Defending Against AI Threats & Everyday Scams

Converge Lab: Navigating Cyber & AI

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How do you spot a scam before it’s too late? From rural beginnings to leading the charge in cybersecurity education and AI risk advocacy, Reanna Schultz joins Jon Waldman for a lively, revealing episode of Converge Lab: Navigating Cyber and AI. Hear Reanna Schultz’s unfiltered journey from tech “side quests” to national cybersecurity advocate. Discover why real-world cyber threats are often closer and more personal than you think, from $1,000 gift card scams hitting family members to kid-targeted data exploitation hiding in “innocent” apps. Learn today’s biggest AI risks, from data poisoning and hallucinations to the new frameworks and practical steps actually making a difference in defending organizations and families. Don’t miss this episode that blends personal stories, actionable insights, and the latest on AI threats. Tune in now to win against scams, risks, and what’s next. ==== Timestamps ==== 00:00 - Introduction: Cybersecurity and leadership 01:12 - About Reanna Schultz 03:39 - Early career struggles and college side quests 07:35 - First taste of programming and pivot to cybersecurity 08:40 - Discovering cybersecurity through accidental opportunity 13:27 - Lessons from scams 18:39 - Exploitation in kids’ tech and advocacy for data protection 24:51 - AI risks in the real world 30:43 - MITRE ATLAS and new frameworks for AI threat detection 36:05 - What excites and worries cyber pros about AI 37:41 - Final thoughts