New York Data Protection & Security Summit 2025

With extensive experience in information security, particularly within the healthcare sector, Keavy will discuss the unique challenges and strategies for safeguarding sensitive data in an era of rapid technological advancement.

• Implementing proactive cybersecurity measures, such as code scanning, to secure sensitive data before deployment
• Adopting a phased approach to AI integration, allowing for secure and compliant utilization of new technologies
• Establishing clear guidelines and best practices to mitigate risks associated with AI adoption in enterprise environments

This session will explore how businesses can safeguard sensitive data in the AI era. Attendees will learn about strategies to reduce data risk across operations, navigate the evolving landscape of data protection regulations, and stay ahead of emerging threats.

• Understanding the impact of AI on data security and emerging cyber threats
• Strategies for reducing data risk and protecting sensitive information
• Leveraging advanced data security solutions to stay ahead of threats
• Building a proactive security posture to protect against future challenges

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This panel discussion explores how global legislations, emerging technologies, and shifting consumer demands are shaping the future of data protection, security and privacy

• Influencing data protection culture through leadership, policy, and fostering a privacy-first mindset
• Lessons learned in embedding data protection strategies within existing workflows and emerging solutions, without sacrificing agility
• Identifying and empowering teams to ensure trusted, privacy-conscious development and deployment of new initiatives
• Anticipating regulatory shifts, global privacy trends, and the selective role of AI in reinforcing Australia’s future data protection landscape

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An interactive session where attendees collaborate to handle a simulated data breach, focusing on immediate response, communication, and mitigation strategies.

A case study on implementing robust encryption methods to protect sensitive data both at rest and during transmission.

Practical insights into deploying Data Loss Prevention (DLP) tools and policies to safeguard data in a distributed workforce.

This panel brings together leaders of security, data, privacy and technology to exchange insights on how to balance stringent security measures with the need for innovation. The discussion will focus on strategies for safeguarding sensitive data, ensuring compliance, and fostering a security-centric culture that drives competitive advantage.

• Developing robust security frameworks that align with business innovation goals
• Implementing advanced threat detection while facilitating seamless data access
• Navigating complex regulatory landscapes without hindering technological advancement
• Cultivating a proactive security culture that empowers innovation across the organization

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Delegates will chose from a list of pertinent peer-to-peer discussion topics focussing on evolving and emerging trends, techniques and technologies

Insights into how AI and machine learning can be leveraged to enhance data protection, detect anomalies, and prevent breaches.

In this session, we’ll take a live pulse of the room on six big-picture questions. The results will drive a candid, expert-led discussion on what they reveal about where we are — and where we’re heading.

• In today’s environment, what should be the primary purpose of the security function?
• What’s the most effective way to influence company-wide behaviour change around data protection?
• Is AI the silver bullet for protecting our data moving forward?
• What's the biggest driver behind current data protection investments?
• Where should security leaders should spend more time and money?

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