About
Bassam Alotaibi is an AI governance and cybersecurity researcher based in Saudi Arabia. His work focuses on the organisational, security, privacy, and accountability challenges created by artificial intelligence and emerging digital systems.
Alongside his research, Bassam works in information security leadership, supporting organisations in strengthening cyber governance, managing third-party risk, protecting sensitive information, and translating technical risks into practical organisational decisions.
He is also involved in technology and non-profit innovation, with a particular interest in using artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital platforms to create meaningful public and social value.
His current research explores adaptive privacy and trust mechanisms for secure peer-to-peer federated learning.
Experience
Information Security Manager
Focus on cybersecurity governance, risk management, data protection, security controls, and third-party assurance.
Founder and Chairman — Buniah for AI & Data
Supporting AI, data, education, non-profit innovation, and responsible technology adoption.
Founder — Orevix Technologies
Cybersecurity, AI governance, and digital engineering services.
AI Governance and Cybersecurity Researcher
Research into trusted AI, privacy, distributed systems, and accountable automation.
Interests
- AI Governance
- Cyber Risk
- Privacy
- Federated Learning
- Digital Policy
- Public-Sector Innovation
- Non-Profit Technology
- Leadership
- Books
- Research