Palo Alto Networks' CIO Meerah Rajavel discussed using AI for innovation and cybersecurity, emphasizing its dual role in enabling secure AI use and combating AI-driven threats. The firm experiences an increase in sophisticated attacks due to Gen AI, necessitating AI for real-time detection and response. Internal initiatives like the “AI Mastermind Challenge” foster creativity, leading to significant improvements in operations, such as automating IT support processes. The evolving threat landscape includes not just new threats but mutations of existing ones, while AI's potential to enhance efficiency and create new roles is highlighted. Companies beginning their AI journey should prioritize simple, repeatable use cases, demonstrating clear value and ensuring security.
