The Impact of Generative AI on Trust
In an era where artificial intelligence can conjure up realistic images, voices, and even entire narratives with a few keystrokes, the very foundation of trust is under siege. Generative AI,…
Protecting Our Business in the Digital Age: A Story from a Manufacturing CEO
As the CEO of Precision Parts Manufacturing, a mid-sized company based in the heart of Germany’s industrial belt, I’ve always prided myself on running a tight ship. With around 250…
Welcoming Chris “The Hacktress” Kubecka as Advisor to vali.now
At vali.now, we are committed to advancing information security through innovative tools and services that protect against emerging threats. Today, we are pleased to announce that Chris “The Hacktress” Kubecka,…
Distinguishing Genuine Messages from Spam and Scam SMS
At vali.now, we prioritize sharing practical knowledge on information security to help users navigate digital threats effectively. In an era where text messages are a common communication tool, distinguishing legitimate…
How Do I Detect a Phishing Email?
We at vali.now regularly analyze current phishing campaigns and support organizations in building effective detection capabilities. Phishing remains the most common initial access vector in 2026. Attackers now frequently use…
Polity Simulation
It’s unlikely that you’ve heard of polity simulation but you will be impacted by it. Polity simulation is a type of attack on political processes that leverages AI tools and…
Deepfakes in Politics
While deepfakes are pervasive in the environment of scams we’d be remiss not to note the impact of deepfakes in politics. Deepfake photos and video are quickly becoming the go-to…
Synthetic Media for “Fun and Profit”
In our last post, we explored the process the New York Times went through to determine whether the photos Donald Trump posted of Nicolás Maduro were real. We dug into…
Assess the Veracity of Photos
Everyone struggles with determining whether photos you see online are “real” or whether they might be synthetic media. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by that task, you’re not alone. Even the…
Understanding IMSI Catchers and Mobile Security Risks
We regularly monitor evolving threats to mobile network security. Due to fundamental design elements in cellular protocols – such as one-way authentication in earlier generations – voice calls and data…