Watch the highlights of our Forum 2
The second forum will convene cybersecurity professionals, and industry leaders to explore how psychological priming can be used as a strategic tool to strengthen cyber readiness and resilience. The session will highlight how subtle behavioral cues can influence secure decision-making and drive proactive defense across organizations.
Featuring two insightful panel discussions:
• “The Ethics of Cybersecurity Priming: How Far is Too Far?”
Gain a deeper understanding of the ethical boundaries involved in using psychological techniques to shape user behavior in cybersecurity. This panel offers expert perspectives on key issues such as consent, autonomy, and transparency in the application of behavioral science to cyber defense. Attendees will also explore real-world examples that illustrate both the effective use—and potential misuse—of priming strategies, helping organizations navigate the fine line between ethical influence and manipulation.
*”Measuring the Success of Priming Techniques in Reducing Cybersecurity Breaches”
Discover how organizations are evaluating the real impact of psychological priming on cybersecurity outcomes. This panel will explore methods for measuring the effectiveness of behavior-based strategies in reducing breaches, improving compliance, and strengthening user awareness. Learn from case studies, performance metrics, and expert insights on how to assess and refine priming initiatives—ensuring they deliver meaningful results without compromising ethical standards.
Overall, delegates will gain a deeper understanding of the ethical, practical, and measurable aspects of priming, as well as how these techniques can be responsibly implemented to enhance human-centered cyber defense.

Speakers

PBGEN Bernard Yang
PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE ANTI-CYBERCRIME GROUPDEPARTMENT OF FINANCE

Atty. Laurice
Esteban-Tuason
CONVERGE INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, INC.

Atty. Rommel Oquendo
METROPOLITAN BANK AND TRUST COMPANY (METROBANK)

Calvert "Abet" Cabungcal
JDEL INVESTMENTS & MANAGEMENT CORP.

Rookie Nagtalon
AIDEA GROUP OF COMPANIES

Roger S. Villanueva
SGS PHILIPPINES, INC.

Carlos Tengkiat
RIZAL COMMERCIAL BANKING CORPORATION (RCBC)

Linette Managhaya
SOPHOS

Christina Tee-Bautista
TREND MICRO

April Cacho
TRENDS

David Medallo
HUMAN_MANAGED

Lau Boon Peng
MENLO SECURITY

Atty. Elias Omar Sana
HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES, PHILIPPINES

Harley Magsino
ARCON