ValorTech CEO Bryan Sevener shares expert strategies with FOX6 Milwaukee for recognizing AI-generated deepfakes and staying safe from the next generation of online scams.

MILWAUKEE, WI — February 9, 2024 — As Artificial Intelligence continues to evolve at a rapid pace, Bryan Sevener, CEO of ValorTech, appeared on FOX6 Milwaukee to educate the public on the growing danger of "deepfakes" and AI-driven social engineering.

During the interview, Sevener explained that scammers are no longer just using text-based phishing; they are now utilizing synthetic audio and video to impersonate family members, colleagues, and public figures. Drawing on his military-grade cybersecurity background, Sevener provided viewers with practical methods to verify digital reality.

Key insights provided by Bryan Sevener in the FOX6 report include:

• The "Uncanny Valley" Red Flags: Sevener pointed out technical inconsistencies to look for in AI-generated videos, such as unnatural blinking patterns, glitches around the mouth or jawline, and lighting that doesn’t match the background.
• The Power of "Safe Words": To combat AI voice cloning—where a scammer mimics a loved one's voice in an emergency—Sevener recommended that families establish a "challenge-response" or safe word that only they would know.
• Verify, Don’t Trust: He emphasized that in the age of AI, "seeing is no longer believing." He urged viewers to always verify urgent requests for money or sensitive information through a secondary, trusted channel before taking action.
• The Speed of AI Evolution: Sevener highlighted that while the technology is becoming more convincing, being aware of the tactics is the first and most important line of defense for the average consumer.

ValorTech remains at the forefront of the cybersecurity landscape, helping Milwaukee-area businesses and individuals navigate the risks of emerging technologies through education and advanced security solutions.

To view the full FOX6 report featuring Bryan Sevener, visit:https://www.fox6now.com/video/1408785