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Cybersecurity and AI: A Two-Edged Sword — A Conversation with Jocelyn King, Founder of Smarter Online Safety


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In the AI Risk Reward podcast, our host, Alec Crawford (@alec06830), Founder and CEO of Artificial Intelligence Risk, Inc. aicrisk.com, interviews guests about balancing the risk and reward of Artificial Intelligence for you, your business, and society as a whole. Podcast production and sound engineering by Troutman Street Audio. You can find them on LinkedIn and at troutmanstreetaudio.com. You can hear the difference.

Jocelyn King, a leading figure in cybersecurity and founder of Smarter Online Safety, shares her compelling journey from being a cybercrime victim to becoming an advocate for online safety. The episode underscores the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures and the impact of AI in both aiding and combating cyber threats. Jocelyn discusses her personal experiences with cyber intrusions, the creation of her comprehensive checklist for digital protection, and the role of AI in contemporary cybersecurity challenges. She emphasizes the need for both individuals and companies to adopt robust security practices and highlights the psychological tactics employed by cybercriminals. Additionally, the episode covers the ethical considerations surrounding AI use, particularly in preventing data breaches and maintaining privacy.

Summary:

  • Guest Background: Jocelyn King is a renowned cybersecurity expert and the founder of Smarter Online Safety.
  • Cybersecurity Journey: Jocelyn shares her personal experience of being targeted by cybercriminals, which led to her mission to educate others on online safety.
  • AI and Cybercrime: The discussion highlights how AI is used by both cybercriminals and cybersecurity experts, changing the landscape of digital threats.
  • Digital Self-Defense: Jocelyn outlines key steps individuals can take to secure their digital lives, emphasizing the importance of basic security measures.
  • Ethical AI Use: The conversation touches on the ethical responsibilities of companies in using AI technology safely and transparently.

Companies/Organizations:

  • Artificial Intelligence Risk, Inc.
  • Smarter Online Safety
  • Intel
  • FBI
  • Silicon Valley AI Crypto
  • Waters Technology
  • Ferrari
  • Cal Berkeley
  • Hong Kong University

Books:

  • Getting Things Done by David Allen
  • Raising AI by Dekai

TV Shows:

  • Ted Lasso

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