In a world where artificial intelligence can mimic your voice, write emails better than you, and hack systems in seconds, the rules of cybersecurity have changed—fast. This talk explores the dark side of AI: how it’s being weaponized for social engineering, deepfakes, and lightning-fast cyberattacks. From synthetic deception to real-world consequences, we’ll unpack what makes these threats so dangerous—and what individuals, organizations, and societies can do to stay one step ahead. In the age of intelligent machines, the greatest vulnerability may still be human trust.