Essential AI 101: Bridging the Knowledge Gap: AI & Cybersecurity – Protecting Data in an AI-Driven World - Episode 5

🚀 Dive into Episode 5 of AI Innovations Unleashed! We explore how AI is revolutionizing cybersecurity and fraud detection. Don't miss out!

References:

1. Visa's Scam Detection Initiative:​ Axios. (2025, March 11). Fighting scammers
2. Wall Street's AI Cybersecurity Concerns: Business Insider. (2025, March 11). Wall Street is worried it can't keep up with AI-powered cybercriminals
3. University of South Florida's AI and Cybersecurity College:​ The Wall Street Journal. (2025, March 11). University of South Florida Gets $40 Million to Start Cyber and AI College.
4. Russian Disinformation via AI Chatbots:​ The Times. (2025, March 7). Russian network uses AI chatbots to spread disinformation
5. Scammers Targeting Corporate Accounts:​ The Australian. (2025, February 15). Scammers chasing corporate account
6. FBI Warning on Phishing Emails:​ New York Post. (2025, January 22). These two words in an email are a massive red flag for scams, FBI warn

Additional Resources:

• SANS Institute Cybersecurity Training: Offers over 85 hands-on cybersecurity courses and certification programs, including topics like ethical hacking, incident handling, and penetration testing
• National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies (NICCS): A federal initiative offering a comprehensive catalog of cybersecurity training courses, career development resources, and information on cybersecurity events

Further Readings:

1. Deepfakes: Get Ready for Phishing 2.0
   • Sjouwerman, S. (2022, December 26). Discusses the emerging threat of deepfakes and their potential impact on phishing attacks
2. AI-Powered Fraud Detection in Financial Institutions
   • Patel, S., & Kumar, R. (2023). Explores how AI is used to detect and prevent fraudulent activities in the financial sector
3. AI-Driven Solutions for Preventing Online Fraud
   • White, T., & Lee, D. (2023). Examines the role of AI in combating online fraud and protecting consumers
4. Fighting Scammers: Visa's Approach to Scam Detection
   • Axios. (2025, March 11). Details Visa's initiative to combat online scams through AI and other technologies
5. Wall Street's Worries About AI-Powered Cybercriminals
   • Business Insider. (2025, March 11). Discusses the challenges faced by financial institutions in keeping up with AI-driven cyber threats
6. University of South Florida's AI and Cybersecurity College
   • The Wall Street Journal. (2025, March 11). Covers the establishment of a new college dedicated to AI and cybersecurity education
7. Audio Deepfakes: Emerging Threats and Detection Methods
   • Explores the rise of audio deepfakes and their implications for cybersecurity
8. SANS Institute: Comprehensive Cybersecurity Training
   • Provides information on SANS Institute's offerings in cybersecurity education and certification

News Highlights:

• University of South Florida's AI and Cybersecurity College: USF is set to launch the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Computing, marking a significant investment in AI and cybersecurity education