Synopsis: In this AI Leadership Insights video interview, Amanda Razani speaks with Patrick Harding, chief architect for Ping Identity, about the state of identity fraud in the age of artificial intelligence.
In this episode of the Techstrong AI Leadership Insights video interview series, Amanda Razani interviews Patrick Harding, chief architect of Ping Identity, about the critical role of identity and access management in the age of AI. Harding introduces Ping Identity’s solutions that help organizations verify, authenticate and authorize users, emphasizing how AI is reshaping the landscape, especially with the rise of DeepFakes. He discusses the growing concerns among business leaders regarding AI-driven fraud and the need for more robust security measures, particularly in industries like financial services that are heavily targeted.
Harding further explores the concept of moving from implicit to explicit trust in communication channels, especially as AI technologies like DeepFakes become more sophisticated. He stresses the importance of education in cybersecurity, urging businesses and individuals to verify communications thoroughly to protect against AI-based threats. The interview concludes with Harding highlighting the need for balancing security and user experience, particularly as new authentication methods are introduced to counter these emerging threats.
