Securing Independent Schools Against Deepfake Deception and AI Companions with Evan Harris

Evan Harris of Pathos Consulting Group addresses the escalating risks of AI-generated deepfakes and companions within school communities. The discussion highlights the psychological tactics scammers use to bypass critical thinking, the limitations of technical detection tools, and the urgent need for schools to update policies and student safety protocols. Pathos Consulting Group - The organization founded by Evan Harris focused on deepfake safety and crisis readiness for schools.Reality Defender - A digital forensics tool mentioned for its use in identifying AI-generated content.KnowBe4 - A cybersecurity awareness platform discussed in the context of phishing and deepfake training."Fake" by Perry Carpenter - A recommended resource for understanding the science of deception and human nature.Presidium - An organization cited for its data on the rise of youth-to-youth abuse within independent schools.Adaptive Security - A company providing cybersecurity training for high-stakes organizations.