In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, the intricate correlation between artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity has taken center stage. As AI continues to reshape industries across the board, its influence on bolstering cybersecurity measures has become undeniable. To delve into this fascinating intersection, we had the privilege of interviewing Martin Fockedey, Inspector of Certifications at the Belgian Centre for Cybersecurity. Our conversation spanned from the impact of AI on cybersecurity to emerging trends and the legal aspects governing this dynamic realm.

AI's Transformative Impact on Cybersecurity

Martin Fockedey pointed out that the integration of AI in cybersecurity has marked a paradigm shift. "AI has provided defenders with a powerful tool to enhance their ability to detect, respond to, and prevent cyber threats," he noted. AI algorithms can analyze vast amounts of data at lightning speed, identifying patterns that humans might overlook. This ability has not only streamlined security operations but has also enabled predictive analysis, allowing organizations to thwart potential attacks before they manifest.

Emerging Trends and the Role of Advanced Technologies

As technology marches forward, new avenues for both cyber attacks and defenses have emerged. "Advancements like OpenAI and Generative AI are both a blessing and a challenge," Fockedey explained. While these technologies can bolster the capabilities of cybersecurity tools, they can also potentially be harnessed by malicious actors to create sophisticated attacks. The rapid evolution of AI tools necessitates constant adaptation and innovation in the field of cybersecurity.

AI as a Guardian Against Cyber Threats

Fockedey emphasized that AI's value goes beyond just launching attacks or counterattacks. "AI can act as a guardian, providing a multi-layered defense by monitoring network behavior, detecting anomalies, and autonomously responding to threats," he said. This proactive approach can significantly mitigate the risks of cyberattacks, offering organizations an intelligent shield against evolving threats.

Navigating the Legal Landscape

With great power comes great responsibility, and the use of AI in cybersecurity is no exception. Fockedey discussed the critical role of legislation, legal frameworks, and regulations in ensuring that AI-powered cybersecurity measures are deployed ethically and responsibly. Striking a balance between innovation and compliance is essential to harness AI's potential without compromising privacy and security.

Addressing the Skill Gap through Education

As the conversation shifted towards the workforce, Fockedey acknowledged the widening skill gap in the cybersecurity and AI sectors. "To confront this challenge, comprehensive training is essential," he emphasized. With the rapid evolution of technology, ongoing education and upskilling are crucial to prepare professionals for the complex landscape of AI and cybersecurity.

Looking Ahead with Digitalcity.brussels

Fockedey's insights resonate strongly with the upcoming webinar hosted by Digitalcity.brussels, scheduled for September 19th. The webinar will delve deeper into the synergy between AI and cybersecurity, exploring its intricacies, challenges, and promises. As we navigate this complex terrain, it's imperative to stay informed and engaged.

In conclusion, Digitalcity.brussels stands as a pivotal resource in addressing the knowledge gap in AI and cybersecurity. Offering specialized training and educational initiatives, Digitalcity.brussels empowers individuals and organizations to stay ahead in the ever-changing technological landscape. To learn more and take part in our upcoming events, visit our website and discover how you can be a part of shaping a secure digital future.

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For Talent #Coaches &/or HR, they have to act as true #strategic partners and learn how to create a more dynamic talent model for the #future. Moreover, as #businesses have refined their #DE&I approach and #strategies, we have to revamp the traditional #people model to create more #value in the #workplace.

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For most #organisations providing an #engaging and #user-centric digital #experience isn’t a nice-to-have, it’s fundamental. And #understanding how to make that a #successful experience that is aligned to #business goals is what a Digital Product Owner - or #DPO - is for.

A Digital Product Owner (DPO) is the person who #oversees any company’s #digital experience. They work to streamline #internal processes, manage the #tools required to complete these #processes, and ensure that #users have a #consistent and seamless #experience.

Digital Product Owners ease processes across #teams and act as the conduit for #information between each team member. #Interacting with the people (internally and externally) means that DPOs are comfortable speaking to #engineers, #marketers or product teams.

To create a clear sense of the #work required they usually follow the #Scrum / #Agile Method which helps in following what #actions are completed, and the #work that still needs to be done; each of which is tied to a specific #objective defined for the #project and a #team.

The #missions of the Product Owner are both #operational and #strategic. Operationally, the DPO works on the #design and #testing of new #features to improve the product. This monitoring involves drawing up a #schedule, using a #backlog (an ordered list of tasks to be carried out in the development of a product) and meeting #deadlines for #deliverables.

To have a deeper understanding of this role, ⁠Digitalcity.brussels⁠ interviewed ⁠Ornella Maureemootoo⁠ - DPO in the #banking industry. Listen to our #Podcast #episode where wetackle the following points:

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In today's fast-paced world, the #technology industry plays a pivotal role in shaping our #future. As it continues to #revolutionize every aspect of our lives, it is essential to ensure that this sector reflects the #diverse society it serves. While progress has been made, we still face significant #challenges when it comes to #diversity, #equity, and #inclusion (#DEI). By delving into the importance of proper #strategies, our interview with Sara Mathijs aims in shedding light on how #companies can create an #inclusive culture and #leverage the power of diversity to thrive in the #digital era.

The Imperative of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

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How advanced #technologies can unlock the #potential of the life sciences industry?

The ability to store and analyze #data with the help of #AI has created new #possibilities for the academic community, #scientific researchers and the #biotech industry. Various applications of #AI are used in #biology. Moreover, in #biological science, AI plays a critical role in promoting innovation not only in laboratories but also throughout the #lifecycle of a #medication or #chemical product.

Furthermore, the extensive use of #bigdata is becoming increasingly important in #biotechnology and #bioinformatics as it continues to evolve and becomes available to academicians and #scientists.

Besides, a new generation of diverse #scientists must be trained at the intersection of biology and computer science (such as #Datascientists) and #training must be addressed in a more cross-disciplinary manner.

Liesbeth Ceelen holds a #PhD in #veterinary #medicine. She has been working in #start-up / scale-up companies in the #biotech and #healthcare fields where she took on numerous roles. Liesbeth is now #CEO of BioLizard, an #agile #bioinformatics and #datamanagement #consulting company providing tailored solutions to the life #sciences industry. She has both the scientific background and the management skills to lead #biotech businesses with vision and strategy. She aims in inspriring #people.

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Despite decades of advancements toward professional #equality, women are still deeply #underrepresented in the #tech industry.

These numbers and statistics are striking!

To answer this question, Digitalcity.brussels interviewed in April 2023, Anneleen Demasure - CEO of Belgium-based digital experience agency ⁠Dropsolid -

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By supporting the #development of the video #game industry, the city of #Brussels intends to #promote its local #talents. A first space dedicated to video game #creators, via the games.brussels association, was inaugurated on March 30th, laying the foundations of a new creative space for this rising industry.

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A growing market

A new creative hub in Brussels

The launch of Games.Brussels space aims to bring together the community of developers in Brussels, providing a platform to share knowledge, collaborate, and support each other. Located in the Dansaert district, it enables to small teams to work together, share expertise, and resources.
The initiative has the backing of the Brussels city and is supported by Fabien Maingain. While the industry in Brussels has significant economic importance, the region still lags behind the Flanders region.

Open since early 2021, the Games.brussels space aims in recruiting new team members to be 30 co-workers by the end of 2023 to create a positive & creative emulation.

Upcoming events for Games.brussels

Games.brussels is the regional video game association of Brussels-Capital Region. It has a long history, starting with the Brotaru in 2014; a monthly meet-up for game #devs, organized every month in Brussels. It's a place where professionals, students meet up and exchange feedback on their work. And the BIG event (BIG Brotaru) is yet to come! The once-a-year edition - in May 25th - is a one-time opportunity to make a hit if you're an inspiring indie studio, or if you want to show your gaming demos.

What's new in Gaming?

Listen to our #Podcast episode to get all the #insights of Guillaume Bouckaert on the #impact of advancing technologies such as #OpenAi on the gaming industry and its #careers.

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According to BCG, #cities account for about 80% of global GDP, making the #future of cities a priority for #governments and #businesses.

A smart city leverages numerous innovation & technologies #(I&T) to #improve the #quality of life of #citizens by enhancing #citymanagement and the use of its #resources.

This is the case of #Brussels who presented in March 17th its strategy for its "smart city" concept deployment, which is also in the sights of many #European cities. Broken down into 48 projects targeting 7 main areas, the Smart City strategy of Brussels is based on the objective to use resources and #services for citizens in an optimal way, keeping in mind the #social, #economic and #environmental challenges.

To deep dive into the "Smart City Plan", we have interviewed Aude Robert - Smart City Coordinator for Brussels City. In this #podcast episode, we go through several points:

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Without visual game artists, a game would be nothing more than ideas in a designer’s head.

To have a better understanding of this specific role, Digitalcity.brussels interviewed Maude L'Hoir, Game Art Designer in Belgium.

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The #gaming industry and community has always been a predominantly male space.

From #developers to characters to #players, men are at the forefront of gaming from every angle. But the reality is much more #diverse than that. Indeed, #women have played key roles and have been #influencial in the industry - such as Jade Raymond, who helped in the creation of Assassin's Creed.

Women influence trends and create countless #opportunities for #businesses.  

Digitalcity.brussels wanted to shine the spotlight on women's role in the gaming industry. In this #Podcast episode, we explore with Federica Nocerino - Consultant for Gaming companies - the following points:

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