Conference Session: AI in Cybersecurity – Advancements, Challenges, and the Road Ahead

As part of an international conference, this engaging conference session brought together cybersecurity and AI experts to discuss the evolving role of Artificial Intelligence in securing digital ecosystems. Moderated by Dr. Sheeraz Arif, the session covered cutting-edge innovations in threat detection, intelligent defense mechanisms, and real-time incident response powered by AI. Speakers addressed key challenges, including data ethics, system vulnerabilities, and adversarial AI, offering practical insights into building resilient security frameworks. The session also explored the future trajectory of AI in cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of ethical implementation, policy development, and cross-sector collaboration. This session served as a vital platform for students, researchers, and professionals to understand both the potential and the pitfalls of integrating AI into cybersecurity systems.