Crossroads: AI, Cybersecurity, and How to Prepare for What's Next

10/29/24 • 33 min

In this episode of the MLSecOps Podcast, Distinguished Engineer Nicole Nichols from Palo Alto Networks joins host and Machine Learning Scientist Mehrin Kiani to explore critical challenges in AI and cybersecurity. Nicole shares her unique journey from mechanical engineering to AI security, her thoughts on the importance of clear AI vocabularies, and the significance of bridging disciplines in securing complex systems. They dive into the nuanced definitions of AI fairness and safety, examine emerging threats like LLM backdoors, and discuss the rapidly evolving impact of autonomous AI agents on cybersecurity defense. Nicole’s insights offer a fresh perspective on the future of AI-driven security, teamwork, and the growth mindset essential for professionals in this field.

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