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Event Wrap-Up: AI & Cybersecurity for SMEs – Strategies, Opportunities & Practical Solutions

Event Wrap-Up: AI & Cybersecurity for SMEs – Strategies, Opportunities & Practical Solutions

In an era where cyber threats and rapid technological advancements pose growing challenges to businesses, the Western Australian Chinese Chamber of Commerce (WACCC) proudly hosted “AI & Cybersecurity for SMEs: Strategies, Opportunities & Practical Solutions”—an insightful and highly relevant event aimed at empowering SMEs with the tools, strategies, and knowledge to thrive in an increasingly digital world.

 

Drawing from the World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2024, which highlights cybersecurity and technology disruption as key business risks, the event brought together a panel of expert speakers to explore how AI can be both a shield and a strategic asset for small and medium-sized enterprises.

 

🎤 Featured Speakers & Highlights:

  • Dr. Thomas Jreige (Managing Partner, Shimazaki Sentinel) opened the event with a powerful keynote on aligning AI with cybersecurity strategy, presenting a balanced view of risk and opportunity in the SME context.

👉 Global Security Landscape

 

  • Phil Aldridge (WA Director, Fuse Technology) addressed the often-overlooked legal and compliance dimensions of AI implementation, offering a governance framework for responsible adoption.

👉 Governance & Compliance for AI Implementation

 

  • Michael Soo (Director, Cloudzle Pty Ltd) explored the role of AI agents in real-world applications, with a focus on how the legal industry is adapting AI for case management and operational efficiency.

👉 Evolving Trends of AI in Industry

 

  • Ming Johanson (CEO, Marketing Jumpstart) shared an engaging case study on using AI to repurpose long-form video content into short, impactful clips—demonstrating the creative and cost-saving potential of AI for marketing.

 

🙌 Thank You

WACCC extends its sincere thanks to all the speakers, attendees, and supporting partners who made this event a success. Your participation and insights are what make our business community stronger and more resilient. Follow WACCC on Facebook, LinkedIn and visit www.waccc.com.au for updates.

 

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