Advisor Turntable Podcast: Episode 5

Most people still think of wire fraud as obvious scam emails and poorly written phishing attempts.

The reality today is far more sophisticated.

In this episode of the Advisor Turntable Podcast, Brendan Ryan speaks with Michael Brice, founder of BW Cyber, about how criminals are increasingly targeting financial firms, advisors, and individuals through compromised email accounts, fake wiring instructions, AI-generated voice cloning, and even deepfake video calls.

The conversation focuses less on fear and more on practical awareness. Michael walks through real-world examples of fraud investigations he is currently handling, explains why these attacks are often successful, and outlines the relatively simple controls firms can implement to dramatically reduce risk.

As AI tools continue improving, the ability to trust digital communication alone is becoming more difficult — making process, verification, and training more important than ever. Listen here to learn practical ways you can protect you and your clients.

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