Artificial Intelligence (AI) is poised to transform the world and how we live, work, and communicate. For county governments, AI can mean streamlined processes, enhanced service delivery, improved public safety and security, fraud detection and prevention, data analytics, and regulatory compliance. Most importantly, this rapidly evolving technology can revolutionize resident engagement and input.
MACo Summer Conference Session: Let’s Talk AI – The Good, the Bad, the Ugly
As cyber threats evolve in sophistication and frequency, local leaders face increasing pressure to protect sensitive data and critical infrastructure. Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers powerful tools to bolster cybersecurity efforts, enabling more proactive and resilient defense mechanisms. However, practical hurdles in adopting AI solutions, ethical and privacy concerns, and evolving technologies present challenges for county governments. In this session, an expert panel will share strategies to implement AI-driven cybersecurity challenges and solutions while avoiding potential pitfalls.
Speakers:
- Stephen Pereira, Director, Technology Services and CIO, Calvert County
- Greg Rogers, State CISO, State of Maryland
- Tim Gilday – Chair of Emerging Tech, ACT-IAC (American Council for Technology and Industry Advisory Council)
- Ted Pibil, Senior Government Advisor, ePlus Technology
Date/Time: Wednesday, August 14, 2024; 1:15 pm – 2:15 pm
MACo’s Summer Conference, “Turning the Tide,” is August 14-17, 2024, at the Roland Powell Convention Center in Ocean City, Maryland.
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