AI Ethics and Governance: Building Trustworthy Systems

In this episode of #AndSecurityForAll, Kim Hakim sits down with Tony North, Director of Technology Support for the City of Seattle, to discuss the growing importance of AI ethics and governance in today’s cybersecurity landscape.

From AI bias and data privacy to trust, transparency, and real-world failures like Delta Airlines and Amazon’s AI recruiting challenges, this conversation breaks down what organizations need to know as AI rapidly transforms the industry. Tony also shares insights into AI governance roles, support teams on the front lines, and why cybersecurity professionals must stay ahead of emerging technologies like quantum computing.

🎙️ Topics include:

• AI ethics & governance
• Building trustworthy AI systems
• Data privacy and bias
• AI support and security operations
• Real-world AI failures and lessons learned
• The rise of AI officers and governance teams
• Preparing for the future of AI & cybersecurity

As AI adoption continues to accelerate across every industry, understanding how to balance innovation with accountability has never been more important. This episode offers practical insights for cybersecurity leaders, IT teams, and anyone navigating the rapidly evolving world of AI-driven technology