TLDR: The Hyderabad chapter of ISACA successfully hosted its 25th Annual Conference, ‘TRUST AICS – 2025’, focusing on the critical integration of Artificial Intelligence with governance, cybersecurity, and privacy. The event, inaugurated by Telangana Cyber Security Bureau Director General Shikha Goel, emphasized building trust and safeguards to ensure AI serves society rather than posing a threat.
Hyderabad, a burgeoning technology hub, recently played host to a significant gathering of experts and professionals at the 25th Annual Conference of the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) Hyderabad chapter. Titled ‘TRUST AICS – 2025: Where AI Integrates Governance, Cybersecurity and Privacy,’ the event underscored the urgent need for ethical considerations and robust frameworks in the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence.
The conference, held on a Saturday and updated on August 31, 2025, saw an impressive turnout of over 400 registrations, marking it as the highest in the chapter’s history. Its inauguration was graced by Ms. Shikha Goel, the Director General of the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau and Director of the Forensic Science Laboratory, alongside other esteemed ISACA Hyderabad board members and dignitaries.
In her keynote address, Ms. Goel articulated the foundational role of trust in the digital age. She highlighted the dual nature of AI, stating, ‘The same AI that empowers us is also being weaponised through deepfakes, scams and frauds.’ She further cautioned that ‘Without trust, technology collapses into fear, governance loses legitimacy, and privacy becomes a delusion.’ Her remarks resonated with the growing concerns about cybercrimes, noting that the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) receives numerous complaints daily regarding technology being exploited for fraudulent activities.
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Ms. Goel passionately advocated for accountability in AI development and deployment. She stressed the indispensable role of professional bodies like ISACA in ensuring the ethical and responsible use of AI. ‘Accountability, collaboration and capacity-building are key to integrating AI with governance and privacy,’ she asserted. The core message of her address was a call to action: ‘The real challenge is to build safeguards so AI becomes a shield for society, not a threat. True safety will depend on the trust we nurture between citizens, government, institutions and technology.’ The conference served as a vital platform for dialogue and collaboration, aiming to forge a path towards a secure and trustworthy AI-driven future.
