On October 3rd, the Splunk .conf Go event, organized by corporate member Splunk and supported by the Hong Kong China Network Security Association (HKCNSA), was successfully held at the Cordis Hotel in Hong Kong. The event featured multiple keynote speeches covering key topics such as artificial intelligence and digital resilience, cybersecurity enterprise development, critical infrastructure cybersecurity law, and cybersecurity operations. Numerous esteemed experts and scholars were invited to share their insights and perspectives on-site.
David Ip, Founding Chairman of HKCNSA (left) with Barry Wong, General Manager of Hong Kong, Macau, Mongolia & Taiwan of Splunk(right)
The HKCNSA was invited to participate in a panel discussion on “Preparing for Hong Kong's First Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Law ” The panel was moderated by David Ip, Founding Chairman of HKCNSA, with panelists including Wilson Tang, HKCNSA Vice President, Barry Wong, General Manager of Hong Kong, Macau, Mongolia & Taiwan at Splunk, Murrey Mak, Head of Operational & Technology Risk Management Department at Bank of East Asia, Ltd and Rajeev Nair, General Manager of IT Infrastructure & Security at Cathay Pacific. The panelists provided valuable insights on the new law.
David Ip, Founding Chairman of HKCNSA
David Ip, Founding Chairman of HKCNSA (left), Wilson Tang, Vice President of HKCNSA (second from left), Murrey Mak, Head of Operational & Technology Risk Management Department at The Bank of East Asia, Ltd (third from left), and Rajeev Nair, General Manager of IT Infrastructure & Security at Cathay Pacific (second from right), Barry Wong, General Manager of Hong Kong, Macau, Mongolia & Taiwan at Splunk (right)
During the panel discussion, the guests explored the challenges and opportunities brought by the new legislation, emphasizing the need for enterprises to establish proper cybersecurity awareness. They highlighted the importance of close cooperation with regulatory bodies in light of the new critical infrastructure cybersecurity law. Additionally, the panelists shared their practical experiences and strategies in the field of cybersecurity, providing valuable references and insights for the attendees.
This event created a platform for in-depth exchange and cooperation. Attendees gained the latest industry developments and learned about cutting-edge advancements in network technology. The panel discussions sparked numerous ideas and reflections, promoting collaboration among peers in the field of cybersecurity.
Looking ahead, the HKCNSA will continue to promote industry cooperation, explore new directions for cybersecurity collaboration, and contribute to Hong Kong’s cybersecurity efforts. The association will actively monitor the latest developments and regulatory changes in Hong Kong’s cybersecurity landscape, strengthening communication and collaboration with the government, regulatory bodies, and enterprises to jointly contribute to Hong Kong’s cybersecurity endeavors.