Keren Elazari is a highly respected cyber security analyst, author, and researcher with an impressive 25-year track record in the field. She is renowned for her expertise in emerging security technologies and trends, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), and serves as an independent strategic advisor to leading technology providers, government agencies, innovative start-ups, and Fortune 500 companies.
In 2014, Keren made history as the first Israeli woman to deliver a speech at the prestigious TED Conference. Her talk has garnered millions of views, been translated into 30 languages, and has been selected as one of TED's 'Most Powerful Ideas'. It remains one of the most watched talks on cyber security and hacking. Keren holds a CISSP certification and has earned a master's degree in security studies. She is also a visiting faculty member at Reichman University and a senior researcher at the Interdisciplinary Cyber Research Center at Tel Aviv University.
Keren is the founder of BSidesTLV, Israel's largest security research community, and the creator of Leading Cyber Ladies, a global professional network for women in the field of cyber security.
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In a world increasingly governed by technology, speaker Keren Elazari invites attendees on a journey through the digital landscape from a hacker's perspective. Drawing from her personal experiences, Keren explores the fearless spirit of hackers as pioneering innovators and early adopters of technology. She demystifies AI's role in cybersecurity, highlighting its potential and limitations, and presents chilling examples of "malicious innovation" involving automation and adversarial machine learning. Keren emphasizes the critical role of trust in this digital age and posits that friendly hackers could be the unsung heroes in identifying and rectifying flaws in complex algorithms. Attendees will gain insights into the intricate dance between AI, cybersecurity, and the hacker ethos, understanding the risks and opportunities ahead.
In 2020, the Covid-19 pandemic pushed our lives further into the digital realm, introducing new vulnerabilities. The years 2022 and 2023 saw ongoing wars and geopolitical conflicts. Now, in 2024, billions will participate in global democratic elections. Keren Elazari will discuss how geopolitics shape the evolving cybersecurity threat landscape, from sophisticated cybercriminal campaigns to foundational attacks on digital trust. As cyber warfare becomes the new norm, understanding its implications for global security and the pivotal role of trust in our digital society is crucial. Attendees will learn why adapting digital defenses is essential in these challenging times.
Cybersecurity is no longer just about safeguarding secrets; it's about preserving our digital way of life. As cyber criminals innovate at breakneck speeds, how can we stay one step ahead? Keren Elazari Explores the future of cybersecurity, the lessons we can learn from hackers, and the importance of fostering diversity in the tech world. In an age where data reigns supreme, hackers have emerged as both villains and heroes. But beyond the headlines, there's a world of innovation driven by the hacker ethos. Discover how businesses are tapping into hacker creativity, the surprising ways in which hacking can drive product improvement, and the transformative power of hacker culture.
