Artificial intelligence has dramatically improved the ability of cybercriminals to impersonate real people through convincing emails, voice messages, and even video calls. In this practical and accessible session, participants will learn how AI-generated scams such as deepfakes and social engineering attacks are being used to target financial professionals and organizations. Through real-world examples and interactive exercises, the presentation will show how to recognize common warning signs, understand the psychological tactics scammers use, and apply simple verification habits that prevent costly mistakes.
Designed for non-technical professionals, the session focuses on practical awareness and everyday decision-making, giving participants clear strategies they can use immediately to protect themselves, their colleagues, and their organizations from AI-driven fraud.
Course Content
In this course, you will gain knowledge about the following topics:
- Simple Framing Story
- Quick Plain-Language Explanation of the Threats
- Hands-On Exercise: “Real or Fake?”
- Case Study: Deepfake CFO Scam
- Hands-On Exercise: The “Verification Drill”
- Case Study: The AI Email That Looked Perfect
- Deepfake Awareness Demo (Optional)
- The “Three Questions Rule”
- Strengthen basic controls
- Protect internal data
- Protect your own digital footprint
- Must-Do Takeaway Checklist
Who Will Benefit
This course is ideal for accountants, finance professionals, and business staff who handle approvals, payments, or sensitive information and want simple, practical ways to spot AI-driven scams and avoid costly mistakes—without needing technical cybersecurity knowledge.
Instructor: Steve Prentice
What to Expect
- Upon registration in this seminar, you will receive two emails: (1) confirmation of your order and (2) instructions on how to access the seminar through the Learning Hub. These emails can also be viewed in the Communication tab located on the Account page in the member portal.
- Seminar materials can be found in the Learning Hub at least two business days prior to the seminar, if applicable to your seminar.
- This is a Live Virtual seminar, and it is an interactive learning environment that may require webcam and microphone capabilities.
- This seminar will not be recorded.
- A certificate of completion will be provided in the Learning Hub after attendance validation has been completed.
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