Can You REALLY Trust AI? | Cybersecurity Risks Explained

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the world—but can it also put you at risk? In this episode of the Learn Online Security Podcast, Richard Bankert (Social Engineering Expert & CEO) and Chris Howells (Director of IT & Head Trainer) break down the hidden dangers of AI in cybersecurity.

From data scraping and deepfakes to AI-powered scams and emotional manipulation through AI avatars, this conversation explores how cybercriminals are already using AI to launch faster, smarter, and more convincing attacks.

You’ll learn:
✅ How AI supercharges data collection & online profiling
✅ Why old accounts (like Myspace or forgotten Facebook posts) are goldmines for attackers
✅ How cybercriminals use AI for spear-phishing, romance scams, and fake business emails
✅ The real risks of AI avatars, deepfakes, and misinformation campaigns
✅ Why human error is still the #1 vulnerability in cybersecurity
✅ Steps you can take: digital deep dives, stronger policies, and employee training

💡 Key Takeaway: AI itself isn’t evil—but it gives attackers more powerful tools than ever before. Protecting your data starts with awareness, digital hygiene, and critical thinking.

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⌚Time Stamps ⌚
0:00 – Introduction to AI as a Tool
1:18 – AI Supercharging Data Scraping
2:57 – Forgotten Accounts & Digital Footprints
5:01 – Digital Deep Dives & Data Cleanup
7:37 – Misinformation & Deepfakes
10:40 – Smarter AI-Driven Scams
13:14 – Real-World Case: Corporate Phishing
15:40 – Internal AI Risks & Employee Training
17:15 – Emotional Exploitation Risks
22:55 – Key Takeaways & Closing

Who this video is for: Small business owners, IT managers, and data-handling professionals: learn how AI, deepfakes, and phishing scams put your company at risk—and practical steps to protect employees, sensitive data, and digital hygiene.

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