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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