The Inaugural AI Agent Security Summit: Uniting Experts for Future Safeguards
On March 31, 2025, New York City will host a landmark event - the
first-ever AI Agent Security Summit presented by
Zenity. As the frontier of AI technology develops rapidly, the security of AI agents has emerged as a critical concern for businesses worldwide. This summit aims to gather a diverse group of individuals including AI researchers, Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), and senior security professionals who are at the forefront of the nexus between AI and security. Zenity, a pioneer in the field, is committed to creating a platform for collaboration and dialogue around these crucial issues.
Notable Speaker Lineup
The event promises a rich agenda featuring keynote speeches and panel discussions led by some of the leading voices in AI safety and security. Among the highlights will be the closing keynote titled
"Threat Modeling for AI Agents" delivered by
Ken Huang, who is a research fellow and co-chair of the AI Safety Working Groups at the
Cloud Security Alliance and the author of the forthcoming book
Agentic AI Theories and Practices. This speech is expected to set a provocative tone for the summit, exploring the intricate frameworks necessary for safeguarding AI systems.
Moreover, a panel of prominent security leaders will share their insights on the practical challenges of securing AI agents. The panel includes:
- - Walter Haydock, Founder and CEO of StackAware
- - Ken Foster, CISO at Candescent
- - Rick Doten, Vice President of Information Security at Centene Corporation
Their experience and perspectives will shed light on the multifaceted challenges facing organizations today.
A Platform for Knowledge Exchange
The AI Agent Security Summit stands out as a vendor-neutral community event that encourages participants to share and exchange knowledge. Attendees can expect to gain insights from various sectors, collectively focused on enhancing the security landscape surrounding AI agents. The discussions will cover a breadth of topics, including governance, compliance, vulnerability management, and case studies demonstrating both success and failure in AI security implementations.
Key sponsoring organizations include well-respected authorities such as the
Cloud Security Alliance,
Microsoft,
Accenture,
GenPact, and
EverSec.
Open Registration and Call for Papers
Those interested in attending the event can sign up for registration, which is now open. Furthermore, there is an ongoing
call for papers that invites individuals with innovative ideas and research findings to submit their proposals until March 10. This initiative underscores the summit's mission to foster a collaborative environment where fresh perspectives can thrive and subsequent solutions can be endorsed to tackle AI security threats effectively.
Conclusion: Building a Safer Future
Michael Bargury, CTO, and co-founder of Zenity, expressed the essence of the summit succinctly:
"The AI Agent Security Summit is a community event for research, real-world experience, and action to come together so we can all better understand and manage the security challenges of AI Agents." The summit represents a vital convergence point for leading minds in both security and AI, aiming to push the envelope on what is permissible and possible in securing AI technologies.
For more details on the
AI Agent Security Summit and how to participate, visit
Zenity's official website. Together, by leveraging shared knowledge and cutting-edge research, the attendees of this summit hope to pave a secure path forward in the ever-evolving landscape of AI and its agents.