EU AI Act: Spotlight on AI Cybersecurity

Welcome to the official side event of New Nordics AI Week on the groundbreaking EU AI Act, with a special focus on the critical intersection of AI and cybersecurity.

The EU AI Act is the first comprehensive AI regulation in the world, this legislation aims to ensure that AI technologies are developed and used responsibly, balancing innovation with the protection of fundamental rights.

Our focus today is on the cybersecurity aspects of AI, an area of growing importance as AI systems become increasingly integrated into critical infrastructure, finance, healthcare, and more.

There are two leading experts on stage to discuss these critical topics.
◦ Toomas Seppel, a Partner and Attorney at Law from Hedman Law Firm, will provide insights into the legal implications of the EU AI Act and what tech product founders and developers need to grasp about the new AI regulation and how the AI Act will impact the development of AI products.
◦ Sandhra-Mirella Valdma from Cybernetica will present on the cybersecurity challenges and solutions in the AI domain.
After their presentations, Otto Mättas will moderate a Q&A session, where all onsite participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage directly with our experts.

Agenda
17:00 – 17:30 Gathering
17:30 – 17:40 Opening words by Vattan PS, Lead Organizer New Nordics AI Week & Founder, Founderly
17:40 – 18:00 EU AI Act by Toomas Seppel, Partner and Attorney at La at Hedman Law Firm
18:00 – 18:20 AI Cybersecurity by Sandhra-Mirella Valdma, Cybernetica
18:20 – 18:50 Q&A session moderated by Otto Mättas, AI Mentor and AI Startup Founder
18:50 – 19:00 Final words by Tehnopol/MKM
19:00 – 19:30 Networking Reception

Greate opportunity to gain critical insights into the EU AI Act and its impact on your work. Whether you’re a tech product founder, developer, or simply interested in the future of AI and cybersecurity, this event is for you. Join us to engage with leading experts, ask your burning questions, and network with like-minded professionals.

This event is organised by AI Development Program, a cooperation between Tehnopol and the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications, with the aim of helping Estonian companies adopt AI solutions. This initiative aims to boost their competitiveness and ensure the sustainability of the Estonian economy in the future.