Keynote Speaker

Abstract:

While traditional cybersecurity focuses on firewalls and network defense, contemporary hybrid warfare has shifted the primary battleground to the human mind. Modern adversaries exploit AI, coordinated inauthentic behavior, and cognitive manipulation to erode public trust and destabilize democratic institutions. Compounding this threat, physiological stress and cognitive biases severely degrade operators’ analytical decision-making under crisis conditions. True resilience therefore demands moving beyond technical hardening alone to encompass human cognitive preparedness. Grounded in inoculation theory, proactive tabletop exercises and public-private collaboration must fortify the psychological defenses of decision-makers, who ultimately represent the critical frontline of security.

Biography:

Dr. Akihiro Fujii is a researcher specializing in Web applications. His research began in the fields of the Internet of Things (IoT) and Web of Things (WoT) and has recently shifted toward Internet communication environments and cybersecurity dynamics. He served as President of CYDEF2025, fostering cutting-edge advancements in cyber defence and policy strategies. Currently, he serves as a board member of the Japan Institute for Peace Studies—an independent, non-governmental think tank—alongside his academic commitments in higher education. His work emphasizes the development of robust frameworks to address complex cybersecurity challenges on a global scale. Operating at the intersection of academia and cyber policy, he combines his expertise in advanced research and education to cultivate innovative solutions and advance international cyber resilience.