Fighting AI With AI: The Future of Cybersecurity | Mike Armistead

Summary In this episode, cybersecurity expert Mike Armistead joins Anthony to expose the coming wave of AI-driven cyberattacks — and why traditional defenses won’t stand a chance. They break down how hackers are evolving from lone operators to billions of AI agents capable of learning, adapting, and breaching systems at light speed. Mike shares why the future of protection depends on “fighting AI with AI,” the importance of prevention over detection, and what every business leader should do now to safeguard their data, identity, and digital reputation. This conversation reveals how rapidly our world is changing — and what it will take to stay one step ahead. Special Guest Mike Armistead is the co-founder and CEO of Pulse Security AI, a cutting-edge cybersecurity company leveraging artificial intelligence to defend against next-generation threats. With over 30 years in cybersecurity and experience launching multiple tech ventures, Mike specializes in helping organizations understand their vulnerabilities and build smarter, AI-driven defenses. His insights combine deep technical knowledge with practical strategies for businesses navigating an increasingly digital and dangerous landscape. Chapters 00:00 – Introduction to AI Hackers and Cybersecurity Threats 02:16 – The Challenge of Voice Verification and AI-Generated Content 05:08 – Government Regulations and Ethical Responsibility in AI 10:40 – Phishing Emails and Cybersecurity Training 13:59 – Shifting from Detection to Prevention in Cybersecurity 17:26 – Handling Ransomware Attacks and Data Protection 20:31 – Developing Redundancy and Backup Strategies 23:02 – Top Cybersecurity Basics for Businesses 26:55 – Future of AI in Cybersecurity 29:24 – Changes in Entrepreneurship and Technology 32:04 – Concluding Thoughts and Contact Information 34:09 – Podcast Wrap-up and Call to Action MIKE’S INFO: Website: https://pulsesecurity.ai/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pulse-security-ai PODCAST INFO: Website: https://FutureFactory.live Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SsZRdrvWTUs1QY6Zu1sU6 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/future-factory/id1659895549 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/207e04aa-11a1-4b28-964a-148608422a49/future-factory   FUTURE FACTORY SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futurefactorypodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FutureFactoryFF Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/futurefactorypodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/futurefactorypodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futurefactorypodcast?_t=8ZIxAf4Orra&_r=1 ANTHONY'S SOCIAL: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/anthonyamunategui/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthony.amunategui.3 Find great guests at PodMatch https://www.joinpodmatch.com/futurefactorypodcast