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AI Agents and Security Seminar

On March 18, 2026, Hitachi Solutions, based in Shinagawa, Tokyo, collaborated with Waseda University's Data Science Center to host the fifth edition of the highly anticipated seminar titled "AI Agents and Security." The event attracted 59 attendees, primarily students from Waseda University, who engaged in discussions about the implications of AI technologies in their future careers.

As generative AI and AI agents become increasingly prevalent, novel risks such as information leakage, operational failures, and prompt injections have surfaced, challenging conventional cybersecurity measures. This seminar aimed to address the balance between convenience and safety within the context of AI agents' societal implementation, framing these conversations through the lens of the next generation of users and developers—today’s students.

Seminar Overview

The event featured talks and panel discussions led by security experts from Hitachi Solutions alongside faculty members from Waseda University's Data Science Center. During their presentation, the Hitachi Solutions representatives detailed the security challenges firms encounter when harnessing AI, including preventive measures for information leakage and unauthorized manipulation. Concurrently, Waseda’s faculty provided an overview of the technical foundations of generative AI and AI agents, outlining the risks that need consideration during their design and application.

The panel discussion allowed students to contribute their perspectives based on the earlier presentations, resulting in a dynamic exchange of ideas about how to maintain both functionality and security.

Feedback from attendees reflected the seminar's effectiveness, with participants noting that the discussions shed light on AI-related issues using contemporary case studies and helped them understand the barriers to effective AI utilization. Quotes from student surveys indicated:

• - "The latest examples were clearly explained regarding the issues surrounding AI."
• - "I gained insights into the factors that hinder AI application and the aspects to focus on."

Event Logistics

Theme: AI Agents and Security
Date & Venue: March 18, 2026, from 10:00 to 12:00, Waseda Campus, Building No. 7, Room 207
Co-hosts: Waseda University Data Science Center, Hitachi Solutions
Event Report Link: Waseda University

Background

Hitachi Solutions and Waseda University established an academic partnership in 2020, aimed at fostering human resource development in data science, particularly within the security domain, and promoting industry-academia collaboration. As part of this alliance, both organizations have committed to offering a joint seminar series annually titled, "The Frontline of Security Creating Future Societies."

Partnership Course

The collaborative course, "The Frontline of Security Creating Future Societies," offered at Waseda University, features instructors from Hitachi Solutions who are active experts in the field, guiding students through case studies and practical exercises focusing on real-world security challenges faced by companies. The course is scheduled to continue as an official offering at the Waseda University Global Education Center starting in June next year.

Hitachi Solutions' Security Initiatives

Hitachi Solutions is dedicated to empowering clients with comprehensive digital solutions leveraging cutting-edge technology, thus driving forward digital transformation. Their collaborative efforts across locations in North America, Southeast Asia, and India ensure global responsiveness to emerging challenges in various sectors. Ultimately, Hitachi Solutions strives to cultivate a safe, secure, and sustainable society where individuals can thrive.

For more information about Hitachi Solutions’ security services, visit: Cyber Resilience

For inquiries about the seminar and related topics, please reach out to Hitachi Solutions via their contact page.

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