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Palo Alto Networks’ Nikesh Arora: AI, Security and the New World Order

Feb 18, 2025
Nikesh Arora, CEO of Palo Alto Networks and former Google and SoftBank executive, dives into the complexities of AI and cybersecurity. He discusses the urgent need for better controls to handle AI threats and emphasizes the shift from prevention to real-time detection. Arora highlights the vulnerabilities of AI models and the importance of balancing innovation with responsibility in security. He also touches on the evolving role of CISOs and the challenges legacy companies face against more agile startups, all while navigating the exciting intersection of sports and business.
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  • Nikesh Arora emphasizes that successful AI deployment in enterprises requires robust guardrails to mitigate risks associated with its applications.
  • The shift from prevention-focused to real-time detection and response systems is essential to counter the rapid pace of AI-driven attacks.

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