The Edge of Convergence
23 Oct 2025
Level 3, Room GW2 | Sands Expo and Convention Centre
Tech Convergence for Cyber Defence: AI, Quantum, and the Human Factor
We’re entering a new frontier where AI, quantum technologies, and human expertise converge. AI is transforming both attack and defence, quantum promises to rewrite the rules of cryptography, and yet it is human judgement that remains the decisive factor in times of uncertainty.
This convergence brings powerful opportunities but also sharp risks: from over-reliance on AI, to uneven readiness for the quantum leap, to skill gaps that leave people struggling to keep pace.
As we set the stage for today’s discussions, the real question is: how do we strike the right balance — harnessing these advances for resilience and trust, while recognising the vulnerabilities they introduce?
This convergence brings powerful opportunities but also sharp risks: from over-reliance on AI, to uneven readiness for the quantum leap, to skill gaps that leave people struggling to keep pace.
As we set the stage for today’s discussions, the real question is: how do we strike the right balance — harnessing these advances for resilience and trust, while recognising the vulnerabilities they introduce?
