⚡ Digital Defence Forum Amsterdam ⚡

Aftermath, from the event “AI in Business-Digital Defense Forum 2025”.

“It was a huge pleasure to be joined by some of the very best in the Netherlands cyber & tech industry, along with curious minds from other fields, for our roundtable discussion on all things cyber, AI, and technology.” 🧠

⚡ Digital Defence Forum Amsterdam ⚡

Just like that, our first DDF event of the year is done and dusted—and what an evening it was!

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us, braving trains and Amsterdam traffic on the hottest day of the year! ☀️ Big thanks to Anna Massey for ensuring everything ran smoothly—and, of course, to Harry Vidler, a massive thank you to our host, Dr. Ir. Henk Jan Jansen! 💻

The evening was packed with insightful discussions and opinions on the current AI landscape and its implications for security, topped off with drinks overlooking Amsterdam’s unbeatable skyline at sunset. 🌇

🔚 Closing Thoughts from Today’s Roundtable: AI & Cybersecurity – Balancing Innovation & Risk

AI is a transformational force, but today’s discussion highlighted its dual nature:

✅ The Power of AI in Defense – Real-time threat detection, automated response, and tools like Darktrace are game-changers.

⚠️ The Peril of AI in Attack – Hackers weaponize AI for phishing, code exploitation, and evading detection.

Key Takeaways:

🔹 Education is Critical – People need engaging, repeatable training to build secure habits.

🔹 Ethics Matter – AI optimizes for outcomes, not morality—guardrails must be built in.

🔹 Human Oversight is Non-Negotiable – Blind trust in AI is dangerous; we must stay in the loop.

Final Question to Ponder:

How do we foster innovation while ensuring responsibility in AI’s rapid evolution? 🚀

Conclusion

The positive aftermath of the AI in Business – Digital Defense Forum 2025 is clear: businesses are more equipped than ever to harness AI’s potential, drive sustainable innovation, and safeguard their digital assets. The event catalyzed a new wave of responsible AI adoption, setting the stage for continued collaboration, productivity gains, and inclusive growth in the digital era.

I want to thank all the participants for their input and great discuscion points.

Now special for all who did not attent this great and innovative event the presentation.

I’d love to hear your thoughts on the topics raised! And if you’d like to be part of the next DDF event, don’t hesitate to reach out.

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The Presentation