The event took place at BT’s Adastral Park research centre in Ipswich, where a series of keynotes and roundtable discussions were held to address the evolving landscape of cyber security. Topics such as AI, quantum computing, and geopolitics were explored.
BT CEO Alison Kirkby emphasized the importance of security in the company’s operations, stating that it is “fundamental and integral” to their services. She also highlighted the role of technology in transforming society and the need for BT to ensure that society does not fear these advancements.
The opening speech also focused on the need to stay ahead of cyber criminals, particularly in the areas of quantum computing and AI. BT released a report stating that they log 2000 signals of potential cyber-attacks per second, or 200 million per day. This is seen as an “accelerated cybersecurity threat.”
The report also revealed that web-connected devices are scanned over 1,000 times a day by known malicious sources, with 78% of these scans being harmful. This highlights the need for businesses to prioritize security as they adopt new technologies.
Cybersecurity expert and Hunted star Ben Owen, who participated in various talks throughout the day, emphasized the importance of businesses protecting themselves against cyber threats. Tris Morgan, Managing Director – Security at BT, also stressed the need for businesses to prioritize security in order to protect themselves, their employees, and the economy.
