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Defending the Digital Backbone: Securing National Infrastructure in the Era of AI and Hybrid Threats

14 January 2026
Hatta B Meeting Room

As AI, automation, and connected systems redefine national infrastructure, the nature of cyber threats is rapidly evolving. From energy grids and ports to defense and logistics, nations face a complex web of hybrid risks that blend digital disruption with geopolitical intent. This session explores how governments can move beyond reactive defense toward proactive, intelligence-driven resilience – integrating policy, technology, and ecosystem collaboration to safeguard critical assets

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14th January 2026

11:00 – 11:10
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Rob Van Dale, Lead of Digital & Analytics Practice MEA | Kearney Opening Remarks

11:10 – 12:00
Panel Discussion: Defending the Digital Backbone: Securing National Infrastructure in the Era of AI and Hybrid Threats

Panel Moderator:
San Jain, Principal, Digital & Analytics| Kearney

Panellists:

Hossam El-Shenraky, Head of Police Management Department | Dubai Police Academy
Kamran Ahsan, Executive Director, Product Management | CPX
Saoud Lootah, Head of IT Operations | Dubai Media Incorporated
Brian Leke, Senior Director of Engineering | Ai71
Carl Nixon, Senior Advisor | Kearney & Former CIO | New Zealand Defense Force