What inspired you to become an expert in cybersecurity?
Having witnessed firsthand how geopolitics can disrupt economies and lives, I was attracted to cyber security as the new invisible frontline of global security. With a background in diplomacy and financial services, I’ve seen how fragile trust can be—and helping to protect it through innovation is hugely rewarding. Mr role at Glasswall allows me to combine a strategic lens with cutting-edge technology to address this critical challenge.
What will you be speaking about at the conference, and why is it especially important right now?
I’ll explore how AI is transforming both the opportunities and threats in cyber security. In a world of escalating cyber risks and increasing AI-enabled attacks, it’s key to outthink adversaries with the same tools they deploy. The stakes have never been higher for businesses, governments, and individuals.
The promise of AI to revolutionise threat detection is exciting. It means attacks can be identified in milliseconds rather than minutes.
What key takeaway do you hope attendees will gain from your session?
AI is a double-edged sword. Harness it with intent, and you can safeguard the future; neglect it, and you risk enabling threats you can’t control. Attendees will leave with actionable insights into leveraging AI to build resilience and trust in a hyper-connected, vulnerable world.
What trends or developments in AI excite you and concern you the most?
The promise of AI to revolutionise threat detection is exciting. It means attacks can be identified in milliseconds rather than minutes. But my concern is the democratisation of AI-powered cyber weapons; it’s not just nation-states, but any motivated actor who can disrupt lives on an unprecedented scale.
What advice would you give to someone looking to develop in the intersection between AI and cybersecurity?
Marry curiosity with urgency. Dive deep into the mechanics of AI and the psychology of adversaries. Build a mindset of perpetual learning—cyber threats evolve daily, and so must your understanding. Above all, focus on solutions that prioritise trust and resilience.
