Trustworthy AI Chronicles

Episode 15 | Prof. Alessio Benevoli | Trinity College Dublin

In this episode of Trustworthy AI Chronicles, Dr. Ihsen Alouani speaks with Professor Alessio Benavoli from Trinity College Dublin. An expert in probabilistic machine learning and trustworthy AI, Alessio’s work bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world applications. Together, they explore what sets probabilistic approaches apart, why security and ethics must be embedded from the outset, and how advanced theory is translated into systems used in high-stakes environments. This episode offers valuable insight into the foundations of trustworthy AI and the challenges of building systems that are both robust and reliable.

Episode 14 | Michelle Simpson | Head of Pen Testing at Instil

In this episode of Trustworthy AI Chronicles, Dr. Ihsen Alouani speaks with Michelle Simpson, Head of Pen Testing at Instil, about the evolving relationship between AI and cyber security. Drawing on over 20 years of experience, Michelle explains how AI is transforming penetration testing, introducing new attack vectors, and creating an entirely new area of specialism in AI security. They discuss the limits of AI, particularly its lack of contextual understanding, and why human expertise remains essential in building and maintaining trust in digital systems. A must-listen for anyone working in cyber security, AI, or risk.

Episode 13 | Nell Watson | Author and AI Safety Researcher

AI doesn’t just fail. It can malfunction in predictable and dangerous ways. In this episode of Trustworthy AI Chronicles, Dr. Ihsen Alouani sits down with Nell Watson, Author and AI Safety Researcher, to explore how we diagnose, govern, and build trustworthy AI systems. They explore AI “pathologies,” artificial sanity, and why we may need to treat AI systems more like minds than machines. Nell shares insights from her work developing global standards, teaching ethics to machines, and building safer agentic AI. Will AI help amplify our best instincts…or our worst? Follow CSIT on LinkedIn for more: https://www.linkedin.com/company/csit-qub

Episode 12 | Simon Whittaker | Head of Cyber Security at Instil

AI in cybersecurity: risks, governance, and what organisations are getting wrong. In this episode of Trustworthy AI Chronicles, Dr. Ihsen Alouani is joined by Simon Whittaker, Chair of the NI Cyber Cluster, current Head of Cyber Security at Instil and Founder of Vertical Structure, to explore AI as both a powerful security tool and a growing risk. They discuss AI-enabled cyber threats, secure-by-design systems, public sector challenges, and the skills and collaboration needed to build trustworthy AI for the future. Want more on trustworthy AI and cybersecurity? Follow us on LinkedIn for episode updates, future guests, and news from CSIT : https://linkedin.com/company/csit-qub

Episode 11 | Kate Nicholl MLA | Member of the Legislative Assembly of Northern Ireland)

In this episode of Trustworthy AI Chronicles, Dr. Ihsen Alouani speaks with Kate Nicholl MLA, founder of Northern Ireland’s newly launched All-Party Group on Artificial Intelligence (AI), about how government can lead with purpose, accountability, and trust in the age of AI. They discuss the risks of AI and misinformation, the importance of inclusive policymaking and skills development, and how initiatives like the All-Party Group and Northern Ireland’s forthcoming AI Strategy can help ensure responsible, transparent, and ethical AI adoption across society.