Frontier AI and Cybersecurity: Risks, Rewards, and Stakeholders’ Roles
How can we protect critical systems in the age of advanced AI? What roles do policymakers, enterprises, and computer scientists play in navigating the risks of frontier AI?
Join Dr. Daniel Kang, a leading AI researcher, for an eye-opening discussion on the real-world cybersecurity applications of AI. With deep expertise in dual-use risks, red teaming, and model evaluation, Dr. Kang will reveal what keeps AI researchers awake at night—and what makes them get up each morning.
The event will feature a 30-minute talk from Dr. Daniel Kang, followed by a 30-minute Q&A session where attendees can ask questions and engage in discussion
Speaker Bio: Dr. Daniel Kang is an assistant professor of computer science at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), with a research focus in AI applications in cybersecurity and scientific research. Kang earned his PhD from Stanford University and his work has been supported by organizations such as Google, the Open Philanthropy Project, and Emergent Ventures. He has also consulted for OpenAI, Microsoft, and hedge funds, providing expertise on machine learning deployments and advising startups.
When: Tuesday Nov 26, 12-1pm
Where: ICC-700
Light Lunch Provided!!