Final round of inaugural "AI x Cybersecurity Challenge" held today (with photos)

The final round of the inaugural "AI x Cybersecurity Challenge", jointly organised by the Digital Policy Office (DPO), the Chinese Academy of Cyberspace Studies, the Hong Kong Cybersecurity Professional Association, and China Mobile Hong Kong Company Limited, was held at Cyberport today (August 23). The event aims to explore practical applications of AI in cybersecurity defence and foster cross-regional technical exchange and collaboration. In his opening remarks, the Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Professor Sun Dong, said that AI is reshaping every aspect of people's life at a breathtaking speed. He noted that although innovation may at times bring new threats, these same technologies can also spur defensive capabilities. As such, the Government champions an "AI versus AI" strategy, leveraging AI to forge the strongest shields to effectively manage risks associated with the use of AI. Professor Sun added that the Government is continuously strengthening related policies, guidelines and ethical frameworks, as well as conducting regularly cyber-attack-and-defence drills to better prepare for cybersecurity readiness. Through multipronged efforts, the Government ho