INDUSTRY leaders, policymakers, and IT and business professionals are invited to attend the Cybersecurity Summit 2025, taking place on July 24 at Pullman Kuala Lumpur City Centre.
This one‑day conference is dedicated to exploring the critical challenges and opportunities in safeguarding Malaysia’s digital economy.
Under the theme “Securing Malaysia’s Digital Future”, the summit will bring together senior government officials, industry experts and business stakeholders to examine emerging cyber threats, evolving compliance frameworks and the role of cutting‑edge technologies such as AI in strengthening cybersecurity resilience.
Through a mix of keynote presentations, real‑world case studies and interactive panel discussions, attendees will gain practical insights and strategies tailored for organisations of all sizes, underscoring Malaysia’s commitment to a secure and innovative digital landscape.
The keynote address will be presented by Ir Dr Megat Zuhairy Megat Tajuddin, chief executive of the National Cyber Security Agency (NACSA).
Dr Megat has been serving the Malaysian government since 1997 and has vast experience as an engineer in the ICT and telecommunication fields.
In the past 26 years, Dr Megat has been actively developing and implementing policy and strategic plans for the Industrial Revolution 4.0 (IR4.0) agenda as well as building human capital capacity in innovation and knowledge management.
Among other the featured speakers is Dato’ Ts Dr Haji Amirudin Abdul Wahab, chief executive officer of CyberSecurity Malaysia.
With over 30 years of ICT experience spanning public and private sectors, Dr Amirudin has driven numerous national cybersecurity initiatives and chaired both local and international platforms.
In October 2024, His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, appointed him to the National Anti‑Financial Crime Centre Advisory Board.
Sarbnedhan Sandhu, general manager of Technology Supervision at Securities Commission Malaysia, will explore how organisations can bridge the gap between regulatory compliance and real‑world defence.
Drawing on supervisory assessments and local case studies, his session will unpack why these gaps persist and offer actionable steps to operationalise security controls in alignment with Malaysia’s national cybersecurity priorities.
Sarbnedhan is a seasoned technology and cybersecurity professional with over two decades of experience.
As general manager at the Securities Commission Malaysia, he plays a key role in driving the technology and cybersecurity agenda across the capital market industry.
From Hong Kong, Dr Darron Sun, head of Information Technology at the Hong Kong Housing Society, will present “Safeguarding Tomorrow’s Landscape: Generative AI Risk Mitigation and Governance Frameworks.”
A World CIO 200 Global Champion (2024), Dr Sun brings extensive expertise in IT management, fintech, proptech, cybersecurity and internal audit.
He will share proven approaches for embedding governance and controls into AI‑driven systems, ensuring both innovation and security.
Moderating the panel discussion on “Digital Trust & Resilience: Strengthening Cyber Confidence in Malaysia” is Jaco Benadie, Partner, Technology Consulting – Cyber in Ernst & Young Consulting Sdn Bhd.
As the leader of EY ASEAN’s OT Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, Jaco is renowned for his commitment to excellence and his innovative approach to advancing cybersecurity measures.
He is widely recognised as a leading authority in the energy sector’s cybersecurity, ensuring that key industry players maintain secure and resilient operations.
The summit’s full line-up features thought leaders across government, finance, technology and critical infrastructure – each offering unique perspectives on threat intelligence, digital trust, governance and more.
Participants will also enjoy dedicated networking sessions, enabling collaboration with peers and solution providers.
The Cybersecurity Summit 2025 is fully HRD Corp‑claimable, with group rates starting at RM888 and standard registration at RM1,199. Don’t miss this opportunity to equip your organisation with the insights and connections needed to secure Malaysia’s digital future.
Visit conference.thestar.com.my/cybersecuritysummit to register today.
