Director General National CERT, Dr. Haider Abbas, TI, attended the “AUREX: AI & Digital Twin 2026” Symposium as Chief Guest at Bahria University in Islamabad, Pakistan. Organized by the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (BSEAS), the symposium brought together academia, industry leaders, policymakers, and emerging talent to discuss the growing role of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Twin technologies. The event served as a platform for participants to exchange ideas and deliberate on the practical applications, opportunities, and challenges associated with emerging digital technologies in an increasingly connected environment.
During his address at the symposium, Dr. Haider Abbas, TI, spoke about the changing cybersecurity landscape in a period marked by rapid digital transformation and technological advancement. He highlighted the increasing importance of cybersecurity considerations in the development and deployment of Artificial Intelligence driven systems and digital infrastructures. Stressing the need for secure by design principles, he underlined the importance of incorporating cybersecurity measures at the foundation level of digital technologies to strengthen resilience against emerging cyber threats. His remarks reflected the growing relevance of cybersecurity in environments where interconnected systems, intelligent platforms, and digital ecosystems continue to evolve at a fast pace.
The symposium also provided an opportunity to strengthen collaboration between educational institutions and industry stakeholders working in technology and innovation. Dr. Haider Abbas appreciated the efforts of BSEAS for organizing a platform that encourages engagement between academia and industry while supporting meaningful discussions on modern technologies and their real world applications. He acknowledged the value of bringing together experts, researchers, students, and professionals to discuss developments in Artificial Intelligence and Digital Twin technologies, particularly in relation to innovation, digital systems, and cybersecurity preparedness. The event reflected a broader effort to promote dialogue and knowledge sharing among participants interested in emerging technologies and their impact on various sectors.
Following his address, Dr. Haider Abbas visited the project exhibition where students showcased a range of innovative solutions focused on Artificial Intelligence and digital systems. During his interaction with students and participants, he encouraged continued commitment to excellence, innovation, and research driven contributions in emerging technology fields. National CERT also reaffirmed its commitment to fostering awareness, capacity building, and collaboration across sectors to strengthen Pakistan’s cybersecurity ecosystem amid increasing digital transformation and the wider adoption of Artificial Intelligence based technologies.
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