Gov Tech Today

E44: Securing the Internet: Insights from Cloudflare's CTO on Government Cybersecurity


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In this episode of Gov Tech Today, host Jennifer Saha speaks with Dan Kent, Field CTO at Cloudflare, about his extensive career in public sector IT and cybersecurity. Dan shares insights on the importance of securing the internet, the role of DNS, legislative efforts to enforce security measures, and the impact of AI in the cybersecurity landscape. He also emphasizes the urgency of adopting AI advancements in government to stay ahead of cyber threats. Tune in for a deep dive into modern cybersecurity strategies and the future of government technology. 

00:00 Introduction to Gov Tech Today 

00:36 Dan Kent's Career Journey 

02:17 The Importance of Securing the Internet 

05:42 AI in Cybersecurity 

08:22 Government Adoption of AI 

12:44 Top Technology Priorities for State CIOs 

17:58 Combating AI-Driven Cyber Threats 

21:51 Advice for State Government Employees 

24:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7300958302484471808

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZdIfSsoSB4

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