14/10/2026
As technology evolves, staying safe online takes more than standard precautions. From AI tools in the office to synthetic media, cyber threats are becoming harder to spot.
This October, we’re proud to share key tips supplied by our partners at ATC Insurance Solutions to help protect your business and team:
1. How to Spot a Deepfake 🕵️♂️
👉 AI-generated images and audio can look surprisingly convincing, but you can spot visual and audio glitches if you know where to look:
👉 Faces & Movement: Watch for unusual blinking, stiff expressions, awkward mouth movements, or hair that looks unblended.
👉 Audio & Lip-Syncing: Listen for flat emotion, odd pauses, or speech that doesn't match the speaker's lips.
👉 Lighting & Visuals: Look out for mismatched shadows, unusual reflections, blurry edges around faces, or warped fingers and ears.
👉 Source Check: If something feels off, pause! Verify details on official channels, use reverse image searches, and report suspicious activity.
2. Workplace Guidelines for Safe Use of GenAI 🤖
Generative AI tools are great for summarising information and supporting daily tasks, but human judgment is always required:
👉 Use Approved Tools: Stick exclusively to AI platforms that your organisation has reviewed and approved.
👉 Protect Sensitive Data: Never enter confidential, employee, customer, or business information into AI prompts.
👉 Keep Humans in the Loop: Always review AI outputs before sharing or using them—don't rely on AI alone.
👉 Be Responsible & Transparent: Disclose AI-generated content where required, and ensure code is reviewed by developers before deployment.
🛡️ Protect your business beyond the digital wall. Even with the best habits, cyber incidents happen. Contact the team at Apex Insurance today to make sure your business is backed by robust Cyber Liability Insurance.
