2025-10-21 Small Business Daily

Welcome to Silk Logic's Small Business Daily Podcast, your go-to source for the latest news on AI and automation reshaping business. I’m your host, and today’s big story: A new survey shows AI-powered social engineering is poised to become the biggest cyber threat—just as small business owners are adopting more AI and automation than ever. We’ll break down what you need to know for 2026, plus look at new AI tools from Jobber that are giving service businesses a leg up, and an in-depth case study on how AI email subject lines are driving real revenue. So, whether you own a growing company, run a startup, or just want to stay ahead of the curve, stay tuned. We’ll give you the stories and insights to help your business thrive in the AI era. Let’s get started. First up—AI-powered social engineering is now considered the top cyber threat for 2026. According to the latest ISACA Tech Trends report, sixty-three percent of IT and cybersecurity pros say AI-generated phishing, deepfakes, and s