SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SecurityPal, the leading provider of security review solutions for enterprise and high-growth companies, is proud to announce the appointment of two respected cybersecurity leaders to its team. Bil Harmer, Operating Partner Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Craft Ventures, joins as Board Observer, while Lena Smart, former CISO of MongoDB and New York Power Authority, steps in as Head of Trust. These strategic appointments come as SecurityPal continues its mission to simplify and accelerate security reviews for some of the most security-conscious companies in the world, including OpenAI, Figma, Plaid, and Snap. SecurityPal's unique fusion of advanced AI technology and certified, expert security review analysts has enabled it to offer the fastest, most accurate security review solution available. Bil Harmer, Operating Partner CISO at Craft Ventures and a recognized thought leader in enterprise security, brings deep expertise from previous leadership roles, including his time as CISO at Zscaler and as Vice President of Security Global Privacy, Officer at SuccessFactors, acquired by SAP

The United Nations General Assembly greenlit Monday (July 1) a China-sponsored, United States-backed resolution on artificial intelligence, signaling a potential sea change in global AI regulation and commerce. This cooperation between the two tech titans comes just months after a U.S.-led AI safety measure, highlighting the complex dance of collaboration and rivalry in the race to shape AI’s future. The nonbinding resolution, which garnered support from over 140 sponsors, calls on wealthy nations to ensure equal opportunities for developing countries in AI use and benefits. It emphasizes the need for a “fair, open, inclusive and nondiscriminatory business environment” in AI development and deployment, potentially reshaping global trade dynamics in the tech sector