Azfar Adib
Azfar Adib is a doctoral candidate in Concordia’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. He holds a Master of Business Administration in marketing and a Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering. Azfar has more than eight years of professional experience in the telecommunications sector. He is a senior member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). Azfar regularly promotes constructive aspects of technology through writing, public speaking and community engagement.
Sessions in which Azfar Adib participates
Wednesday 12 February, 2025
The Digital Governance Council (DGC) is a member-driven, not-for-profit organization dedicated to fostering trust in the responsible design, architecture, and management of digital technologies in Canada. By bringing together diverse stakeholders, the DGC ensures that digital standards address technical, ethical, and policy considerations while reflecting societal needs and aligning with international best practices. In this session, a guest speaker from the DGC will outline the step-by-step ...
In this session, doctoral candidates (and Concordia Public Scholars) Rana Ali Adeeb and Azfar Adib combine their expertise to explore the multifaceted challenges of deepfakes. Rana will delve into the drivers behind fake news dissemination, while Azfar will discuss innovative technologies to combat deepfake-related issues. Participants will gain insights into the psychological aspects of misinformation spread and learn about cutting-edge technologies for user authentication and content verifi...