Cyber Safety 101: And What’s This “AI” Thing?
Scams, fraud, and online tricks are everywhere — and they’re getting smarter. In this engaging, plain-English session, cybersecurity professional Andy will explain how to spot the red flags before you click, share, or buy. Andy will also pull back the curtain on Artificial Intelligence (AI) — what it is, how scammers are using it, and what you can do to stay safe. Expect practical tips, real-world examples, and maybe even a chuckle.
The internet has made life easier — but it has also made scams easier. From suspicious texts to phony “urgent” emails, fraud is everywhere. Older adults are often the prime target.
In this plain-English session, cybersecurity professional Andy Chandler, CRISC, CISM will explain how to spot the red flags before you click, share, or buy. With more than two decades of experience, Andy knows that even professionals are just one click away from a scam — and he’s eager to share what he’s learned.
You’ll discover the common tricks scammers use to get your attention: fake authority, false urgency, emotional manipulation, and “too good to be true” offers. Andy will give you practical tips to slow down, verify, and protect yourself — without needing a computer science degree.
But scams are evolving. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has opened a new chapter in online fraud. Criminals can now use AI to clone voices, generate realistic emails, or create websites that look completely authentic. It’s fast, cheap, and convincing — which makes it more important than ever to know the warning signs.
But AI isn’t all bad news — it can be a real boon to everyday life. It can help you plan a trip, look up health information, or simply have a thoughtful conversation when you want company. Andy believes AI can be of enormous benefit to seniors, especially those living alone.
You’ll leave this session with three things: a skeptical eye toward suspicious messages, simple tools to protect yourself, and — because Andy insists on it — at least one good chuckle. Most importantly, you’ll walk away feeling more confident that you can enjoy the internet safely — instead of fearing it.
Presenter Bio
Andy Chandler, CRISC, CISM, is a Cybersecurity Professional recently retired from Tyler Technologies. On behalf of the Cybersecurity profession, Andy wants to jokingly apologize to you, the user of all things Internet. You shouldn’t have to be so super-cautious about using the Internet, but due to the way it was designed, you must be “Cyber Aware”.
Andy loves educating users on Internet Scams, as he knows he is just a click away from being scammed himself. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has opened a whole new chapter in online fraud, and Andy is eager to share his insights. He hopes to leave his audience with a jaundiced eye on all things Internet. Quick lesson: “Be Skeptical. Always.”
Andy writes on Cybersecurity and AI on Substack (https://substack.com/@andy04106).