AI Meets Cybersecurity: New Tools, New Threats, and Smarter Defenses

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At the December 9 meeting, Guy Hopkins of CMIT Solutions of South Denver, will present: "AI Meets Cybersecurity: New Tools, New Threats, and Smarter Defenses"

Executive Summary:

AI is changing the cybersecurity game.

In this session, we’ll explore how cybercriminals are using AI to launch faster, more convincing attacks, and how small businesses can fight back using modern security strategies. You’ll walk away with a clear understanding of today’s risks and the practical steps you can take to protect your business, your data, and your team.

Key Topics Covered:

• How attackers are using AI for phishing, impersonation, and automation
• Why small businesses are more vulnerable than ever before
• The 10 essential cybersecurity practices every business should revisit (yes, even yours)
• Three high-impact, affordable defenses for today’s AI-powered threat landscape: Security awareness training for employees, AI-driven phishing protection and email filtering, and Multi-factor authentication (MFA) and identity management
• What to expect from a managed IT provider, and how to get started with smart, scalable security

Top 3 Takeaways:

• Understand how AI is fueling new types of cyberattacks, and what that means for small businesses
• Learn three immediately actionable ways to boost your defenses
• Leave with a security checklist and clear next steps to level up your company’s cyber readiness

Speaker Bio:

Guy Hopkins is the owner of CMIT Solutions of South Denver, a locally owned IT services firm helping small and midsize businesses secure, manage, and modernize their technology.

With over 30 years of experience leading global technology teams, Guy now focuses on bringing enterprise-level cybersecurity and AI strategy to the local business community.

A long-time Denver resident and community volunteer, he is passionate about making technology simple, secure, and a true growth driver for local businesses.

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