Techstrong Group

If #AI is the new industrial revolution, why does it feel like only a few companies hold the keys? 🔑 Cloud, chips, models, funding, even policy now cluster around the same AI giants. Is there still room to build something meaningful if you don’t control a hyperscale data center? In a new #ShimmySays, Alan Shimel digs into how innovation survives in an AI oligopoly world. From the “AI land grab” to open models, decentralized compute, and community-driven tools, he looks at where the next wave of ideas can actually break through. 👉 Tune in live at 2:30 PM ET: https://buff.ly/mlai3UE 📖 Read Alan’s blog for more insights: https://buff.ly/HUM9mjE

Privacy, ethics, and innovation are converging faster than ever, creating new challenges for security leaders who must protect data while enabling progress. Today at 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗖𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹, a distinguished group of cybersecurity leaders will take the stage for the Deputy CISO Ask Me Anything Panel from 3:30 PM to 4:45 PM. Join an open discussion with: 🔹 Jerich Beason, Chief Information Security Officer, Waste Management (WM) 🔹 Angelique "Q" Napoleon, Cybersecurity Director and Division Deputy CISO, General Dynamics Information Technology 🔹 Shawn Harris, Senior Director of Cybersecurity and Compliance, Chipotle Mexican Grill 🔹 Kathy L., Head of Information Security, Skyworks Solutions, Inc. 🔹 Lawrence Embil, CISSP-CCSP CAIO-CP ITIL CISA CISM, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, and Privacy Executive, Strato.Ai The panel will explore the balance between technology and privacy, the role of AI in ethical information sharing, and how organizations can uphold data protection while driving innovation. Register now for free: https://buff.ly/rbU4AnM #CyberSecurity #InfoSec #Privacy #Ethics #AI #CruiseConWest

AI agents are transforming enterprise operations in 2025, driving automation, decision-making, and productivity at scale. But with innovation comes a new class of security challenges. Today at 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗖𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 from 2:30 PM to 3:15 PM, Timothy Youngblood, CISSP, CISO in Residence at Astrix Security, will lead a session on how organizations can secure the rise of Agentic AI. This session explores the emerging risks of AI-driven systems, including vulnerabilities in agent architectures, data manipulation, and the abuse of Non-Human Identities. Attendees will learn how to protect critical assets while enabling secure AI adoption across business environments. Key takeaways: ✅ Understanding security risks in AI and autonomous agent ecosystems ✅ Identifying vulnerabilities and preventing AI tool exploitation ✅ Mitigating Non-Human Identity abuse and agent hijacking threats 🎤 Includes a live Q&A. Register now for free: https://buff.ly/rbU4AnM #AI #CyberSecurity #AgenticAI #InfoSec #CruiseConWest #AIDefense

Supply chain vulnerabilities continue to be one of the biggest challenges in cybersecurity. Every new dependency introduces risk, and managing it requires transparency, collaboration, and strong security frameworks. Today at 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗖𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹, Cassie Crossley, Former VP of Supply Chain Security at Schneider Electric, will lead a session on Supply Chain Security from 2:30 PM to 3:15 PM. Drawing from real-world experience managing large-scale OEM programs, Cassie will share how organizations can strengthen supplier relationships, improve visibility, and implement effective end-to-end security lifecycle management. Key takeaways: ✅ How to structure and scale supply chain security initiatives ✅ Best practices in SBOMs, vulnerability management, and third-party risk ✅ Strategies to improve supplier transparency and trust Register now for free: https://buff.ly/rbU4AnM #CyberSecurity #SupplyChainSecurity #CruiseConWest #RiskManagement

Cloud security continues to evolve as organizations balance innovation, scalability, and risk. Understanding where the industry stands today is critical for making smarter security decisions tomorrow. Today at 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗖𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹, John Yeoh, Global Vice President of Research at the Cloud Security Alliance, will present "State of Cloud Security" from 11:45 AM to 12:30 PM. This session examines current cloud security trends, key research insights, and the shifting priorities shaping modern cloud strategies. Attendees will gain a clearer view of the threat landscape and actionable guidance to strengthen cloud resilience across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Key takeaways: ✅ Emerging challenges and solutions in cloud security ✅ Research-backed insights from global industry data ✅ Practical steps to enhance protection and compliance in cloud ecosystems 🎤 Includes a live Q&A. Register now for free: https://buff.ly/rbU4AnM #CloudSecurity #CyberSecurity #InfoSec #CruiseConWest #CloudComputing

What if your cybersecurity program could do more than protect the business? What if it could drive it forward? Today at 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗖𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹, Dan M., CSO and CISO at Legendary Entertainment, will present "Making Your Cybersecurity Program a Profit Center" from 11:45 AM to 12:30 PM. This session explores how forward-thinking security leaders are turning traditional cost centers into engines of value creation. Learn how to align cybersecurity with business strategy, measure ROI, and showcase security’s contribution to growth, innovation, and customer trust. Key takeaways: ✅ How to position cybersecurity as a driver of business value ✅ Practical steps for aligning security metrics with financial outcomes ✅ Ways to communicate ROI and influence executive decision-making 🎤 Includes a live Q&A. Register now for free: https://buff.ly/rbU4AnM #CyberSecurity #CruiseConWest #RiskManagement #BusinessStrategy

Deepfakes are no longer science fiction. They are a fast-growing cybersecurity threat that manipulates trust and undermines security. Today at 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗖𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹, James McQuiggan, Security Awareness Advocate at KnowBe4, will lead a session on Deep Fake Detection from 1:30 PM to 2:15 PM. This session explores how attackers use AI-generated voices, manipulated videos, and fake credentials to deceive individuals and infiltrate organizations. Attendees will gain insights into real-world examples and learn how to detect, prevent, and mitigate these evolving threats. Key takeaways: ✅ How to identify and analyze synthetic media threats ✅ Ways to evaluate the impact of deepfakes on insider risk ✅ Practical defensive measures to protect organizational integrity Register now for free: https://buff.ly/rbU4AnM #CyberSecurity #AI #DeepFakes #CruiseConWest #SocialEngineering