Dave West’s Post

Earlier this year, our Chair and CEO Chuck Robbins along with other global leaders signed the Rome Call for AI Ethics, solidifying our collective commitment to the responsible development of AI. This week, it was my honour to represent Cisco and speak at the "AI Ethics for Peace: World Religions commit to the Rome Call" ceremony in Hiroshima, Japan, which further underscored the importance of united effort from governments, religious leaders, multinational corporations, and various institutions to shape a global framework for Responsible AI. AI has the potential to create a more inclusive world, but its development needs a responsible approach. Cisco is proud to align with the Rome Call for AI Ethics, which resonates deeply with our conviction to develop technology based on trust, to power an inclusive future for all. This commitment to ethical principles is the cornerstone of our vision for AI. Our commitment to human rights has steered our AI initiatives towards transparency, fairness, accountability, reliability, and security. This dedication is matched by our efforts in education and skills development, ensuring that our communities are well-prepared for the AI era. As we mark Cisco's 40th anniversary, we look forward to contributing to a future where responsible, ethical AI is the foundation. In expressing our gratitude, we acknowledge His Excellency Archbishop Paglia and Father Benanti for their visionary leadership in ethical AI. Their guidance has been instrumental in shaping these important commitments. #algorethics #RomeCall #AIethics #AIforPeace Photo courtesy of Religions for Peace Japan

It’s always great to return to Singapore and be greeted by this at immigration. I love how Cisco is leaning in to deliver nextgen #AI Infra, as well as leveraging predictive & generative AI across our portfolio to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and deliver more innovation.

When Kartika Prihadi and Bee Kheng Tay told me that they were going to kick off our first "Coffee and Byte" sessions at our Singapore office, I was looking forward to being a part of it. These sessions are all about creating connections—keeping our amazing partners in the loop on the latest breakthroughs and market strategies. I truly believe that when we work together, the possibilities are endless. Our focus areas—leveraging AI, building rock-solid cybersecurity, maximizing value for customers, and ultimately boosting everyone's digital resilience—become much stronger when we have our partners' insights. A big thank you to all our partners for spending your afternoon with us. Timothy Snow Adrian Pok Cisco

Fantastic to attend the Cisco Innovation Day for IOH (PT. Indosat Tbk) this week and participate in the Commitment Board ceremony with Vikram Sinha and Bayu Hanantasena - a testament to the shared dedication and commitment we all have towards shaping Indonesia's digital future. We've accomplished so much together, from delivering cutting-edge secure connectivity solutions to Managed Service Providers to developing cybersecurity expertise; it is inspiring to see how these efforts, powered by the latest technologies, are making an impact on Indonesia. A big part of our partnership revolves around Secure Networking, which ensures customers' digital platforms are robustly protected against evolving threats and aligns perfectly with Indosat's larger purpose of accelerating Indonesia's digital transformation. The power of partnership- empowering our partners, we ultimately empower the customers we serve together. But our work goes beyond security. We're constantly pushing the boundaries with new technologies and advancements, such as Cisco & Splunk, Hypershield, etc. This opens up incredible opportunities to better serve our customers, especially as their habits and business models continue to evolve in this digital-first world. On a personal note, a huge thanks to Vikram Sinha and the entire IOH team, Bayu Hanantasena, the Lintasarta team, Viswanathan Iyer, Dharmesh Malhotra, and everyone who participated in the summit. PT. Indosat Tbk Sanjay Vaghasia Kartika Prihadi Anil Kumar Marina K Geofran Thomas

Fantastic to see Cisco's recent AI-powered security innovations getting attention in The Straits Times. The article explores AI as a powerful tool and a potential risk as a "double-edged sword." With Hypershield, Cisco prioritizes staying ahead in cybersecurity innovation leveraging AI. As Jeetu Patel points out, the power of HyperShield comes from its ability to operate at machine scale. Much like a tireless employee, it detects threats and runs updates in a company's digital twin before deploying them in zero downtime—all without human intervention. These advancements are setting new standards in how we detect threats and protect networks, ensuring businesses can navigate the digital landscape securely.

Last week, Cisco Chair and CEO Chuck Robbins announced the launch of a Cisco cybersecurity center of excellence (COE) in Tokyo. Here are the details. Cisco will establish a Cybersecurity Center of Excellence in Tokyo focusing on appointing a National Cybersecurity Advisor, deploying a Cisco Talos Intelligence team in Japan, and developing Japanese cybersecurity talent. The Center will help businesses overcome the challenges brought by accelerated digitization and increased cybersecurity threats, aiming to strengthen digital resilience throughout Japan. Cisco has set an ambitious target to train an additional 100,000 IT and cybersecurity learners over the next five years, building on the success of its Networking Academy program. About the launch, Rahm Emanuel, U.S. Embassy in Tokyo Japan, the 31st United States  Ambassador to Japan, said: “Cybersecurity is national security and building robust digital defenses is a priority for all democracies. At a time when our adversaries are using cyberattacks to steal our secrets, cripple our infrastructure, and undermine our democratic institutions, Cisco’s new Cybersecurity Center of Excellence in Tokyo will help Japan shore up the country’s digital ecosystem, train a much-needed pool of cyber experts, and add another layer of protection to our global cyber shield.” Chuck will be joining NHK on Tuesday morning for their broadcast in Japan.

Thank you OptimEyes AI , Andrew Beagley for taking the time to have this important conversation and allowing me to share my views on the threat landscape, ability to assess risk and priorities, cyber readiness and recovery.

Reflecting on the many takeaways from Cisco Live's announcements, it's evident that successful organizations are adept at navigating digital complexities. To thrive, they must innovate, fortify security, and embed digital resilience into their DNA. However, achieving this level of readiness requires agility. Organizations must navigate multi-cloud environments, harness the full potential of data, and stay ahead of real-time risks. Each challenge poses an opportunity to grow stronger and more resilient. Looking ahead to 2027, it's reasonable to assume that even more of the world will be digitized — most of it, in fact. In such a world, the most successful organizations will have figured out how to accelerate innovation velocity and quality to differentiate their customer experience, which is where AI will be centerstage. And what's even more exciting is that more and more organizations are releasing the golden opportunity that lies in the use of AI. The recent Cisco Readiness Index points towards a shift in this direction. By leveraging AI and analytics as a competitive advantage, organizations are able to expedite decision-making, enhance user experiences, and catalyze greater digital sustenance. As we look ahead to the future, one thing is certain: the opportunities are boundless for those willing to invest in AI readiness and embrace the transformative power of technology. The future belongs to the bold, the visionary, and the agile.