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AI and Deepfakes: Major Threats Facing Financial Crime Specialists

Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Fraud Risk Management ACAMS Highlights Need for Enhanced Data, Architecture, and AI in Investigative Practices Jennifer Lawinski • January 29, 2026 The rise of AI and deepfakes, alongside growing geopolitical fragmentation and enhanced criminal tactics, poses new challenges for anti-financial crime professionals. (Image:…

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CISA Chief’s AI Utilization Raises Concerns Among Cyber Officials

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development CISA Responds to Concerns Over Director’s Use of AI Tool Amid Compliance Review Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • January 28, 2026 Madhu Gottumukkala, acting director of the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. (Image: CISA) The use of ChatGPT by the…

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Memcyco Secures $37M to Combat AI-Driven Impersonation Threats

AI-Based Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Identity & Access Management Digital Risk Protection Startup Enhances Preemptive Scam Detection Tools Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • January 27, 2026 Israel Mazin, co-founder and CEO, Memcyco (Image: Memcyco) Boston-based Memcyco, a digital risk protection platform founded by former Memco CEO Israel Mazin, has successfully…

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Claroty Secures $150M to Pioneer AI in Infrastructure Security

Governance & Risk Management, Operational Technology (OT) Claroty CEO Yaniv Vardi Discusses IPO Strategy and Acquisition Growth Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • January 26, 2026 Yaniv Vardi, CEO, Claroty (Image: Claroty) Claroty, a leader in cyber-physical systems security, has secured $150 million to enhance its understanding of vulnerabilities in industrial physical…

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Why Upwind Is Pursuing $250 Million in Funding with a $1.5 Billion Valuation

Cloud Security, Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP), Security Operations Increasing Investments Could Enhance Cloud Security Competition Against Major Players Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • January 21, 2026 The cybersecurity landscape has experienced a significant shift, transitioning from a dry spell to a surge in funding for emerging companies. See Also: On-Demand…

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