Leveraging the Deep & Dark Web Intelligence for Executive Security
Nikki Rutman, Managing Partner - Global Intelligence & Investigations
SENTINEL

Today’s senior executives face threats that reach far beyond locked doors and secure networks. Threat actors now exploit vast sources of data, from deep web forums to dark web marketplaces, to orchestrate targeted cyber and physical attacks, leak sensitive information, and manipulate reputation on a global scale. This session shows how proactive deep and dark web intelligence enables executive protection teams to uncover actionable insights, recognize threats early, safeguard personal data, and prevent incidents before they happen.

The democratization of artificial intelligence has fundamentally been altering society's relationship with truth and trust. A transformation that threatens the foundation of banking relationships. As deep-fake technology becomes increasingly accessible through consumer applications and cloud-based AI services, cybercriminals have discovered a powerful new weapon for social engineering attacks.

This presentation examines how we arrived at this critical juncture, tracing the evolution from simple photo manipulation to sophisticated AI-generated content that can convincingly impersonate executives, customers, and trusted partners. Security professionals will gain insights into the psychology behind deep-fake-enabled social engineering, understanding how these attacks exploit human trust mechanisms that financial institutions have relied upon for centuries. We'll explore real-world scenarios where deepfakes have targeted banking operations, from fake CEO voice calls authorizing wire transfers to synthetic customer videos attempting account takeovers, while providing frameworks for building organizational resilience against this emerging threat landscape.

Staying Ahead in an Evolving Fraud Landscape
Paul Benda, EVP for Risk, Fraud, and Cybersecurity
American Bankers Association

As fraud schemes grow more sophisticated, banks face an ever-changing mix of persistent threats and emerging risks. This session provides a comprehensive look at today’s most pressing fraud challenges – from traditional scams fueled by social engineering to the rise of AI-driven schemes and the resurgence of check fraud. Attendees will gain practical insights into evolving prevention strategies, innovative industry tools, and best practices to strengthen defenses. Together, these topics offer a comprehensive view of the tactics reshaping the modern fraud environment and the tools needed to combat them.

Lunch

The Latest on Financial Fraud

Let’s talk about the latest in fraud and scams affecting our Arkansas communities. Banking is one of the industries most impacted by financial crimes. We’ll hear from area experts on how to utilize resources with the newly formed Arkansas Attorney General’s Financial Fraud Task Force.

The Fraudacity of Cybercriminals
Nick Podhradsky, EVP
SBS Cybersecurity

Cybercriminals are doubling down on deception, exploiting consumers with check fraud, identity theft, and text message scams. Join us as we expose these schemes and provide practical strategies to protect your finances — and your customers — from fraud.

Stopping Fraud Before It Starts: Three Practical Ways to Protect Your Business
Terrance Brown, Divisional Operations Manager
SafeHaven Security Group

Round Table Discussions

Here’s your chance to meet and learn from others in the bank security industry. During this hour, let’s talk about the topics that interest you as well as security issues that are keeping you up at night! It’s your opportunity to share what you’ve experienced and learn from others.