-driven attacks.
Vice President and Head - Asia Pacific and China, Bosch
Group Chief Risk & Compliance Officer, Axiata
Supply chains are growing longer, involving numerous partners, multiple regions and a wide array of products. While these networks offer benefits like cost reduction and global reach, they also introduce significant cybersecurity risks.
Any disruption in the supply chain can have cascading effects, resulting in financial losses, reputational damage, and, in extreme cases, threats to national security. As traditional security measures prove inadequate, organizations are turning to artificial intelligence and machine learning (ML) solutions, though the implementation path remains complex and sometimes unclear.
Managing Director, AI and Quantum, Moody's Analytics
CISO, Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center
Supercomputing, with its immense computational power, is crucial for training complex AI models and processing enormous amounts of data at unprecedented speeds. This partnership has far-reaching implications, from accelerating scientific research to improving real-time analytics across various sectors. This session will delve into the fusion of AI and supercomputing, offering insights into the latest advancements, strategic advantages, and how to harness this powerful combination for innovation.
Key Takeaways:
Director, Virtual CISO, Security Decoded
Chair, Advisory Committee, OT-ISAC
Looking ahead to 2025, the use of AI in threat intelligence and automated response will undergo significant transformations, reshaping the tools, strategies and collaborative efforts aimed at combating advanced, AI-driven cyberattacks. Organizations need to adapt their security approaches to stay ahead of evolving threats while ensuring efficient and effective response mechanisms.
The session will cover:
CISO, National General, Allstate
Director of Engineering, Security, Privacy, and Infrastructure, Grammarly
These AI-enabled cyber threats are not just theoretical; they are already being deployed to automate tasks like vulnerability scanning, phishing, and even bypassing traditional security measures with unprecedented precision. This session will dive into how adversaries are using AI to craft more personalized, adaptive, and stealthy attacks that can outmaneuver conventional defenses. We’ll examine real-world examples of AI-powered attacks an discuss actionable strategies to anticipate and counter these evolving threats.
Key Takeaways:
Chief of Cybersecurity, Region 3, U.S. Department of Homeland Security
CISO, Seguros Monterrey New York Life
This session will explore how AI and human expertise can complement each other, creating a more resilient and adaptive security framework. By leveraging AI’s analytical strengths alongside human intuition and contextual understanding, organizations can enhance their threat detection, response, and mitigation strategies. We will dive into best practices for designing workflows that maximize the strengths of both AI and human analysts, ensuring that your security team remains agile and effective.
You Will Learn:
Director of Technology - AI/ML, Raymond James
Chief AI Officer, Arcelor Mittal
For the success of Gen AI adoption, organizations must ensure that their IT infrastructure can support AI initiatives, including data management systems, computing power, and integration capabilities.
The session will delve into the foundational elements required to build and maintain an AI infrastructure that can scale effectively with increasing data volumes, computational demands, and evolving business needs. It will cover the best practices for integrating scalable computing resources, data management systems, and robust architecture frameworks to ensure long-term AI success.
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16:00 - 16:05 SGT