Safety & Security Asia Conference 2026

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Securing the Future: Integrating AI, Cybersecurity and Physical Safety

10 Nov 2026
Main Stage
SAPE Industry Dialogues

The security landscape is rapidly evolving as organisations face increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, the rapid adoption of Generative AI, advanced surveillance technologies, and growing expectations for safer physical environments.

This panel discussion brings together experts from cybersecurity, Generative AI, AI-powered security technologies and strategic safety management to explore how organisations can move beyond traditional security approaches towards a more integrated, intelligent and resilient safety and security ecosystem.

The panel will examine key questions including: How can organisations prepare for ransomware and other emerging cyber threats? How can Generative AI strengthen security operations while managing its own risks? How will AI-powered surveillance, access control and security technologies change the way organisations protect people and assets? And how can these technologies be integrated with practical safety strategies, particularly in environments such as schools and educational institutions?

The discussion will also consider the importance of people, processes and technology in building organisational resilience. Rather than viewing cybersecurity, physical security and safety as separate functions, the panel will explore how these disciplines can work together to provide a holistic approach to protecting people, information, facilities and business operations.

The session will conclude with practical insights on how organisations can prepare today for the next generation of integrated safety and security challenges.

Chairperson
Roger Lee, Hon Secretary - Singapore Association for Private Education (SAPE)
Speakers
Verghese Thirumala, Group CEO - Maxitulin and Maxsecon & - Deputy Director of IACSP - S.E Asia (International Association of Counter Terrorism & Security Professionals)
Shamsir Ali, Executive Director - OmniSpheres Pte Ltd
David Tooch, Director - David Tooch & Associates