Valerie Abend

Valerie Abend, Accenture’s financial services cybersecurity lead, dives into the urgent challenges banks face against AI-driven threats. She reveals how generative AI creates sophisticated deepfakes, complicating security measures. Abend emphasizes the need for banks to adopt proactive strategies and align leadership on cybersecurity. Furthermore, she discusses innovative ways to promote customer trust and awareness without inducing fear, highlighting the importance of transparent communication and collaboration in the fight against evolving banking fraud.