In this special episode of the Govcon Giants Podcast, we have Ben Amaba, an expert in emerging technologies with over 30 years of experience, including his time as Chief Technology Officer at IBM. Ben discusses the growing risks in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, emphasizing the critical need for prevention and remediation to avoid costly breaches. He also highlights China’s advancements in key technologies like AI and quantum computing and raises concerns about the potential global impact of their tech dominance.

Ben talks about the importance of protecting the 16 critical infrastructures that support society, such as energy, water, and agriculture, and how vulnerabilities in these sectors could pose significant national security risks. Small businesses, he explains, play a crucial role in driving innovation and can benefit from economies of scale when collaborating with larger companies.

With cybersecurity expected to become a $10 trillion industry by 2025, Ben encourages small and medium-sized enterprises to be proactive in protecting themselves against cyber threats.

This episode offers valuable perspectives on how businesses and governments can work together to create a safer, more resilient technological future.

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