Episode 5 - AI and the Acceleration of Adversaries

In this episode, Omar Rao breaks down how AI is changing cybersecurity on both sides of the fight. Attackers are using it to move faster, scale phishing, improve reconnaissance, and create more convincing deception. Defenders can use it too, but only if they stop treating AI like a buzzword and start using it as an operational advantage. This episode covers how AI is accelerating threats, where DSPM fits into modern defense, and what real security teams should do now to reduce exposure before speed becomes the attacker’s biggest advantage.Attackers are using it to scale phishing, improve reconnaissance, and move faster through noisy environments. Defenders can use it too, but only if AI is tied to real operational value.We cover:• How AI helps attackers move faster• Good AI use cases for defenders• Why DSPM matters in the AI era• What leaders and security teams should do nowA strong listen for security leaders, engineers, founders, analysts, and teams focused on cyber resilience. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit omarrao.substack.com