M3AAWG’s 64th General Meeting, scheduled to take place from June 2 to June 5, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency in Vancouver, Canada, is almost here. With in-person meetings’ known for powering M3AAWG’s anti-abuse flywheel, we’re exploring some key sessions to help those headed to Vancouver better assess which sessions may be most relevant to them.

Keynote Address Covers Growth of A.I. Agents and Quantum Computing Risks

Join globally recognized cybersecurity legal expert Cristin Flynn Goodwin for this keynote on how emerging technologies like agentic A.I. and quantum computing are set to transform the digital landscape.

With the explosive growth of A.I. agents interacting with people, new challenges around establishing security standards are emerging. Recent quantum advancements offer incredible opportunities for solving massive problems but also introduce novel risks alongside these innovations. This keynote address will explore the evolving threats and the steps we need to consider to prepare us for the challenges of today and the near future.

Introduction to Rust Programming

If you have never attended a session from M3AAWG’s Training Committee, you should consider adding this introduction to Rust to your agenda. Training Committee sessions involve hands-on, practical knowledge where attendees actively learn through doing.

With Rust becoming popular due to its memory safety features and speed, this session will cover core concepts and syntax, memory safety features, error handling, and the Rust package management system. Attendees in this session learn by building a very simple DNS server, led by Co-Chair of M3AAWG’s A.I. Committee, Dr. Kyle Haefner.

A.I. for Beginners –  and Those Who Want to Use It Properly

If you are double-booked during the Rust Programming session or love the practical nature of sessions led by M3AAWG’s Training Committee, consider making time for this A.I. Beginners workshop. In this session, M3AAWG Expert Advisor, April Lorenzen, will lead a discussion covering:

• What to watch out for as you explore A.I. (or aim to take A.I. into production)
• Which problems are ripe for A.I. use
• How to plan a system effectively
• Common technical pitfalls
• How to manage security, risks, and relevant governance and compliance aspects

Pair Programming with A.I.: Maximizing Developer Productivity

There will be sessions covering the latest news in anti-abuse-driven A.I. solutions throughout the conference. Pradipta Deb, Vice Chair of M3AAWG’s A.I. Committee, will lead a training on pair programming with A.I. to maximize developer productivity. This beginner-friendly tutorial, designed for participants with basic coding experience in Python, will introduce you to the world of vibe-coding—where you will complete a simple coding project while leveraging free A.I. tools.

Breaking and Securing LLMs: Understanding Information Leakage Risks and Defenses

Damien Riquet of Hornet Security will lead a crucial session exploring LLM security from both attack and defense perspectives. Damien will illustrate real-world examples of how sensitive information can be extracted from LLMs, followed by a discussion of current mitigation strategies to prevent such leaks.

DNS Abuse Mitigation: Where Do the Responsibilities Lie?

Looking to catch up on the latest research regarding abuse identification and mitigation solutions? Carel Bitter, Co-Chair of M3AAWG’s Names & Numbers Committee, will moderate a panel focused on providing our anti-abuse community the latest updates on ICANN’s security research efforts. Panelists include Samaneh Tajalizadehkhoob (ICANN), and Raymond Dijkxhoorn (SURBL). This session focuses on:

• ICANN's security, stability, and resiliency research related to DNS abuse mitigation
• Tools and mitigation strategies
• The state of the problem and the policy developments surrounding this topic

The State (and Future) of Shared IP Pool Infrastructure

Join Liam Kelly, Lead Software Engineer on the Klaviyo MTA team, for this session on shared IP infrastructure. With major inbox providers moving away from IP reputation in favor of domain reputation, we will aim to answer the following important questions:

• Do senders need to rethink how they pool shared IP infrastructure?
• Are complaint and bounce rates still the most appropriate metrics for grouping?
• Will reputation-based IP pooling ever become obsolete?

We Hope to See You in Vancouver!

These sessions are a glimpse into what’s to come in Vancouver, but there is so much more to experience onsite—including additional hands-on learning, relationship-building, and networking opportunities. These will be available alongside many more working sessions, Open Round Tables (ORTs), Lightning Talks, and discussion opportunities that help bridge gaps and advance a safer digital environment.

If you haven’t registered yet, you can learn more here. Please note that registration closes on May 28, 2025, and the late registration fee of $750 USD applies after 5:00 PM PT on May 30. 

If you haven’t had a chance to review M3AAWG’s updated Mobile Strategy, check out the latest blog post. Members—stay tuned for an upcoming Engagement Series webinar with more updates and insights.

We hope to see you soon in beautiful British Columbia!