As organizations embrace zero-trust architectures, the dark web and AI-driven cyber threats present new challenges to securing corporate networks. This session explores the intersection of the dark web, AI, and Zero Trust principles, revealing how cybercriminals exploit leaked credentials and sensitive data to bypass traditional defenses. Dive into real-world examples of AI-powered attacks and learn how cutting-edge solutions like Darktrace align with Zero Trust strategies to identify and mitigate threats. Discover how to fortify your organization against the evolving digital threat landscape, ensuring resilience in a world where trust must be earned at every layer.

Hank Fordham

Hank Fordham

Cybersecurity Specialist, X10 Technologies

Hank "The Hacker" is a seasoned ethical hacker and instructor with 15+ years of self-taught expertise in cybersecurity. Known internationally, he has contributed to major media and spoken at keynotes and TV shows. Currently with X10 Technologies, Hank focuses on advancing cybersecurity solutions, with a keen interest in AI, Electrical Engineering, and Neurorobotics. X10 Technologies, a leader in enterprise solutions, specializes in cybersecurity, cloud, disaster recovery, and managed services. With over 20 years of experience and 800+ global projects, X10 provides innovative IT solutions across Canada, the U.S., and Asia Pacific.

David Masson

David Masson

VP, Field CISO, Darktrace

David Masson is VP, Field CISO at Darktrace, and has over two decades of experience working in fast moving security and intelligence environments in the UK, Canada and worldwide. With skills developed in the civilian, military and diplomatic worlds, he has been influential in the efficient and effective resolution of various unique national security issues. David is an operational solutions expert and has a solid reputation across the UK and Canada for delivery tailored to customer needs. At Darktrace, David advises strategic customers across North America and is also a regular contributor to major international and national media outlets in Canada where he is based. He holds a master’s degree from Edinburgh University.

Technology Track