THURSDAY GATHERING #19 AI & Cybersecurity
Artificial Intelligence is transforming every layer of digital life—and with it, the urgency for robust cybersecurity, ethical safeguards, and human-centered design. This week’s Thursday Gathering dives deep into the intersection of AI and cybersecurity, exploring not only how we protect our systems, but how we shape the future of trust, governance, and intelligent infrastructure.
Whether you're an engineer, researcher, policymaker, founder, or simply curious about what a secure AI future looks like—this is your space to plug into Berlin’s innovation ecosystem.
🧠 FEATURED BREAKOUT SESSIONS
🔍 Cybersecurity in the Age of AI: Ethics & Human-Centered Future
Presented by AI Ethics Action Hub
How can we ensure AI systems respect privacy and human agency? Join experts Azer Aliyev (Speakinprivate), Gunay Kazimzade (Mercedes-Benz Consulting), and Justin Shenk (AI Salon Berlin) for a fast-paced panel on the ethical imperatives of AI and cybersecurity. Explore frameworks that embed trust, transparency, and humanity into AI development.
🛡 AI Threat Modeling: How to Bring the Right Mindset to Detect & Prevent AI Risks
Go beyond conventional cybersecurity concerns and learn how to assess the full spectrum of AI risks—from technical failures to social harms. This session will explore:
• The many types of AI risks (not just security-related)
• Why understanding application context is critical
• Methods for identifying threats and designing effective controls
• Cultivating a mindset of risk awareness and resilience
🧩 AI Meets Cybersecurity: Building Smarter, Safer Systems at Scale
How is AI reshaping how we design and defend digital systems? In this expert panel, practitioners from across DevSecOps, enterprise risk, and open-source security will discuss:
• Real-world use cases of AI in cybersecurity
• Governance strategies for evolving threats
• How to architect intelligent, secure, scalable systems for the future
🤝 MENTOR HOURS: Achieve Profitability & Scale in AI & Cyber
Got a great product or concept but unsure how to scale or monetize it? Meet one-on-one with a seasoned innovation strategist who’s brought 60+ AI and digital products to market for companies like Coca-Cola and Hyundai. Get hands-on feedback on:
• Product-market fit
• Scalable business models
• Customer targeting & positioning
💡 Tip: Focus on one core challenge and share your startup info in advance via the booking form.
✨ PLUS:
• A welcoming, drop-in atmosphere—come for 30 minutes or stay all evening
• Networking with a vibrant crowd of Berlin’s tech & innovation community
• Interactive info tables, local food & drinks, and plenty of good conversation
🗂 Full agenda: venturecafeberlin.org
🎟️ Free entry | Open to all