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SUMMARY:Transforming Cyber Defence: AI Powered Security Operations and Converged SASE Connectivity
DESCRIPTION:Join Fortinet for their upcoming Cybersecurity Talk on April 8th in Halifax to learn how converged SASE and AI-driven operations reduce complexity\, strengthen resilience\, and deliver secure\, intelligent protection everywhere your business operates. \nAs organizations modernize infrastructure\, embrace hybrid work\, and adopt AI\, traditional security models can no longer keep pace with growing complexity and faster-moving threats. \nIn this session\, the speakers will explore how Unified SASE converges networking and security into a single\, cloud-delivered framework — including Sovereign SASE for data residency and compliance. We’ll also examine how AI is transforming cybersecurity through AI for Security\, improving detection and response with automation\, and Security for AI\, ensuring governance and protection for AI systems and tools. \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your cybersecurity acumen\, take part in meaningful networking\, and a chance to win exciting prizes. View the details and register to secure your spot! \n\nKEY TAKEAWAYS \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n✓ Learn how to define modern AI‑driven security operations\, and how agentic automation accelerates detection\, investigation\, and response. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n✓ Understand what truly defines Unified SASE — and how it simplifies networking and security. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n✓ Discover how Sovereign SASE supports data residency and compliance requirements. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n✓ Scalable Automation: Practical strategies for implementing AI-driven workflows that grow with your organization. \n\n\n\n\n\nMathieu Nantel\nField CTO at Fortinet \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChris Boland\nPrincipal Consulting Systems Expert at Fortinet \n\n\n\n\n\n\n12:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCheck-in & Lunch  \nEnjoy lunch and refreshments\, while networking. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n12:45 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresentation: The Future of Secure Access  \nSpeaker: Chris Boland \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1:45 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\nNetworking Break \nQuick reset. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresentation: Security for AI: The New Operation Model for Cyber Defence \nSpeaker: Mathieu Nantel \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions + Closing Remarks  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3:15 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\nNetworking Social \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n5:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Conclusion
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/transforming-cyber-defence-ai-powered-security-operations-and-converged-sase-connectivity/
LOCATION:The Prince George Hotel\, 1725 Market st.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3J 0B7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events,Training
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SUMMARY:Halifax Networking Nights
DESCRIPTION:Join Networking Naturally for networking and hear from guest speaker Nicholas Mobile Optician! \n\n\n\n\n🌟Halifax Networking Nights\n📅 Wednesday\, April 8\, 2026 \n🕕 6:00 – 8:00 PM ADT \n📍 Halifax Central Public Library \nJoin Networking Naturally with Dalene Allen for Halifax Networking Nights — a dynamic evening of meaningful connections\, local inspiration\, and professional growth. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur\, business owner\, or just starting your journey\, this is your opportunity to expand your network and hear from local leaders making waves in our community. \n🎤 Guest Speaker: \n\nNicholas Mobile Optician\n\nAbout the Speaker: \nNicholas is the founder of Nicholas Mobile Optician\, a Halifax-based mobile eyecare service created to make eye care more accessible\, personal\, and convenient. Originally from Moncton\, New Brunswick\, he graduated from Oulton College and earned his Dispensing Optician license in 2019. In October 2024\, Nicholas launched his mobile practice\, bringing professional eyewear consultations directly to clients’ homes and workplaces across the Halifax area. \nGuided by mentors and values centered on education\, trust\, and meaningful connection\, Nicholas believes business is built through genuine relationships. His approach blends hands-on expertise with kindness\, integrity\, and a strong sense of community\, helping clients feel supported while redefining what accessible\, people-first service can look like. \n💬 Expect a relaxed atmosphere\, powerful takeaways\, and plenty of time to connect with fellow professionals in the Halifax area. \n✅ Free to attend ✅ Bring business cards✅ Open to all industries
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/halifax-networking-nights-2/
LOCATION:Halifax Central Library\, 5440 Spring Garden Road\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
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