Craig and Dino recap their experience at S4X26, the leading global OT cybersecurity conference in Miami.

They discuss the conference's "connected" theme and how AI is creating an inflection point in industrial cybersecurity, driving unprecedented connectivity between IT and OT environments.

The hosts explore the challenges of the "silver tsunami" as experienced engineers retire, how AI-powered tools are being embedded directly into edge devices and industrial products from vendors like Cisco and Fortinet, and why the regulatory landscape in Europe is advancing faster than other regions.

They emphasize the importance of connecting with peers and partners in the OT security community, highlight key vendors and technologies showcased at the event, and explain why both IT and OT professionals should attend S4X together to bridge the knowledge gap.

The episode concludes with details about next year's expanded conference in Tampa, February 8-11.

Chapters:

1. (00:00:00) - Random Encounter with Team USA Hockey in Miami
2. (00:01:00) - S4X26 Conference Kickoff: The "Connected" Theme
3. (00:03:00) - AI as the Inflection Point for OT Connectivity
4. (00:05:00) - AI Embedded in Edge Devices and Vendor Technologies
5. (00:07:00) - First-Time Attendee Experiences and Key Takeaways
6. (00:10:00) - Europe's Cyber Resiliency Act and Regulatory Advancements
7. (00:12:00) - Vendor Presence and the OT Technology Marketplace
8. (00:14:00) - S4X27 Moving to Tampa: February 8-11, 2027
9. (00:16:00) - AI's Role in Addressing the Silver Tsunami
10. (00:18:00) - Final Thoughts: Why IT and OT Teams Should Attend Together

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