Stephen Scheeler is a renowned expert in digital disruption, transformation, culture, and leadership in Australia. With his exceptional experience in Silicon Valley, he possesses a unique ability to inspire audiences with profound insights and a touch of humor and humility. Prior to his current role as CEO of Omniscient, the world leader in using AI to decode the human brain, Stephen served as the CEO for ANZ at Facebook.
In 2022, Omniscient, backed by prominent Australian business figures such as Gina Rinehart, Gretel Packer, and Will Vicars, achieved a significant milestone by winning the South-by-Southwest (SXSW) Innovation Award for AI and Machine Learning. The company is revolutionizing the field of AI by focusing on the study of connectomics, which involves data-driven construction and analysis of the brain’s connections. Using MRI scans, Omniscient converts data into 3D visuals to visualize the electrical activity occurring in the brain.
Their latest technology, Quicktome, is particularly valuable for neurosurgeons as it assists in surgical planning by providing insights into brain activity specific to each patient. While the security of individual patient records is a top priority for Omniscient, their dataset also has the potential to uncover connections related to mental health issues, such as depression or even early signs of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.
As a tech CEO, Stephen Scheeler emphasizes the importance of cybersecurity, not only in protecting the valuable intellectual property of his company but also in safeguarding the secrets of the human brain. The potential implications of AI and data in the field of security extend beyond financial data and national security.
On August 30, Stephen will be presenting “AI, Data, and the Future of Security: A Tech CEO’s View” at the Australian Security Industry Association (ASIAL) Conference held at Sydney’s ICC. This event will provide a platform for discussions on cutting-edge developments in cybersecurity and explore the implications of AI and data for the future of security.
For more information on Omniscient and the ASIAL Conference, please visit the following links:
– Omniscient: [https://www.o8t.com/](https://www.o8t.com/)
– ASIAL Conference: [https://securityexpo.com.au/](https://securityexpo.com.au/)
