A deepfake can cost $1.33 to create, but the projected economic loss from this technology is already hitting a trillion dollars. The threat is no longer theoretical—it's a $25 million wire transfer in Hong Kong, triggered by a sophisticated deepfake video. As leaders, we've invested heavily in technological defenses, but we’ve overlooked the real target: human emotion. Deepfakes and social engineering don't breach firewalls; they exploit fear, urgency, curiosity, and our desire to trust. With...
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A deepfake can cost $1.33 to create, but the projected economic loss from this technology is already hitting a trillion dollars. The threat is no longer theoretical—it's a $25 million wire transfer in Hong Kong, triggered by a sophisticated deepfake video. As leaders, we've invested heavily in technological defenses, but we’ve overlooked the real target: human emotion. Deepfakes and social engineering don't breach firewalls; they exploit fear, urgency, curiosity, and our desire to trust. With...
Episode 43: Deepfake Deception: How Emotional Intelligence Shields You from AI Manipulation
Thrive with EQ Leadership's Playbook!
25 minutes
9 months ago
Episode 43: Deepfake Deception: How Emotional Intelligence Shields You from AI Manipulation
Deepfake scams are evolving fast—weaponizing trust, urgency, and emotions to manipulate individuals, businesses, and even democracy itself. How can we defend ourselves when AI-generated deception is indistinguishable from reality? In this episode of Thrive with EQ, we expose real-world deepfake fraud cases, break down how these scams hijack human emotions, and reveal practical Emotional Intelligence (EQ) strategies to resist manipulation. Learn how to: - Strengthen your Emotional Fire...
Thrive with EQ Leadership's Playbook!
A deepfake can cost $1.33 to create, but the projected economic loss from this technology is already hitting a trillion dollars. The threat is no longer theoretical—it's a $25 million wire transfer in Hong Kong, triggered by a sophisticated deepfake video. As leaders, we've invested heavily in technological defenses, but we’ve overlooked the real target: human emotion. Deepfakes and social engineering don't breach firewalls; they exploit fear, urgency, curiosity, and our desire to trust. With...
