Prof. Dr. Noor Zaman Jhanjhi
Taylor’s University, Malaysia
Title: Cybersecurity Challenges and opportunities in the era of Generative AI
Abstract:
The rise of Generative AI has revolutionized digital innovation, transforming content creation, decision-making, and automation across sectors. However, this advancement also presents unprecedented cybersecurity challenges. From AI-generated phishing and deepfakes to data poisoning and model manipulation, threat actors are leveraging GenAI to create more sophisticated, evasive attacks. Simultaneously, the same technologies offer powerful tools for defense, enabling intelligent threat detection, real-time anomaly analysis, and autonomous incident response. This keynote explores the dual-edged nature of Generative AI in the cybersecurity landscape. It highlights the urgent need for robust governance frameworks, ethical AI development, and cross-sector collaboration to mitigate risks. At the same time, it uncovers the vast opportunities for cybersecurity enhancement through AI-driven innovations.
Biography:
Prof. Dr. Noor Zaman Jhanjhi is a distinguished Senior Professor of Computer Science at Taylor’s University, Malaysia, where he specializes in Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity. As the Program Director for Postgraduate Research Degree Programmes, he plays a pivotal role in shaping academic excellence and driving cutting-edge research initiatives.
Globally acclaimed for his scholarly contributions, Prof. Jhanjhi has been consistently ranked among the world’s top 2% research scientists (2022–2024) and stands as one of Malaysia’s top two computer science researchers. His exceptional work has earned him prestigious accolades, including the Outstanding Faculty Member Award (MDEC Malaysia, 2022) and the Vice Chancellor’s Best Research Citations Award (Taylor’s University, 2023).
A prolific author and editor, Prof. Jhanjhi has published
over 80 research books with leading publishers such as Springer,
Elsevier, and Wiley, amassing 1,000+ impact factor points. His
mentorship spans 38 postgraduate completions, and he has
examined 70+ Ph.D. and Master’s theses worldwide.
As an Editor-in-Chief, Associate Editor, and Editorial Board
member for top-tier journals (PeerJ Computer Science, IEEE
Access, CMC Computers), he advances scholarly discourse. His
leadership extends to securing 40+ international research grants,
underscoring his influence in innovation.
A dynamic keynote speaker, Prof. Jhanjhi has
delivered 80+ invited talks and chaired major conferences. His
decade-long engagement with ABET, NCAAA, and NCEAC accreditation
bodies highlights his dedication to global academic standards.
Combining research brilliance, academic
leadership, and a passion for mentorship, Prof. Jhanjhi continues to
inspire the next generation of computer scientists while shaping the future of
AI and cybersecurity.