Leadership in the Age of AI-Driven Cyber Threats

Ken Banta, Founder and CEO of The Vanguard Network, recently appeared on DisrupTV Episode 423, titled Leadership in the Age of AI-Driven Cyber Threats. Hosted by R Ray Wang and Vala Afshar, the episode explores what boards, CEOs, and general counsel must do as AI acceleration, cybersecurity risk, and geopolitical uncertainty converge.

Banta joined Andre Pienaar and David Bray in a wide-ranging discussion on why AI strategy and cybersecurity can no longer be treated separately. He emphasized that leadership itself is a critical risk control—highlighting self-awareness, trust, and judgment under pressure as essential capabilities in high-risk environments.

The conversation also underscored the expanding role of general counsel as strategic partners in AI governance, ethics, and cyber resilience. The episode offers timely insights for leaders preparing for 2026 and beyond, where technology risk and leadership capability are inseparable.

To watch the full episode, click here.

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