Outsmarting AI Fraud: How Higher Ed Can Respond to the Latest Threats

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Date & Time: Wednesday, September 02, 2026 at 2 p.m. ET

Fraudsters are leveraging AI to move faster and more strategically, making higher education institutions increasingly vulnerable to sophisticated attacks. As colleges and universities shift enrollment and payment processes online, bad actors are finding additional opportunities to insert themselves into these digital environments.

Fortunately, institutions can stay ahead of these threats by adopting the right strategies and safeguards.

In this 30-minute Ed Talk, attendees will learn how to respond to a range of AI-driven fraud scenarios, from scammers posing as students through AI-generated messages that expertly mimic legitimate requests to attacks that exploit legitimate accounts, approved systems, and routine payment and administrative workflows to bypass traditional safeguards.

Bonus: Attendees who join the live event will be able to participate in a ThoughtExchange workshop to share and rank best practices from their peers.

Key Takeaways:

  • Understanding the Threat: How fraudsters are using AI to create more convincing impersonation attempts and orchestrate sophisticated, identity-driven attacks
  • Avoiding Common Traps: Red flags and common pitfalls that fraudsters are exploiting so you can continue to modernize your institution
  • Building Institutional Resilience: Practical strategies to strengthen institutional safeguards, reduce risk, and move forward with confidence

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