The rise of AI challenges traditional notions of trust and ethics. As AI systems generate increasingly realistic content, distinguishing between real and fake becomes more difficult. This affects information reliability, as fake news and manipulated content can spread rapidly. Trust in virtual relationships, including interactions with AI-generated personas, becomes a critical issue. 

GenAI’s role in cyber-offense and cyber-defense adds complexity to the ethical landscape. It can be employed to create sophisticated cyber threats, but it can also enhance cybersecurity measures by predicting and mitigating potential attacks. How does society adapt to the evolving concept of trust in an AI-dominated world, and what ethical frameworks need redefined?

In this panel, our discourse will center around the intricate task of discerning between authentic and fabricated content produced by AI systems. We will explore the ethical considerations inherent in developing and utilizing AI-generated personas, examining the implications for trust and authenticity in virtual interactions. Also, our conversation will extend to the moral landscape surrounding GenAI, probing its involvement in both cyber offense and cyber-defense, and it will help explain the associated ethical challenges and potential safeguards.