Cybersecurity threats know no borders, and as such, a comprehensive understanding of regional challenges is paramount in fortifying global defenses.

Esteemed cybersecurity leaders from around the globe will convene to share invaluable insights gleaned from their respective regions, shedding light on the diverse challenges faced in the realm of cybersecurity.

From Asia-Pacific to Europe, India to the Americas, our esteemed panelists will provide unique perspectives on the evolving threat landscape, regulatory landscapes, and innovative approaches to cybersecurity.

Topics include:

• Cyber on the frontline of national security
• Regulation and approaches to managing and militating risk
• Workforce – What problems are we trying to solve and progress being made?

Brings to life the popular Cyber Guild See It To be It Spotlights.

Rising stars and rock stars from all aspects of cybersecurity share their personal stories of their journeys to cyber. 

Highly interactive session facilitated by Lightcast, the company behind Cyberseek.org.

Building better workforce solutions requires silos to be broken down between key stakeholders such as employers, talent, and training providers. Be one of the first to get hands-on access to the new Cyberseek.org employer “skills based hiring toolkit”.

We are all leaders in our own way, for our own career, for a work team, or informally through influence in organization or social networks. This is an opportunity to play a leader role to contribute feedback from the perspective of a key stakeholder in cyber hiring practices.

Safeguarding Elections in the Age of Misinformation

2024 is election year, globally! Estimated 64% of the global population will be represented in an election this year in over 64 countries. In an era where misinformation runs rampant, safeguarding the integrity of our elections has never been more crucial.

A once in a lifetime opportunity to be in the audience for this podcast interview. Nationally recognized podcasters lead a discussion to  explore the complexities of combating misinformation and ensuring fair and transparent elections.

Discussion will cover:

• How to identify and debunk false information
• The role of technology and social media platforms in spreading and combating misinformation
• The importance of digital literacy and critical thinking to navigate proliferation of misinformation

As the digital landscape continues to expand, so too do the threats against our most vulnerable population: children. Online child exploitation is a pervasive and heartbreaking issue that demands immediate attention and coordinated action.

In this intimate fireside chat, experts will delve into the multifaceted challenge posed by online predators and discuss proactive measures to safeguard our children in the digital age.

Threat actors and aggressors are a diverse network not bound by geography, moral code, or compliance. Only a diverse, purposeful, and skillful network can counteract them.

A highly interactive session, lead by our friends from Skull Games to help demonstrate how the cyber mindset and related know-how and skills can play a role in protecting our most vulnerable.

In an era defined by rapid technological advancement, the intersection of cybersecurity, AI, quantum computing, and satellite technology heralds a new frontier of possibilities and challenges.

Be more informed and expand your horizons in this discussion amongst true cyber experts from across industry, academia and policy. Our distinguished panelists will share insights, experiences, and predictions on how these domains intertwine to shape the landscape of the 21st century.

Topics include:

• Symbiotic relationship between Ai and cybersecurity
• Harnessing the power of quantum computing for data security and analysis
• The role of satellites in an era of interconnected devices and smart cities
• Ethical considerations and regulatory frameworks in the age of emerging technologies

A powerhouse of women leaders join in frank conversation and share insights and strategies for breaking barriers and driving meaningful change in boardroom diversity.

While progress has been made in recent years, women’s representation in corporate boardrooms and at leadership levels remains a pressing issue.

Topics included:

• Importance of diversity in corporate governance and decision making
• What is the criteria for a successful board leader
• Overcoming systemic barriers and biases in boardroom recruitment
• Strategies to build experiences, network and capabilities for aspiring women leaders

A new addition to UWIC. This is a crossover event with the Cyber Guild Recognition Awards reception drinks.

This crossover UWIC Afterparty provides a once in a lifetime opportunity to mix and mingle in with UWIC speakers and alumni, Cyber Guild Luminaires, Partners, and Recognition Awardees past and present.