There is growing concern over deepfakes, which are videos and audios that are highly realistic yet fake across various industries, but perhaps more pertinent in the B2B context. These synthetic media can mislead society and create negative impacts on reputation and financial aspects. However, it is evident that social media platforms have an essential role in addressing the fake problem and...

Colin, could you elaborate on the concerns you’ve raised regarding AI’s impact on elections? Answer: When it comes to AI and its impact/role in elections, the challenge is misinformation, generated by deep fakes (e.g. someone’s image and voice being used to propagate false opinions and incorrect information), bot accounts on social media propagating incorrect and/or misleading...

In 2024, the cybersecurity realm has opened new doors to new vulnerabilities and attack techniques. As attacks become more sophisticated and dynamic, traditional defense mechanisms fail to provide protection. Therefore, to effectively combat these challenges, CISOs and IT leaders need to analyze the current situation and mitigate threats in real-time. As we look ahead to 2025, likely, the...

As the holiday season nears, businesses gear up to maximize operational efficiency, enhance customer interactions, and streamline processes. Artificial intelligence (AI) has become crucial in meeting these objectives, especially when customer activity reaches its peak. However, AI’s capabilities also bring essential questions: Will it serve as a valuable ally to simplify holiday...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a relatively new field that has rapidly evolved into a major influence on the strategic direction of organizations. Its significance extends far beyond automation, enhancing complex decision-making processes. AI is both a risk and a tool for managing risk—a paradox that organizations must confront as they navigate the landscape of 2024 and beyond. The Risks...

In the last few years, we have witnessed that the digital landscape’s boundary between reality and fiction has become increasingly blurred thanks to the advent of deepfake technology. While the intention of developing deep fake technology was purely for entertainment and other legitimate applications, in recent times it has become infamous for spreading misinformation. This technology can...

The potential for deepfakes to sway public opinion and influence the outcome of India’s Lok Sabha is raising red flags throughout the cyber community. While Indians are deciding on which candidate best represents their views, deepfakes, and generative technologies make it easy for manipulators to create and spread realistic videos of a candidate saying or doing something that never...

In a shocking revelation, a massive data leak has exposed sensitive personal information of over 1.6 million individuals, including Indian military personnel, police officers, teachers, and railway workers. This breach, discovered by cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler, included biometric data, birth certificates, and employment records and was linked to the Hyderabad-based companies...

Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) have some serious responsibilities on their shoulders as they single-handedly carry the security policies and enforcement, which are directly proportionate to an entire company’s success or downfall. CISO’s insights and knowledge allow a company to balance out supporting its internal team while guarding the organization’s data and...