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Paul Furtado
Distinguished VP Analyst
Gartner
Speaker Topics
- Using AI in Cybersecurity
- AI Cybersecurity Governance
- Vision, Strategy and Operating Model
- Managing Cyber Risk
- Managing Threats, Vulnerabilities and Exposures
- Opening Keynote Aligned
- Cybersecurity Management, Governance and Policy
Speaker Bio
Paul Furtado is a veteran in the IT industry. He has held roles such as CIO, VP of IT and CISO in private industry before joining Gartner. Currently he serves as a Distinguished Vice President, Analyst at Gartner where he is responsible for providing insights into cybersecurity trends, threats, prevention and governance. In his current role, he helps Gartner clients around the world develop and enhance their cybersecurity programs. Paul is regularly called upon for his expertise in Ransomware, Insider Risk and Executive Cyber Risk Awareness. Paul was named the 2023 Gartner CIO Analyst of the Year.
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Sessions
Tuesday, 04 August, 2026 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM BRT
Outlook for AI and Cybersecurity: Guiding CISOs Through Change and Opportunity
Paul Furtado,
Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
AI's promises shaped high expectations in the past. Moreover, every step forward in AI, such as LLMs, created a new wave of "AI washing" and new hopes for concrete improvements. This session puts recent and upcoming changes in perspective and guides CISOs on integrating AI into their cybersecurity roadmap.
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Tuesday, 04 August, 2026 04:00 PM - 04:30 PM BRT
Cyber Insurance Under Pressure: What CISOs Must Know Before the Next Renewal
Paul Furtado,
Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
The cyber insurance market is tightening due to frequent and severe cyberthreats — bringing higher premiums, stricter underwriting and narrower coverage. This session offers CISOs and security leaders insights on how threats like ransomware are changing insurer expectations and policy terms. Learn what underwriters seek, how to prepare for renewals and avoid red flags that lead to denied claims or reduced payouts. We offer practical guidance on aligning security controls with insurance requirements and making cyber insurance a strategic asset.
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Wednesday, 05 August, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM BRT
CISO Circle Leadership Exchange: Future of AI in Cybersecurity: AI Predictions and Roadmap Challenges for 2026-2029
Paul Furtado,
Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
This session delves into key AI predictions and current challenges, providing CISOs with actionable insights to build effective and resilient three-year roadmaps. Learn how to optimize AI initiatives for cybersecurity and adapt security programs to align with future business uses.
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Wednesday, 05 August, 2026 04:30 PM - 05:00 PM BRT
Ransomware Reloaded: How AI Is Reshaping the Threat and the Defense
Paul Furtado,
Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
As AI rapidly advances, it is transforming the ransomware landscape, empowering both attackers and defenders. This session explores how threat actors use AI to accelerate the success of their cyberattacks, while security leaders turn to AI tools for faster detection and response. This session offers a look at the evolving AI-powered threat environment and provides actionable insights on adapting defenses, updating playbooks and preparing for the next generation of intelligent cyber extortion.
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