Google Cloud GenAI & AI Security Industry Forum

Google Cloud GenAI & AI Security Industry Forum

Reaching New Heights in Your 2025 Cloud Journey: Achieving Limitless Innovation with Google Cloud

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March 18, 2025

1:30 PM–4:30 PM GMT+8

8 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong

AI that means business. 

It’s time to embrace AI for everything it can do. AI is so much more than novelty. It is a truly transformative power that is ready to be deployed today for every aspect of modern enterprise.


We are excited to invite you to our exclusive Google Cloud GenAI & AI Security Industry Forum on 18 Mar at The Langham, Hong Kong.


This forum is designed for CxOs and ITDMs like yourself who are interested in exploring the transformative potential of generative AI while proactively addressing security challenges and enhancing your AI-powered security posture.


Here's what you can expect:

  • Expert Insights: Hear from leading industry experts and thought leaders on the latest advancements in generative AI, including security best practices and risk mitigation strategies, and their implications for your sector.
  • Real-world Use Cases: Discover how organizations are leveraging generative AI to drive innovation, efficiency, and competitive advantage while prioritizing security, with examples of how AI is being used to enhance cybersecurity defenses and ensure responsible AI development. 
  • Interactive Discussions: Engage in thought-provoking conversations with peers and experts on the challenges and opportunities of implementing generative AI within your organization.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow CxOs and ITDMs as well as security-conscious leaders to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and build valuable relationships.

Key topics to be covered:

  • The evolving landscape of generative AI and its impact on various industries
  • Security and privacy considerations for generative AI deployments 
  • Transforming security operations with AI-driven approach and learning how to mitigate security risks of AI implementation
  • Best practices for responsible AI implementation and governance
  • Emerging trends and future directions of generative AI

Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!


Event details:

Date: March 18, 2025 (Tuesday)

Registration Time: 1:30 PM–2:00 PM GMT+8

Event Time: 2:00 PM–4:30 PM GMT+8

Venue: Ballroom, 2/F, The Langham, Hong Kong

Address: 8 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Speakers

Ricky Kwok
Ricky Kwok

Head of Google Cloud Hong Kong

Craig Stires
Craig Stires

Regional Director, Artificial Intelligence, APJ, Google Cloud

Mark Johnston
Mark Johnston

Director, Office of the CISO, Google Cloud

Steve Ledzian
Steve Ledzian

CTO, Mandiant & GCS JAPAC

Ricky Lau
Ricky Lau

AI Sales Specialist, Google Cloud

eric
Eric Chan

Head of Customer Engineering, Google Cloud Security - APAC

ken
Ken Zhang

Head of Security Greater China, Google Cloud

Tsz Kin Yan
Tsz Kin Yan

AI/ML Specialist Solutions Architect, Google Cloud

gordon
Gordon Chu

Head of Digital Innovation, Cathay

Chung Ng
Chung Ng

Head of Technology Strategy and Development, PCCW-HKT


Edward Wu
Edward Wu

Department Head, Data Science & Governance Department Operations Division, The Bank of East Asia (BEA)

Agenda

1:30 PM–2:00 PM

Registration

2:00 PM–2:05 PM

Welcome & Introduction
Ricky Kwok, Head of Google Cloud Hong Kong

2:05 PM–2:20 PM

Keynote 1 - Unleashing the Power of Gemini 2.0: Revolutionizing AI with Gemini Enterprise and NotebookLM

In this Keynote, Craig will delve into the groundbreaking capabilities of Gemini 2.0, Google's next-generation AI model, and explores how it redefines the boundaries of artificial intelligence. We'll examine the revolutionary features of Gemini 2.0, including its massive 1 million token context window, unmatched logical reasoning, and advanced coding abilities.

Further, we'll explore the transformative potential of Gemini Enterprise and NotebookLM, two cutting-edge tools that leverage Gemini 2.0's power to facilitate seamless creative collaboration and complex problem-solving. Discover how these tools empower users to harness the full potential of Gemini 2.0, opening up new frontiers in research, development, and innovation.

Join to explore the future of AI and witness how Gemini 2.0, Gemini Enterprise, and NotebookLM are reshaping the technological landscape.

Craig Stires, Regional Director, Artificial Intelligence, APJ, Google Cloud

2:20 PM–2:35 PM

Keynote 2 - Google's contribution to AI Security and use of AI for Security at Google

In this session, Mark will share more about how Google is leading the way in building security and safety into AI development and industry, and how its applying AI to its own security internally as well as working with customers and partners to build AI Security solutions to Fraud, AML through out Vertex AI Platform.

Mark Johnston, Director, Office of the CISO, Google Cloud

2:35 PM–2:50 PM

Keynote 3 - Google Cloud & Mandiant Integration In Practice

Three years into Google's $5.4B acquisition of Mandiant, what synergies are benefiting customers?  We will look at case studies where Mandiant's front line expertise and knowledge makes their way into Google Cloud's security offerings such as Google Security Operations and Google Threat Intelligence.

Steve Ledzian, CTO, Mandiant & GCS JAPAC

2:50 PM - 3:15 PM

Break Time, Booths Viewing & Networking

3:15 PM–3:40 PM

Vertex AI Search in the NowTV OTT Digitalization Journey

In this session, Chung from HKT will share how NowTV uses Google Vertex AI Search to enhance the customer experience in the new OTT platform. The focus will be on HKT journey on how AI can help them to modernize the business and create better user engagement as well as the decision of the broader partnership with Google.

Chung Ng, Head of Technology Strategy and Development, PCCW-HKT

3:40 PM–4:05 PM

Drive AI Innovation at scale

In this session, Gordon from Cathay will explore how to foster a culture of innovation within a large organization.  The focus will be on Cathay's approach to democratizing AI, including strategies for upskilling employees, shifting perceptions about AI, and realizing its transformative potential.

Gordon Chu, Head of Digital Innovation, Cathay

4:05 PM–4:30 PM

AI-Driven Efficiency: Streamlining Operations at Bank of East Asia

In today's competitive landscape, operational efficiency is key. This session dives into Bank of East Asia's use of AI to optimize internal processes.  We'll examine a use case like automated document processing, risk assessment, or predictive analytics for resource allocation.  Hear how AI has helped reduce costs, improve speed, and enhance decision-making.

Edward Wu, Department Head, Data Science & Governance Department Operations Division, The Bank of East Asia (BEA) | Ricky Lau, AI Sales Specialist, Google Cloud | Tsz Kin Yan, AI/ML Specialist Solutions Architect, Google Cloud

3:15 PM–3:40 PM

Transforming Security Operations Supercharged with AI

In today's rapidly evolving threat landscape, traditional security operations are struggling to keep pace.  This session explores how Google is leveraging the power of AI to not just keep up, but to get ahead. Discover how Google SecOps uses AI to achieve an unprecedented level of cyber resilience, and gain practical strategies for applying these cutting-edge techniques to your own organization.

Eric Chan, Head of Customer Engineering, Google Cloud Security - APAC

3:40 PM–4:05 PM

Managed Defense ... Makes The Diving Save

When all of the other security controls in your organization fail to spot the attack, Managed Defense has your back.   Mandiant Managed Defense provides 24/7 threat monitoring, detection, and response capabilities, delivered by a team of world-class experts. This session will help you understand how to get a proactive version of Mandiant's world renowned Incident Response service.

Steve Ledzian, CTO, Mandiant & GCS JAPAC

4:05 PM–4:30 PM

Gemini Enterprise and NotebookLM Enterprise Security

This session provides a deep dive into the security architecture of Gemini Enterprise and NotebookLM. Explore the built-in security mechanisms that protect your data and workflows, and discover how to implement best practices for secure configuration and operation.

Ken Zhang, Head of Security Greater China, Google Cloud
Google Cloud