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CISO Dinner | Chicago

AI as Friend and Foe: Cybersecurity Leadership in the Generative AI Era

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

6:00-9:00 PM CST
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As Chicago's enterprises embrace digital transformation, local CISOs are grappling with the double-edged sword of artificial intelligence - AI is now both a powerful ally in defending the organization and a potent weapon for adversaries. This dinner session will delve into how security leaders can harness AI-driven tools for cyber defense while mitigating the new threats posed by malicious AI. With 76% of CISOs anticipating a material cyberattack in the next year and GenAI-driven data loss topping their concerns, the discussion will focus on strategies for staying ahead of AI-powered threats. Key topics include leveraging machine learning for threat detection and incident response automation, implementing robust AI governance frameworks to ensure ethical and secure use of AI (aligning with regulatory requirements), and preparing the cybersecurity team for the evolving skills demands of an AI-infused security landscape. We'll also explore cross-functional collaboration - how Chicago CISOs can work with CEOs, CFOs, and even CHROs to foster a cyber-aware culture that adapts to AI innovations. Attendees will gain insight into real-world scenarios of AI in action: from preventing sophisticated phishing and deepfake attacks to using generative AI responsibly for defensive purposes. By the end of the evening, Chicago's security chiefs will have fresh perspectives on navigating the balance between AI-enabled opportunities and risks, ensuring their organizations can innovate securely in this new age of intelligent threats.

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AI as Friend and Foe: Cybersecurity Leadership in the Generative AI Era

This Event is Presented By

In Partnership with CXOsync

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Agenda

6:00-9:00 PM CST

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