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AI is transforming the cyber security landscape at a pace most small and medium‑sized businesses simply aren’t prepared for. AI has made attacks faster, more convincing and cheaper and that shift is already reshaping how cybercriminals operate.
This webinar, AI & Cyber Security in 2026: Protecting Your Business from AI‑Driven Threats, is designed specifically for SMEs who need practical guidance on staying safe while still embracing AI’s benefits.
Below is an overview of what the session covers and why it’s worth your time.
1. How AI Has Changed Cyber Threats
You’ll learn how AI is accelerating old attack methods rather than inventing new ones and why that makes them harder to spot.
Practical, realistic steps SMEs can take, not expensive tools or hype.
Expect guidance on:
One line sums it up perfectly:
“If leadership does not set the rules, staff will invent their own.”
The webinar gives a balanced, vendor‑neutral overview of popular AI tools, what they’re good for, where the risks are, and how to choose the right ones for your team.
This isn’t a sales pitch. In fact, the host states:
“We don’t sell any AI tools. We’re not affiliated with any AI tools.”
This session is ideal for:
Especially those who feel overwhelmed by AI or unsure where to start.
These departments are increasingly targeted by AI‑powered scams and deepfakes.
Even if you’re not technical, the webinar explains everything in plain English.
If your staff are experimenting with tools like ChatGPT, this webinar is essential.
You’ll walk away with:
Most importantly, you’ll learn how to embrace AI without exposing your business.
Giles Cleverly is the Director of Syn‑Star IT Support, leading the company since 2002.
With over two decades of experience in IT services and business technology solutions, Giles has guided Syn‑Star in helping UK organisations strengthen their IT infrastructure, improve efficiency, and adopt secure, future‑ready practices.
His expertise ensures businesses receive trusted support tailored to their needs.
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Protecting your digital data is crucial for every business and this can start with the industry-leading security we offer. The Syn-Star specialists can help with identifying any vulnerabilities within your IT systems and act accordingly to ensure cyber-attacks and data breaches are mitigated.
Your business will never fall behind with its technology when you work with Syn-Star.
We understand IT and Telecoms for your business is an investment, but it’s important to use the best resources available to enable the growth of your business. Our IT Consultancy and Virtual IT Director Services are available to support you with how you use your business technology for years to come.
Syn-Star can conduct quick and easy phishing exercises to identify people within your team who need to improve on their knowledge around fraudulent emails and how they can be alerted to these threats.
At Syn-Star, our experts can proactively work to understand exactly what software you need to support with the business operations. Whether you need a listening ear on what software to choose, or would like to seek some specialist knowledge, we’re here to help where we can.
At Syn-Star, we keep Telecoms simple. There’s so much available to help UK companies with their communications. VoIP systems, fixed landline, cloud phone systems, SIP trunking and more. Contact us for further details.
Desk phones, cordless phones or conference phones, Syn-Star can provide you with whatever you need.
From conference calling facilities to the headsets which work best for your team, we’re able to provide all the equipment you need and complete any telecoms job from start to finish.
There is no need to be in the office to make and receive phone calls from your company’s number. Our market-leading Telecoms platform gives you the flexibility of desk phones, soft phones and mobile apps as standard.
Whether your team works remotely, or perhaps staff are on a business trip anywhere in the world, calls can still be made, and people are reachable via phone wherever they go.
With a range of products, our team can support you by installing exactly what you need for internet connectivity. We work with the very best products to provide speedy bandwidths which play a part in the increased productivity of your team.
