The AI and Cyber Security Association
Securing the Future of AI, Defending the Future of Cyber Security.
The AI and Cyber Security Association (AICSA) is the global voice at the intersection of AI innovation and cyber security defence, uniting industry, government and academia to shape policy, set standards and drive ethical, secure technologies.


Who We Are
The AI and Cyber Security Association (AICSA) is the first global trade association dedicated to the convergence of AI and cyber security. We empower our members to shape the future of secure AI through advocacy, standards, professional development, and collaboration. From thought leadership and cutting-edge research to high-level policy influence, we are building a safer, more resilient digital world. Our diverse community brings together industry leaders, innovators, policymakers, and academics from across the globe to address shared challenges and seize emerging opportunities in AI-driven cyber defence.
What We Offer
Global Community
Members worldwide in industry, government, and academia.
thought leadership
Insightful content, ethical frameworks and our forthcoming research programme.
Policy Influence
Active engagement with UK, EU, and global regulators.
professional development
Training, professional development and exclusive events.
Join The AI and Cyber Security Association
Membership opens on Monday 3 August 2026, with our full launch on Monday 7 September 2026.
Every tier opens on the same dates. Student membership is free for anyone in full time education. Individual membership is for professionals working where AI and security meet. Corporate and enterprise membership cover whole teams, from start-ups through to larger organisations, academic institutions and government departments. Strategic partnership is for organisations that want a hand in shaping the direction of the association itself.
Find out which tier fits you best.
Our Latest News and Blog
When Claude Fable 5 Went Dark: An AICSA Response
Our Chief Executive and Founder, Lisa Ventura MBE FCIIS, logged on this morning as usual. Within minutes it became clear that something was different. Claude Fable 5, one of the frontier AI models that was launched just a couple of days or so ago, was unavailable. Not...
When AI Solves the Problem You Could Not: A Real-World Example of AI as a Practical Tool
There is a great deal of debate about the benefits and drawbacks of artificial intelligence. Much of the conversation, quite rightly, focuses on ethics, governance, risk, and the need for robust human oversight. But today we want to share something a little different:...
AI and Cyber Security: Why the Reality Is More Complicated Than the Headlines
by Nick Bown BEM CSyP FCIIS FBCS Msyl M.ISRM CITP AI is an exciting concept. The recent increase in affordable, cloud computing and public data sets means that more people can try creating models to assist with different tasks. One model which has gathered a lot of...



