PodChats for FutureCISO: Navigating the AI imperative

In 2025/2026, CISOs in Asia face the dual challenge of leveraging AI for innovation while safeguarding against its unique vulnerabilities. As generative AI reshapes the landscape, strategies must evolve to address risks like prompt injection and data poisoning. By prioritizing transparency, compliance, and a security-first culture, CISOs can navigate the complexities of AI integration and enhance organizational resilience.

In this PodChats for FutureCISO, we are joined by Reinhart Hansen, director of Technology, Field CTO APJ, Thales, who will help us navigate the AI imperative from the security perspective.

1.       How can we identify and mitigate the unique vulnerabilities introduced by generative AI?, such as prompt injection and data poisoning?

2.       What specialised AI security monitoring and detection tools should we deploy to reduce breach detection and containment times? 

3.       How do we ensure transparency and compliance with evolving AI regulations like the ASEAN Guide on AI Governance and Ethics?

4.       How can we secure AI systems (LLM factories) provided by third-party vendors and manage supply chain risks related to AI data access and processing?

5.       How do we balance the business imperative to adopt AI-driven innovation with the need to defend against increasingly sophisticated AI-powered cyber threats?

6.       How can we foster a security-first culture that promotes responsible AI use and equips security teams with the necessary AI expertise?

7.       What investment priorities and cross-functional collaborations are essential to build a comprehensive and proactive AI security programme that aligns with business objectives?

8.       Name top three recommendations that CISOs and their organisations should take as they lead their organisations into a more AI-immersed operating environment?