In this episode of the Vertali Podcast, Ed Nell is joined by Mark Wilson, Technical Director at Vertali, to explore the intersection of generative AI and cyber security. They discuss the rapid rise of generative AI and its potential benefits, such as improving efficiency in fraud detection and document summarization, while also addressing the risks it poses to cyber security. Mark delves into how AI can be leveraged to enhance security, particularly within mainframe environments, and how businesses can balance the benefits with caution.

This episode is packed with insights into how generative AI is reshaping the cyber security landscape, offering businesses opportunities to utilize AI while staying vigilant against emerging threats.

Key Takeaways

Generative AI's Efficiency: AI can dramatically increase efficiency in tasks such as fraud detection and document summarization by automating processes that

previously took hours, saving time and resources.

AI in Cyber security: AI’s ability to analyse vast amounts of data quickly makes it a powerful tool for detecting anomalies and potential security breaches in networks

and mainframes.

Rising Threats: The accessibility of AI for creating ransomware and other cyberattacks has lowered the barrier for malicious actors, making cybersecurity

more challenging than ever.

Cyber Resilience: AI contributes to cyber resilience by improving response times and automating threat detection, although human oversight remains crucial.

Adapting to the Change: As AI transforms industries, organizations must be proactive, balancing innovation with caution. The importance of validation and checking AI outputs is vital to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Best Moments

"Generative AI can process massive amounts of data in seconds, allowing us to spot anomalies and threats we couldn’t see before."

"The barrier to entry for cyberattacks is now incredibly low—AI can be used by anyone to create tools that previously required specialized knowledge."

"AI’s role in cyber security is growing rapidly, but we must always validate the results to ensure it’s working for us and not against us."

"Cyber resilience is about more than just having the latest tech; it’s about having the right processes and people in place to recover from threats."

About Vertali

Vertali is a leading cyber security company specializing in IBM® mainframe infrastructure. With deep expertise, innovative software, and trusted resources, Vertali supports organizations across the UK and globally - particularly in finance, retail, utilities, and government sectors.

100% focused on mainframe systems, Vertali helps organizations secure and optimize their operations. By combining advanced technology with expert insights, Vertali delivers powerful cybersecurity solutions and consulting services that protect against evolving threats. Driven by a proactive approach, Vertali enables businesses to build resilient systems, safeguard sensitive data, and maintain smooth, uninterrupted operations in the face of cyber risks.

https://vertali.com/

About Mark Wilson

A global thought leader in mainframe technology and security, Mark Wilson heads Vertali's technical teams. With over 40 years of experience working in IBM Z across various industries and mainframe environments, Mark has held technical, management, and strategic roles. His deep expertise and delivery-focused approach are highly valued by Vertali clients, IBM, and third-party technology partners. Mark is also the Region Manager for GSUK and an IBM Champion.

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