There’s no doubt that AI is changing the game in cybersecurity, but not always in the ways we expect.

In this episode, Ron Eddings shares his firsthand experience with AI-powered tools that make him a cyber superhero—when they work. From automating security tasks to turbocharging programming workflows, AI is proving its value, but also revealing its limits. Through live walkthroughs and real-world examples, he showcases how AI automates security tasks, accelerates programming, and enhances research—while also showing why some cybersecurity actions should stay human-led.

Impactful Moments:

00:00 - Introduction

02:00 - The good and bad of AI in security

04:00 - Google’s AI weapons controversy

06:30 - Deepfake scams and AI-powered phishing

09:00 - How AI helps (and fails) at programming

12:00 - Automating security research with AI

18:00 - AI-generated meeting notes & productivity hacks

21:00 - What AI should NEVER do

23:00 - The future of AI in cybersecurity

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