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DAY 1 | 12 SEPTEMBER 2023, TUESDAY
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09:30 - 10:30

REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE

10:30 - 10:40

OPENING NOTE BY THE CHAIRPERSON

Speaker
Waqas Haider, SVP - Chief Information Security Officer, HBL Microfinance Bank

10:40 – 10:45

WELCOME REMARK BY GUEST OF HONOR

Speaker
H.E. Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity Council, United Arab Emirates Government

10:45 - 11:05

REVOLUTIONIZING DIGITAL IDENTITY - TRANSFORMING IDENTITY AND AUTHORITY DIGITALLY

  • Rethinking ways we perceive digital identity and authority
  • How biometric technology is driving innovation in the digital age?
  • Explore the nuances of biometric technology, including critical topics of privacy, security, and trust
Speaker
H.E. Dr. Mohammed Hamad Al Kuwaiti, Head of Council, UAE Cyber Security Council

11:05 - 11:35

FIRESIDE CHAT | THE ROLE OF AI IN LAW ENFORCEMENT - BALANCING PUBLIC SAFETY AND CIVIL LIBERTIES

  • The growing importance of AI-powered surveillance for more effective policing and crime prevention.
  • What are the Opportunities, Limitations, and Ethical Considerations?
  • The growing need for wearable technology for law enforcement officers
Speakers
  1. Moderator: Waqas Haider, SVP - Chief Information Security Officer, HBL Microfinance Bank
  2. Speaker: Dr. Ebrahim Al Alkeem, Director of Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity & AI, Abu Dhabi Government
  3. Speaker: Saqar Al Ali, Director of Information Security Office, Finance Department, Government of Sharjah

11:35 - 12:00

NETWORKING & COFFEE BREAK

12:00 - 12:45

PANEL DISCUSSION | BIOMETRICS AND HEALTHCARE IT - STRENGTHENING DATA SECURITY IN THE AGE OF DIGITAL HEALTH

  • Data protection norms concerning digital health technology
  • Methods to improve efficiency and convenience in accessing patient information
  • Convenience of healthcare IT systems by streamlining the authentication process
Speakers
  1. Moderator: Waqas Haider, SVP - Chief Information Security Officer, HBL Microfinance Bank
  2. Dr. Osama El-Hassan, Health Informatics Specialist, Dubai Health Authority
  3. George Yacoub, Group IT Director, SEHA
  4. Jaleel Rahiman, Director of IT and PRIME Digital, PRIME Healthcare Group
  5. Veneeth Purushotaman, Group Chief Information Officer, Aster DM Healthcare

12:45 - 13:05

CASE STUDY: DIGITAL IDENTITY & AUTHENTICATION IN HEALTHCARE

Speaker
George Yacoub, Group IT Director, SEHA Security Council

13:05 - 13:50

PANEL DISCUSSION | BALANCING CONVENIENCE AND SECURITY - THE FUTURE OF IAM IN THE BANKING & FINANCE INDUSTRY

  • Future-proofing digital identity & authentication to establish trust and enforce security
  • Delivering a digital ID infrastructure to address AML & KYC challenges
  • Personalized payment authentication with biometrics offers a convenient and tailored approach
Speakers
  1. Moderator: Somnath Sarkar, Ex-Chief Information Security Officer, Leading Bank of UAE
  2. Hussain Alkhalsan, Chief Information Security Officer, Zand Bank
  3. Ramesh Ramakrishnan, Chief Information Officer, Zurich International Life Limited
  4. Waqas Haider, SVP - Chief Information Security Officer, HBL Microfinance Bank
  5. Zaheer Shaikh, Chief Information Security Officer, Al Maryah Community Bank LLC

13:50 - 13:55

CLOSING REMARKS BY THE CHAIRPERSON AND END OF DAY ONE

Speaker
Waqas Haider, SVP - Chief Information Security Officer, HBL Microfinance Bank

13:55 - 14:55

NETWORKING LUNCHEON

DAY 2 | 13 SEPTEMBER 2023, WEDNESDAY
GO BACK TO DAY 1

09:30 - 10:30

REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE

10:30 - 10:40

OPENING NOTE BY THE CHAIRPERSON

Speaker
Waqas Haider, SVP - Chief Information Security Officer, HBL Microfinance Bank

10:40 - 11:00

THE BIOMETRIC REVOLUTION - SHAPING THE FUTURE OF IDENTITY AND SECURITY

Speaker
Vikalp Shrivastava, VP Information Security & Technology (Global CISO), Kerzner International

11:00 - 11:45

PANEL DISCUSSION | CYBERSECURITY CHALLENGE - WHY YOUR DIGITAL IDENTITY NEEDS IRONCLAD PROTECTION

  • What are the ways to mitigate the risk of unauthorized access to systems, data, and applications?
  • Build trust between businesses and customers by securing sensitive data
  • Boost customer satisfaction and loyalty by providing a more secure and reliable service
Speakers
  1. Moderator: Aus Alzubaidi, Director of IT, Cybersecurity & Media Management , MBC Group
  2. Bruno Fonseca, Regional Chief Security Officer , GIG Gulf
  3. Imran Shaikh, Chief Technology Officer , Virgin Mobile
  4. Sarfaraz Muneer, Vice President – Cyber Security & Technology Platform , Mubadala
  5. Vikalp Shrivastava, Vice President Information Security & Technology , Kerzner International

11:45 - 12:05

NAVIGATING THE CHALLENGES OF IDENTITY THEFT AND LOSS OF DATA

  • Exploring the methods by which identity theft occurs, emphasizing the emotional and financial consequences for victims.
  • Practical strategies for prevention, steps for monitoring and detection, and plan of action for victims.
  • Legal aspects, technological solutions, and the importance of safeguarding personal information on social media.
Speaker
Muhammad Sajid Iqbal, Deputy Chief Risk Officer, Habib Bank AG Zurich

12:05 - 12:30

NETWORKING BREAK

12:30 - 13:00

FIRESIDE CHAT | FROM AUTHENTICATION TO AUTHORIZATION - HOW DIGITAL IDENTITY IS TRANSFORMING ACCESS CONTROL IN PUBLIC UTILITIES

  • Strengthening security in public utilities with Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
  • Importance of Identity governance and administration (IGA) in public utilities
  • Will Blockchain-based identity management be a game changer?
Speakers
  1. Moderator: Waqas Haider, SVP - Chief Information Security Officer, HBL Microfinance Bank
  2. Dr. Hamad Khalifa Al Nuaimi, Head of Telecommunication, Abu Dhabi Police GHQ
  3. Siham Benhamidouche, MEA Cybersecurity Officer & Digital Risk Leader, Schneider Electric

13:00 - 13:45

PANEL DISCUSSION | SECURE, SEAMLESS, AND PERSONALIZED - THE FUTURE OF PAYMENT AUTHENTICATION

  • How can businesses balance the need for security with the need to create a seamless payment experience for users?
  • What are the ethical considerations surrounding the use of identity authentication in payment transactions?
  • The role of regulators and policymakers in shaping the future of payment authentication?
Speakers
  1. Moderator: Rajesh Yadla, Information Security Director, Al Hilal Bank
  2. Sajid Iqbal, Deputy Chief Risk Officer, Habib Bank AG Zurich
  3. Umesh Moolchandani, Chief Information Officer, Bin Dasmal Group
  4. Sujatha Narasimhan, Senior AML & Compliance Leader, Damas Jewellery

13:45 – 13:50

CLOSING REMARKS BY THE CHAIRPERSON AND END OF THE SUMMIT

Speaker
Waqas Haider, SVP - Chief Information Security Officer, HBL Microfinance Bank

13:55 – 14:55

NETWORKING LUNCHEON

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