Copilot versus Hacker: Strengthening SAIMC’s Digital Defenses
Cybersecurity is a cornerstone of trust in today’s connected world. SAIMC NPC recently took decisive action to secure its email domain, saimc.co.za, closing vulnerabilities and reinforcing protection for members and partners.
Through the Copilot versus Hacker initiative, SAIMC demonstrates how human expertise and AI collaboration can outsmart evolving threats. Using Microsoft Copilot, the team identified and corrected SPF, DKIM, and DMARC configurations, implemented BIMI for verified branding, and established a resilient defense against phishing and spoofing.
This milestone marks the beginning of a broader journey — one where technology and leadership unite to safeguard professional communication.
Join us as we explore future chapters in the “Copilot versus…” series, showcasing how AI continues to strengthen SAIMC’s digital ecosystem and empower engineering professionals across South Africa.
Microsoft Teams meeting: Tuesday 21 April 2026
Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/338905580005513?p=omu0Rkmgiq3cpWQQbL
Meeting ID: 338 905 580 005 513
Passcode: Hg63n5zk
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