Modern Scams, AI Impersonation & the New Cybercrime Economy | DailyCyber 284 with Chris NyhuisCybercrime has entered a new phase — one driven by automation, AI impersonation, and criminal ecosystems that operate like legitimate software businesses.In this live episode of DailyCyber, Brandon Krieger speaks with Chris Nyhuis, CEO and Co-Founder of Vigilant, about how scams now work, why tech-savvy consumers are increasingly targeted, and what practical steps individuals can take to protect themselves in 2026. Chris brings more than three decades of cybersecurity leadership, multiple patented innovations, and direct experience partnering with law enforcement to dismantle cybercrime and trafficking networks. Topics covered:• Why Gen-Z is being targeted for cybercrime• How criminals sell scam tools, bots, and scripts like SaaS products• Fake AI agents impersonating banks, retailers, and payment platforms• Multi-stage scams combining tech support, spoofed bank calls, and fake government agents• Why scams are expanding beyond seniors• Practical protection steps for money, identity, and devices Guest: Chris Nyhuis — CEO & Co-Founder, Vigilanthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-nyhuis-34427550/ Host: Brandon Krieger — CEO & vCISO Advisorhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonkriegerhttps://www.DailyCyber.ca Watch live or on replay:https://www.youtube.com/BrandonKrieger Listen to the podcast:https://www.DailyCyber.ca

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