Amid $40B AI Fraud Surge, Reality Defender Returns to RSAC

One year ago, Reality Defender won the prestigious Most Innovative Startup award at the RSAC 2024 Innovation Sandbox Contest. It was a defining moment for our company, one that validated our mission and propelled us into an era of rapid growth and impact. 

This year, we are thrilled to return to the conference as dedicated leaders in the ongoing fight against AI-driven fraud and deception.

The Acceleration of AI-Fueled Fraud

Since our victory at RSA 2024, the deepfake landscape has evolved at a pace that surpassed even the most skeptical predictions. Amid the 2,100% surge in AI fraud reported by Signicat, malicious actors are impersonating executives, attacking call centers, and launching massive social engineering campaigns at a scale once thought impossible. Enterprises and governments find themselves in a dire arms race against AI deception as many leaders still hesitate to take the threat seriously, with only 22% of companies implementing specific measures to fight AI breaches.

The numbers speak for themselves: In the past year alone, 49% of businesses reported that they’ve been targeted by video and audio deepfake fraud, resulting in an average loss of $450,000 per incident, according to Regula. The deepfake fraud crisis is particularly challenging due to its democratization. Attacks that once required significant expertise and computing resources can now be accomplished with readily available tools and minimal technical knowledge.

From financial scams leveraging deepfake voices to AI-generated avatars infiltrating sensitive company meetings, no industry has gone unaffected by the AI fraud threat vector. Once again, deepfakes are poised to be on top of the agenda at RSAC, as industry leaders gather to discuss this $40 billion threat posed to the U.S. economy by AI-enabled cybercrime, per Deloitte. 

How RSAC’s Recognition Transformed Reality Defender

The RSAC Innovation Sandbox recognition served as a powerful catalyst. Since winning, we've expanded our Series A funding with strategic investments from major cybersecurity venture firms. Our team has grown significantly, welcoming top AI researchers, engineers, and data scientists. We've launched our next-generation detection solutions, achieving remarkable accuracy rates on audio and video deepfakes that substantially outperform industry standards.

Perhaps most importantly, we've established partnerships with global financial institutions, government agencies, and major enterprises. The RSA Conference isn’t just a stage for showcasing innovation — it’s a hub for collaboration and networking. From engaging with potential partners to connecting with industry veterans and thought leaders, RSAC opened doors that continue to significantly expand our reach and impact.

Reality Defender at RSAC 2025

This year, we look forward to connecting with RSAC attendees at our company booth, where visitors can learn about Reality Defender’s award-winning deepfake detection solutions firsthand. CEO and Co-Founder Ben Colman will deliver opening remarks at the 2025 Innovation Sandbox contest, sharing key insights from our year at the forefront of deepfake detection.

Throughout the conference, our team will be available for demonstrations and discussions about implementing effective AI fraud detection strategies. We look forward to speaking with industry leaders, potential partners, and anyone concerned about the integrity of digital communications and verification workflows in today's AI-driven world.

Connect With Us

The $40 billion threat to our economy isn't theoretical — it's unfolding now in boardrooms, call centers, and digital communications across every sector. Reality Defender's technology doesn't just detect fraud; it safeguards business continuity and protects the trust equity that organizations have built with their customers and partners.

Meet us at RSAC 2025 to see our battle-tested solutions in action and learn why the world's most security-conscious organizations partner with Reality Defender.

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