Amid rising hacking threats, data scientists strengthen cyber security
The Statesman | 23 November 2025
At a time when artificial intelligence has opened up a new era in research, data collection and analysis, the growing incidence of cyber security breaches needs urgent scrutiny, especially in matters related to databases connected with business operations, data science experts have observed.
Professor Sheng Lung Peng of the National Taipei University of Business in Taiwan acknowledged the significant ethical dilemmas that have emerged as artificial intelligence and data science technologies continue to advance. Professor Peng participated in the two-day international conference on Data Science & Business Analytics, organised by the Durgapur Society for Management Studies, which concluded here today.
He has contributed to research using advanced techniques such as deep learning innovations to secure critical infrastructure and protect digital systems.
Speaking today, Professor Peng said: “We emphasise data security aimed at protecting digital systems from threats by exploring areas such as cyber-physical systems, the Internet of Things, and Bring Your Own Device security. We have developed specific defence mechanisms and models for attacks like false data injection in power systems, while also examining the factors that influence user behaviour in protecting sensitive data.”
Business analytics experts at the conference focused on understanding past business performance. Dr Kumar Sidhharth, a scientist associated with Harvard University and Cornell University, USA, also addressed the conference and introduced the pioneering concept of Phoenix Dynamics — a resilience-driven scientific model for future innovations.
The plenary session featured leading experts in cyber security, quantum computing, healthcare, industrial engineering, and deep scientific research.