Without friendly hackers, we are all exposed to serious cyber Security issues. We should all welcome friendly hackers...Very inspiring session
Keren Elazari is an internationally recognized cybersecurity expert, researcher, author, and keynote speaker — and as she likes to call herself, a friendly hacker. In 2014, Keren became the first Israeli woman to speak on the main stage of the prestigious TED Conference. Her talk on hackers has been viewed by millions, translated to 30 languages, and chosen for TED’s ‘Most Powerful Ideas.’ Over a decade later, Keren Elazari’s TED talk remains one of the internet’s most watched talks on security and hacking.
Since 2000, Keren has worked with leading security firms, innovative startups, government organizations and Fortune 500 companies. Her keynotes blend cutting-edge cybersecurity technical intelligence with insights on AI, digital trust, and the hacker mindset — making complex topics accessible, actionable, and unforgettable.
Keren is the founder of BSidesTLV, Israel’s largest hacker community event, and the global Leading Cyber Ladies network for women in cybersecurity. She proudly supports the HackeRiot.org initiative to make cybersecurity career paths accessible to women of all backgrounds. Based in Tel Aviv, Israel, Keren holds the CISSP international security certification and a master’s degree in security studies.
With a hacker’s lens, Keren explores AI’s transformative role in the disinformation age. Acting as a tour guide for the audience, Keren showcases how hackers embrace AI and details the strategies organizations need to focus on right now, to truly benefit from AI’s potential — and stay ahead of its threats.
Step into the sophisticated world of cybercriminal innovation, where threat actors constantly evolve their tactics and technologies. This talk exposes the inner workings of criminal markets, emerging attack techniques, and economic drivers fueling cybercrime. By understanding how adversaries operate and innovate, defenders can better prepare for tomorrow’s threats.
AI-powered threats, deepfake deception, and nation-state cyber warfare are reshaping the security landscape. From the battlefields of the Middle East to the digital frontlines of Eastern Europe and the Pacific, cyber operations are now inseparable from geopolitics. Keren explores how nations leverage digital weapons, what this means for businesses and citizens, and how organizations can build resilience in an era of persistent digital conflict.
Journey with Keren Elazari through the transformative world of AI and cybersecurity. From her unique vantage point, shaped by personal experiences as a hacker, Keren celebrates hackers as trailblazing innovators. She demystifies AI's pivotal role in cybersecurity, emphasizing its vast potential to safeguard our digital realm. While acknowledging the challenges of "malicious innovation," Keren accentuates the positive: the unparalleled opportunities AI presents. In this digital age, TRUST emerges as a golden thread, weaving challenge with opportunity. As we gaze into the future, Keren envisions a harmonious interplay between AI and cybersecurity, with friendly hackers championing the cause, ensuring algorithms serve humanity's best interests. Dive into this enlightening exploration of technology's promise, where risks are merely stepping stones to a brighter, secure tomorrow.