Global Leaders Discuss AI and Cybersecurity Collaboration in Silicon Valley
Global Leaders Discuss AI and Cybersecurity Collaboration in Silicon Valley
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Publish Date: 2026-02-19 03:42:00
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By Ritu Jha-
Leaders from India, Israel, and the United States gathered Feb. 11 at Venturedock in Palo Alto to explore the challenges and opportunities of cybersecurity in an AI-driven world. The event highlighted collaboration across nations, emphasizing innovation, resilience, and responsible AI development.
Dr. K. Srikar Reddy, Consul General of India in San Francisco, opened by noting the importance of connecting global innovation ecosystems.
“We are gathered here to celebrate three vibrant innovation ecosystems: Israel, India, and the United States,” Reddy said. “India is coming up very quickly in the startup ecosystem. We are the third-largest startup ecosystem after the U.S. and China. We have close to 200,000 registered startups with the Government of India and already 150 unicorns.”
He emphasized the role of the Bay Area in linking these communities. Reddy highlighted the contributions of Indian-origin and Israeli-origin entrepreneurs and venture capitalists in driving innovation locally.
“In the Bay Area, especially, Indian-origin and Israeli-origin entrepreneurs and venture capitalists contribute significantly to the overall innovation ecosystem. We are happy to bring all these three ecosystems together,” Reddy said.
Reddy also discussed historical ties between India and Israel, noting the role of diaspora communities.
“In addition to about 25,000 Indian citizens working in Israel in IT, healthcare, caregiving, and the diamond trade, we have 80,000 to 85,000 Israeli citizens of Indian origin. They form a very significant bridge between India and Israel,” he said. He described the Indian diaspora in the United States as “a living bridge between India and the U.S.,” adding that connecting entrepreneurs in the Bay Area with India and Israel was timely and valuable.
Regarding India’s upcoming global AI summit, Reddy said the event would be large and inclusive.
“More than 100 countries are participating. Around 1,000 people from…
