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Don’t miss Brandon Epstein present the latest #AIUnpacked at #MVS2026 at 1:00PM ET! He’ll be discussing The State of AI at Magnet Forensics, exploring the approaches we take as a company when it comes to AI and how we’re bringing it into our products: ow.ly/iCNX50Yj8za

S2:E1 // Cutting through the deepfake hype - Magnet Forensics Deepfakes are everywhere in today’s headlines, fueling fear and driving a surge of “AI vs. AI” detection tools. But here’s the truth: recent research shows these solutions often fall short of their…

Join our resident #AI expert, Brandon Epstein, as he kicks off Season 2 of our popular #AIUnpacked series on Jan 21. He'll cut through the #Deepfake hype and will share strategies to ensure your media evidence stands up in court.

Save your spot: ow.ly/Po5O50XY5Pr #DFIR

AI Unpacked #7: The human side of Magnet Forensics’ approach to AI - Magnet Forensics While artificial intelligence may be at the cutting edge of digital forensics, humans are still responsible for the creation of AI enabled tools.

#AI is transforming #DFIR, but the real story starts with the humans who build the tools. In the #AIUnpacked S2 finale, Brandon Epstein talks with our AI Engineering & Product team about decisions, tradeoffs, and shipping trustworthy AI for investigators:

AI Unpacked #5: The great AI debate with Digital Forensics Now - Magnet Forensics AI may be one of the most transformational technologies in modern times, but can (or should) it be used within digital forensic examinations and investigations?

On Sept 17, join us for a special crossover episode of #AIUnpacked where Brandon Epstein will be joined by Heather and Alexis from the Digital Forensics Now podcast, discussing various viewpoints on the appropriate use of #AI in #DigitalForensics: ow.ly/7UWj50WWTmy #DFIR

AI Unpacked #4: AI in media forensics – Looking toward the future of investigations. - Magnet Forensics AI can be a game changer in creating investigative efficiencies and the analysis of large quantities of media evidence. In this episode of AI Unpacked, representatives from Brian Herrick from Thorn an...

On Aug 13, join us for our next episode of #AIUnpacked where Brandon Epstein will be joined by T3K to explore the future of AI in analyzing images and videos to identify pertinent investigative leads. Save your spot here: ow.ly/EF1E50WCPfw #DFIR

If AI can’t explain its decisions, how can we trust it?

Explainability isn’t a luxury — it’s a foundation for transparency, accountability, and human oversight.

XAI isn’t optional. It’s essential.

#XAI #AIUnpacked #ExplainableAI #ResponsibleAI

AI Unpacked #3 : Digital crossroads — the intersection of AI and the law - Magnet Forensics A key consideration in any digital forensic examination in the public safety sector is ensuring that the evidence would be court-ready.

Join us on June 18 for another exciting installment of #AIUnpacked! In this episode, Brandon Epstein will examine how forensic and legal principles can be applied to the latest in AI technology when used in the pursuit of justice and public safety: ow.ly/RuEk50W9hVe #DFIR

If AI can’t explain itself, can we really trust it?

Explainability isn’t just a technical add-on — it’s essential for accountability, compliance, and human oversight.

XAI is not a luxury. It’s a necessity.

#XAI #ExplainableAI #AIUnpacked #ResponsibleAI

AI Agents: tools or decision-makers?
They act, adapt — even delegate.

This reshapes how we think about autonomy, responsibility, and control.

Who’s really in charge when agents act for us?

#AIUnpacked #AutonomousAgents #ResponsibleAI

AI, privacy, ethics.
What connects them?

✅ My new book is about to be published.
It explores how to balance innovation with AI's conscious and informed use in the neural age.

📘 Stay tuned.

#AIUnpacked #EthicalAI #Privacy #NeuralNetworks #DigitalEthics #AI #artificialintelligence #books

AI Unpacked #2 : Pillars of Magnet Forensics’ approach to AI  - Magnet Forensics Transparency is key when it comes to the creation of AI technology that is applied to digital forensics, it’s a vital component to ensuring reliability and building confidence in AI-enabled tools.

We're excited to continue #AIUnpacked next week (May 14) with Brandon Epstein providing an overview of our approach to AI feature creation! Don't miss this chance to learn more about the considerations involved in deploying cutting edge technologies: ow.ly/3JkW50VPxXp #DFIR

📘 Post 3/4 — Standardization & opt-out

Creators need legal certainty, not guesswork.

🇪🇺 Standard identifiers & opt-out tools (per DSM Directive) are key to balance innovation & rights.

Standards are not bureaucracy — they are fairness at scale.

#AIUnpacked #LawMeetsStandards #DigitalCulture

📘 Post 2/4 — Copyright & transparency

AI can generate — but at what cultural cost?

Europe urges protection of copyright & full disclosure of training data.

Transparency isn’t optional. It’s cultural justice.

#GPAI #Copyright #AIUnpacked #DSMDirective

📘 Post 1/4 — Introduction

🇪🇺 Culture & creativity matter — even in the age of AI.

Italy, Portugal & Spain call for action: GPAI must respect Europe’s cultural fabric.

Copyright, transparency, legal certainty — all on the table.

#AIUnpacked #DigitalCulture #AIAct

Not everything that can be predicted should be.

AI’s power to anticipate behavior risks normalizing surveillance and control.

Prediction isn’t always progress.

Where do you draw the ethical line?

#AIUnpacked #EthicsInAI

Privacy isn’t a bug in AI — it’s a boundary.

When models train on personal data, where does learning end and surveillance begin?

Technical power must meet legal and ethical restraints.

#AIUnpacked #PrivacyMatters #DataProtection

AI Unpacked #1 : An introduction to AI in digital forensics - Magnet Forensics Artificial intelligence is one of the hottest topics in digital forensics today. In this premiere episode of AI Unpacked, we’ll focus on what AI is, what AI isn’t, and the basic concepts of AI as it i...

Did you miss the first episode of our new #AIUnpacked series? Catch up on the basics around #AI & #DFIR with our expert, Brandon Epstein, in this on-demand session: ow.ly/CVih50VJNUR

AI needs data. Privacy needs limits.

Consent, minimisation, and purpose limitations hold up in the age of LLMs and foundation models?

When data is fuel, who controls the pipeline?

#AIUnpacked #PrivacyByDesign #DataProtection

AI systems don’t “think” — they optimise.

We must stop projecting human traits onto models.

Anthropomorphising AI confuses users, skews expectations, and distorts accountability.

Precision in language isn’t pedantic. It’s essential.

#AIUnpacked #ResponsibleAI #AI #artificialintelligence

Not all AI is intelligent.
Some models predict well but understand nothing.

Should we call it Artificial Pattern Recognition instead?

Words matter — especially in policy, ethics, and trust.

#AIUnpacked #LanguageMatters

AI Unpacked: Magnet Forensics' New Series On AI In DFIR - Forensic Focus Brandon Epstein delves into Magnet Forensics' new "AI Unpacked" webinar series, offering a deep dive into the realities of AI in digital forensics and how it's shaping the future of investigations.

Brandon Epstein delves into Magnet Forensics' new "AI Unpacked" webinar series, offering a deep dive into the realities of AI in digital forensics and how it's shaping the future of investigations. www.forensicfocus.com/podcast/ai-u... #MagnetForenics #AIUnpacked #DigitalForensics #AI

AI Unpacked #1 : An introduction to AI in digital forensics - Magnet Forensics Artificial intelligence is one of the hottest topics in digital forensics today. In this premiere episode of AI Unpacked, we’ll focus on what AI is, what AI isn’t, and the basic concepts of AI as it i...

Don't forget to save your spot for our first episode of #AIUnpacked on Wednesday, April 16! Join us as noted #ArtificialIntelligence expert, Brandon Epstein covers the core concepts around AI in #DigitalInvestigations: ow.ly/xFxQ50VA9A2 #DFIR

AI Unpacked #1 : An introduction to AI in digital forensics - Magnet Forensics Artificial intelligence is one of the hottest topics in digital forensics today. In this premiere episode of AI Unpacked, we’ll focus on what AI is, what AI isn’t, and the basic concepts of AI as it i...

We're kicking off our brand new #AIUnpacked series in one week! Join us on April 16 as Brandon Epstein offers a primer on AI within #DigitalForensics and how you can be better equipped in your #DigitalInvestigations. Register here: ow.ly/VAjM50VxJrJ #DFIR

AI doesn’t just reflect the world — it can amplify its distortions.
Bias and hallucinations aren’t glitches; they’re mirrors.
Auditing isn’t enough if data or goals are flawed.

How do you address bias and hallucinations in AI?

#AI #AIUnpacked #FairnessByDesign

AI rules are emerging fast, but fragmented.
- EU: AI Act.
- OECD: Principles.
- ISO/IEC: Standards.

Governance is needed.
But so is interoperability.

#AIUnpacked #GoverningAI #AI

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Why does ISO/IEC 42001 matter?

✅ Bridges legal & technical governance (e.g., EU AI Act readiness)
✅ Builds internal accountability & trust
✅ Supports interoperability across jurisdictions

Could this become the GDPR moment for AI governance?

Thoughts welcome.
#GoverningAI #AIUnpacked

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ISO/IEC 42001:2024 has been officially published.
It’s the first international standard for AI Management Systems (AIMS).

But what does it bring to the table for organizations developing or deploying AI?
A short thread 🧵
#AIUnpacked #LawMeetsStandards

AI Unpacked with Brandon Epstein: new webinar series explores the latest in artificial intelligence and DFIR - Magnet Forensics Join Brandon Epstein for the AI Unpacked webinar series on digital forensics. Learn the basics of AI, its impact, and practical applications in your cases.

#AI is revolutionizing #DFIR, with exciting advancements happening at a breakneck pace. In our new #AIUnpacked webinar series, Brandon Epstein will break down the latest in AI within #DigitalForensics, helping you make informed decisions when deploying it: ow.ly/Z0sR50Vahlo

We're thrilled to announce a brand new webinar series tackling the latest in #AI within #DFIR: #AIUnpacked with Brandon Epstein! Hear from "Brandon" below about the series.

You can learn more and register for the first episode here: ow.ly/YUNE50V6ZbE