Everyday Disinformation Defense: A Guide for the Tech-Savvy Among Us
Anant Shrivastava | Founder, Cyfinoid Research
Date: Thursday, August 7 | 1:30pm-2:10pm ( Lagoon G, Level 2 )
Pass Type: Briefings, Business Hall, Trainings
Track: Community Conversations
In a world filled with AI-generated voices, deepfakes, and fast-moving misinformation, even experts struggle to tell what’s real. For most people, it’s an overwhelming landscape. While large-scale solutions are still evolving, there is something we can do right now.
Many of us are the “tech person” in our families or communities. The “one”, people turn to when they’re unsure about a link, a video, or a forwarded message. This talk focuses on how to fulfill that role better.
We’ll explore how infosec professionals and technically aware individuals can support their circles in simple, non-confrontational ways. The talk covers practical fact-checking techniques, accessible tools for verifying information, and effective ways to talk about misinformation without causing conflict.
Whether you’re trying to protect a parent from scams or help a friend question viral claims, this session provides tools and communication strategies that actually work. The goal is not to be a fact-checking warrior, but a calm and trusted guide.