Berlin Cybersecurity Social #22 - The Deepfake Problem: Real Attacks & Real Risk

The Deepfake Problem: Real Attacks & Real Risk

For this month’s Berlin Cybersecurity Social, Jonny Smyth (CTO @ Ceartas) walks us through what’s changing in the deepfake landscape, why the technology has become so accessible, and what this could mean for security, trust, and day-to-day operations.

Jonny Smyth is the CTO and Co-Founder of Ceartas, where he works on AI-driven tools that help creators and brands safeguard their content online by spotting misuse, issuing takedowns, and understanding how their work is being copied or manipulated. With experience across engineering and security roles, he focuses on making emerging threats, like deepfakes, easier for organisations to understand and respond to. Deepfakes have evolved fast, and they’re starting to show up in places that matter.

This will be a relaxed, high-level session designed for the whole community—technical or not—focused on understanding the shift rather than diving into the weeds.

This session is part of the Berlin Cybersecurity Social community’s monthly meetup, where security professionals, leaders, and enthusiasts come together to share knowledge and connect. So are you a cybersecurity professional looking to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and make friends? Look no further!

Agenda:

• 17.00 Walk in & ice breakers
• 18.00 - 18.30 Speaker: Jonny Smyth (CTO @ Ceartas) - The Deepfake Problem: Real Attacks & Real Risk
• 18.30 Networking & ice breakers
• 20.00 End

***Please note***:

**We will be sharing the venue with other tech communities bringing more opportunity for collaboration, but will also be able to have a space for our community too as well as the common networking areas.

**Registration at the venue is required (also for a free drink!), for privacy and PII concerns you can feel free to share minimal info but at minimum an email and first name and last initial is required (any of your choosing ;)

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About Berlin Cybersecurity Social: This meetup is open to cybersecurity professionals of all levels, from beginners to experts. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your journey in the field, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with others who share your passion for cybersecurity.