AI-Fitness and AI-Wellness and Deploying an Effective DevSecOps Team – What’s the Recipe for Success? | An Infosecurity Europe 2024 Conversation with Kevin Fielder | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli

Guest: Kevin Fielder, CISO, NatWest Boxed & Mettle

On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfielder/

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Hosts: 

Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [@RedefiningCyber]

On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/sean-martin

Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast

On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli

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Episode Notes

In this episode of On Location with Sean and Marco, hosts Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli engage in an insightful discussion on the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and software development, specifically in the realm of information security. The conversation features Kevin Fielder, CSO for NatWest Boxed and Metal, sharing his expert insights and experiences. The trio dives into the potential risks and rewards of integrating AI with software development, touching upon the inherent challenges and opportunities this fusion presents for the future of technology and security.

The episode opens with a dynamic exchange on what it means to combine AI and software development, sparking a debate on the potential of AI to improve or complicate software development processes. Marco Ciappelli humorously inquires about the concept of a 'black box' in AI, prompting a profound exploration of the reliability and transparency of AI systems.

Kevin Fielder provides a comprehensive overview of his current role and the innovative projects under his stewardship at NatWest boxed and metal. He eloquently describes the endeavors to leverage cloud-based banking and AI to deliver enhanced banking services to small businesses and non-banking businesses alike. Fielder's insights into 'banking as a service' and the ethical considerations surrounding AI deployment in the financial sector stand out as key discussion points.

A significant portion of the conversation centers around the ethical dilemmas and technical challenges posed by AI, including data integrity, the potential for AI-powered systems to exhibit biases, and the importance of designing AI with security in mind from the outset. Fielder articulates concerns about the rapid advancement of AI technologies outpacing the development of ethical guidelines and security measures, highlighting the critical need for a balanced approach to innovation.

The hosts and Fielder ponder the future of AI, reflecting on scenarios ranging from utopian visions where AI alleviates human toil to dystopian outcomes where AI autonomy leads to unforeseen consequences. This speculative dialogue sheds light on the philosophical and practical implications of AI's role in society and the importance of responsible AI development and deployment.

As the discussion winds down, the episode shifts focus to Fielder's upcoming presentations at the Infosecurity Europe conference in London. He shares his anticipation for engaging with the conference attendees and emphasizes the value of open dialogues about AI, security, and the future of technology. This episode not only provides a platform for thought-provoking discussion on AI and information security but also underscores the importance of community engagement and knowledge sharing in navigating the complexities of modern technology landscapes.

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Resources

 Deploying an Effective DevSecOps Team – What’s the Recipe for Success?: https://www.infosecurityeurope.com/en-gb/conference-programme/session-details.3783.219354.deploying-an-effective-devsecops-team-%E2%80%93-what%E2%80%99s-the-recipe-for-success.html

AI-Fitness and AI-Wellness: NatWest Boxed and Mettle CISO's Thoughts on Safe AI Use: https://www.infosecurityeurope.com/en-gb/conference-programme/session-details.3783.219536.ai_fitness-and-ai_wellness-natwest-boxed-and-mettle-cisos-thoughts-on-safe-ai-use.html

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