PwC Academy: A.F. Ferguson & Co. Hosts Exclusive Masterclass on Governing Cybersecurity in the AI Era

As AI rapidly transforms the way we work, serve customers, and compete, cybersecurity has become a top management and boardroom priority - no longer just an IT issue. It now stands as a core pillar of digital trust.

In response to this evolving landscape, A.F. Ferguson & Co. (a member firm of the PwC network) hosted an exclusive One Day Masterclass titled “Governing Cybersecurity in the AI Era – Digital Trust, Risk & Resilience” on January 22, 2026, at the Marriott Hotel Karachi.

The event brought together more than 100 senior tech and business leaders, including CISOs, CIOs, CTOs, CDOs, CFOs, CIAs, risk professionals, and experts from diverse industries, creating a rich forum for collaboration and learning.

The session was expertly led by Saad Kaliya, Partner at A.F. Ferguson & Co., and Syed Abdul Qadir, Executive Director at A.F. Ferguson & Co. We were also honored to host Dr. Erdal Ozkaya, CISO at Morgan State University and President of the Global CISO Forum, as our international guest speaker. Dr. Ozkaya’s insights into the intersection of AI and cybersecurity significantly enriched the discussions.

We extend our gratitude to all participants for their active engagement, insightful questions, and knowledge-sharing, which helped make the masterclass an inspiring and valuable experience for all.

Take a look at some moments from our insightful session.