As geopolitical tensions reshape the global order, a new kind of cold war is emerging - one defined not by physical borders, but by control over data, infrastructure, and intelligent systems. In this high-impact keynote, Richard Aldrich explores how AI and agentic systems are becoming instruments of national power, accelerating the fragmentation of the internet and forcing enterprises to navigate an increasingly complex landscape of data sovereignty, cyber risk, and regulatory divergence. From the weaponization of cybersecurity to the bifurcation of digital infrastructure and supply chains, this session will unpack the strategic implications for enterprise leaders operating across regions. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of how these macro forces are reshaping technology strategy - and what it means for securing systems, managing data flows, and future-proofing operations in a world where the digital economy is no longer globally unified, but strategically contested.

Walk away with a sharp, intelligence-driven perspective that connects cyber, AI, and infrastructure shifts directly to enterprise decision-making priorities.