SECURE-AI is an initiative dedicated to future-proofing SMEs in the East of England by strengthening their cyber resilience as they adopt emerging AI technologies. Grounded in research at ARU and shaped through collaboration with MHK Consulting, the project addresses critical gaps in current AI and cybersecurity skills provision.

Through targeted needs analysis, expert-led engagement sessions, and a validated responsible-AI framework.

SECURE-AI empowers SMEs to understand AI-driven cyber threats while also equipping them with practical, AI-enabled defense strategies. The project further fosters a sustainable ecosystem by connecting SMEs with cybersecurity specialists and developing long-term exploitation and community-building plans.