Tag: AI

The Scam You Never See Coming

Fraud today doesn’t feel anything like it used to. It’s not just about somebody skimming a credit card at a gas pump or stealing a check out of the mail. It has gotten personal, messy, emotional. Scammers are building relationships, earning trust, and studying the little details of our lives so they can strike when we’re tired, distracted, or dealing with something big. And honestly, most people have no idea how far it’s gone.

Hacking AI

AI has brought incredible new capabilities into everyday technology, but it’s also creating security challenges that most people haven’t fully wrapped their heads around yet. As these systems become more capable and more deeply connected to the tools and data we rely on, the risks become harder to predict and much more complicated to manage.

The Ransomware War

Ransomware isn’t a lone hacker in a hoodie. It’s an entire criminal industry complete with developers, brokers, and money launderers working together like a dark tech startup. And while these groups constantly evolve, so do the tools and partnerships aimed at stopping them before they strike.

The Global Scam Battle with David Bittner

Cybercrime continues to evolve in sophistication and scale, with attackers running their operations much like businesses. From ransomware gangs with customer support desks to AI-generated phishing campaigns that erase traditional red flags, scams are becoming harder to detect and stop. In this episode, David Bittner, host of the CyberWire Daily Podcast, shares his perspective on […]

AI Supercharges Scams with Brett Winterford

Cybercriminals are accelerating their attacks in ways that weren’t possible a few years ago. Artificial intelligence is giving them the ability to spin up phishing campaigns, voice clones, and deepfakes in minutes instead of days. As a result, the gap between what’s genuine and what’s fake is closing fast, making it harder for both individuals […]

Hackers Are Winning with Evan Powell

Evan Powell has spent nearly 30 years in the cybersecurity world. He’s the founder and CEO of Deep Tempo, and a serial entrepreneur who’s helped industries from cloud data to resilience engineering make big transitions. Evan knows what it looks like when attackers have the upper hand, and he’s seen firsthand how enterprises try to shift the balance.

Before the Fraud Tsunami Hits with Ritesh Kotak

Ritesh Kotak is a cybersecurity analyst, an Ontario lawyer, and a tech innovator who’s worked with Fortune 500 companies and served in policing, where he helped start one of Canada’s first municipal cybercrime units. He’s got a BBA, MBA, and JD, all focused on privacy, cybercrime, and the way emerging tech impacts everyday life.

Privacy is Dead with Pam Dixon

Privacy in the digital age has grown from a background concern into one of the defining issues of our time. What began with simple questions about online safety has expanded into a complex, global conversation about how artificial intelligence, biometric data, and massive data ecosystems are reshaping daily life.

Hidden Dangers of AI in Cybersecurity with Aviad Hasnis

Whether you’re the CISO of a Fortune 500 company or you’re running a small team with Bob, the go-to tech person juggling 18 other tasks, this episode is packed with practical insights to help you avoid the next big cybersecurity headache. While AI might be reshaping the cybersecurity landscape, staying secure still comes down to thoughtful planning, human judgment, and making sure someone you trust has your back.

Why Everyone’s A Target with Gabrielle Hempel

Some scams are so convincing, they’re almost impossible to spot. With phishing emails that look like they’re from your bank, deep fake videos that mimic real people, and AI-generated messages that feel personal, it’s getting harder to know what’s real and what’s a trap.

Fighting Child Exploitation with Debbie Garner

When it comes to protecting children online, that line gets especially thin. Debbie Garner is a retired Special Agent in charge with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation and former commander of the state’s Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. For years she led efforts to track down online predators and bring justice to survivors. These days she’s working in the private sector, serving on the boards of Raven and Revere Technologies, pushing for smarter tech solutions and stronger training to support those still on the front lines.

Safe AI Implementation with Aditya Sood

Red models associated with AI technologies highlight real-world vulnerabilities and the importance of proactive security measures. It is vital to educate users about how to explore the challenges and keep AI systems secure. Today’s guest is Dr. Aditya Sood.

Navigating Data Brokering and Privacy with Darius Belejevas

In a world where data is more important than ever, understanding how it is acquired, shared, and misused is critical. This data powers targeted marketing, scams, and even identity theft. But what can be done to regain control of personal privacy? Today we’re diving deep into this topic with cybersecurity expert Darius Belejevas, who has spent years assisting folks in removing their data from these digital marketplaces. He is the head of Incogni and Surfshark.

Empowering the Vulnerable with Sam Curry

In cybersecurity, we need to understand the mindset of hacking, which is not ethics. We also need to realize that even if we have cybersecurity experts get hacked, there is no reason to feel embarrassed or ashamed when it happens to us. In today’s show we’re going deep into the world of cybersecurity with one of the industry’s most seasoned experts, Sam Curry.

Brushing Scams with Venkat Margapuri

Scams come in many forms but receiving a freebie from a scammer doesn’t make sense. If something shows up at your door that you didn’t order, should you be worried? Brushing scams are becoming more common and while they may seem harmless at first they can be a gateway to fraud, identity theft and financial loss.

AI, Automation, and the Future of Cybersecurity with Michael Lyborg

With the increase in targeted cyber attacks, it’s more important than ever for organizations to quickly identify and respond to threats. AI is helping security teams by acting as virtual analysts, handling much of the investigation work. However, human oversight is still essential for the final steps and judgment.

5 Key Cybersecurity Elements with Kelly Hood

How do phishing scams, AI-powered attacks, and strategic governance intersect? Together, they’re redefining the future of cybersecurity. Organizations are navigating a mix of challenges and implementing innovative solutions to proactively address today’s threats.

AI: Double-Edged Sword for Cybersecurity with Vincent LaRocca

As consumers, we may realize the need to be vigilant by using two-factor authentication and password managers, but there are so many scams out there that can impersonate legitimate organizations, websites, and people. We really can’t let our guard down.

A Lesson in Crisis Management with Jeremiah Grossman

The potential of overestimating or undervaluing your data can make it difficult to establish how much protection you need for a cyber intrusion. Jeremiah Grossman has spent over 25 years as an InfoSec professional and hacker, and is an industry creator and founder of White Hat Security and Bit Discovery.

Technology Regulation is Outdated with Andrew Costis

Regulators have to invest a considerable amount of time in keeping legislation and policy up to date regarding technology and AI, but it’s not easy. We need floor debates, not for sound bytes or for political gain, but to move policy forward.

Child Safety Tips with Steve Lazarus

Is it right for parents to be the ones to have to put limits on their children’s screen time or to monitor the content they consume? Knowing the impact of social media and kids can influence the decisions that are made. Today’s guest is Steve Lazarus. Steve is a retired FBI agent, crime fiction author, and Instagram influencer specializing in personal and child safety topics.

AI: Doomsday vs. A Very Bad Day with Bobby Blumofe

Many criminals are beginning to use deep learning AI to categorize the information they have stolen. They’re using a steady amount of micro attacks on individuals and businesses and not just full-scale assaults

Preventing SIM Swapping Scams with Mark Kreitzman

Mark Kreitzman is a seasoned cybersecurity expert with over 20 years of experience in building cybersecurity companies. Mark brings insights into evolving threats facing mobile security and data privacy. His expertise in our increasingly mobile world makes him a valuable resource in discussing how to mitigate your risks as it pertains to mobile communications.

5 Common Uses of Synthetic IDs with Stuart Wells

There are entire communities set up to fight fraud that use synthetic IDs as well as scammer gangs that are advancing their creative ways to use these documents. This is changing regularly as biometric authentication advances continue.

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