Recorded on 10/21/2025

The Future of Cybersecurity is Now: Protecting Families in the Age of AI

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Recorded on October 21, 2025.

This discussion brought together leaders from technology, cybersecurity, and wealth management to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping both opportunity and risk in the digital lives of modern families. Hosted by Cresset’s Chief Technology Officer, Paul Algreen, and featuring Dr. Chris Pierson, Founder and CEO of BlackCloak, the conversation emphasized that protection today extends far beyond firewalls and passwords—it’s about preserving trust, identity, and legacy in an era of unprecedented technological change.

Key Themes
  • Evolving Threat Landscape: As AI advances, so do the tools and tactics of bad actors. Deepfakes, impersonations, and targeted fraud now threaten not only institutions but individuals and families with wealth, visibility, or public presence.
  • Holistic Digital Protection: True protection is about more than cybersecurity—it’s about aligning technology, behavior, and governance to safeguard reputation, identity, and relationships across generations.
  • AI’s Dual Role: The same technologies driving business efficiency and innovation can also enable sophisticated attacks. Understanding this duality is critical for families seeking both growth and safety in the digital world.
  • Proactive Defense and Preparedness: Building personal security systems and cultivating digital awareness within the family are essential. From monitoring devices to creating trusted response protocols, proactive defense empowers confidence and freedom.
  • Partnership and Stewardship: Collaborating with trusted experts and advisors ensures that innovation is paired with vigilance—protecting not just data, but the integrity of family legacies.

About Dr. Chris Pierson

Dr. Chris Pierson is the Founder & CEO of BlackCloak, the pioneer in Digital Executive Protection for corporate executives, board members, and high-net-worth individuals and their families. Chris has been on the front lines of cybersecurity and privacy in both the public and private sectors for over 25 years. Previously at the Department of Homeland Security, Chris served for over a decade as a special government employee on the Cybersecurity and Privacy Committees. He’s also spent time as the Chief Privacy Officer for Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS), as the Chief Information Security Officer for two prominent FinTechs, and is also a Distinguished Fellow of the Ponemon Institute.

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