Upcoming Events
Dark Side of AI
An exclusive on-site event bringing together leaders from AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise technology to discuss the emerging risks of the AI era.
Dark Talks Panel — an intimate discussion with 40–50 invited participants exploring the dark side of AI, including deepfakes, AI-driven fraud, and new digital threats.
Live Performance Element — an immersive artistic component designed to visually reflect the themes of deception, identity manipulation, and the evolving AI threat landscape.
AI Defense Lab
An on-site gathering bringing together founders, SaaS executives, and AI innovators shaping the next generation of enterprise technology.
Interactive Workshop — practical exploration of emerging AI fraud risks and modern enterprise defense approaches.
Mastermind Session — a collaborative discussion (25–50 participants) focused on real-world cases, shared insights, and strategies to protect organizations from AI-driven threats.
AI Fraud Horror Stories
An evening event bringing together founders, investors, and technology leaders for an open conversation about the most surprising and alarming cases of AI-driven fraud.
Keynote Talk — an opening presentation highlighting emerging AI fraud threats and real-world examples.
Interactive Discussion — participants share their own experiences and cases of AI-related fraud.
Audience Voting — the audience selects the Top 5 most shocking AI fraud stories of the evening.
Up to 50 participants.
AI × Digital Art Salon
A curated event bringing together the tech ecosystem, investors, and enterprise leaders at the intersection of technology, creativity, and artificial intelligence.
Fireside Chat — a conversation with a well-known investor or digital artist exploring the relationship between AI, creativity, and the future of technology.
Digital Art Showcase — a curated visual experience highlighting AI-driven artistic expression.
Networking Happy Hour — an informal gathering for conversation and connections.
Up to 50 participants.
About Darkside AI
Darkside AI is a global initiative started by Social Links — an industry leader in OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence) solutions recognized by Frost & Sullivan — to combat the misuse of AI by equipping businesses, researchers, and policymakers with the tools, frameworks, and insights they need to stay ahead of cybercriminals and bad actors.
The Problem
Generative AI
Fraud
Fraud losses from AI are projected to rise from $12.3 billion in 2023 to $40 billion by 2027 (Deloitte).
Deepfake
Explosion
The number of deepfake videos surged by 550% between 2019 and 2023, exceeding 95,000 globally (Security Hero).
Misinformation & Disinformation
Misinformation and disinformation are key short-term global risks in the WEF’s 2025 Global Risks Report (WEF).
The Solution
Empowering Trust in an AI-Driven World
Practical Solutions
Developing tools to detect and neutralize threats like deepfakes, synthetic identities, and misinformation in real time.
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Global Collaboration
Building a network of businesses, researchers, and policymakers to tackle AI misuse collectively and create shared frameworks.
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Raising Awareness
Publishing research and running campaigns to ensure businesses and individuals understand the risks and how to address them.
Data-Driven Insights
Analyzing emerging threats to identify patterns and build strategies for prevention.
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Industry Standards
Establishing ethical guidelines and policies that businesses can adopt to foster responsible AI use.
The Principles
Transparency
Ensuring clear communication and fostering open collaboration between industries and stakeholders.
Ethics
Prioritizing societal good in the development and application of AI.
Actionability
Delivering real-world, practical solutions to counter AI misuse.
Global Cooperation
Uniting industries, governments, and individuals to create a collective defense against AI-driven threats.
Join the Mission
We are calling on businesses, researchers, and experts worldwide to join Darkside AI and help shape the future of ethical AI.
Investors
Support the development of technologies designed to combat cybercrime and disinformation.
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Startups
Collaborate on shaping policies and adopting tools to protect against AI-driven risks.
Researchers
Contribute expertise to advance our understanding of AI misuse and effective countermeasures.
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Policy makers
Partner with us to develop ethical standards and frameworks for responsible AI.
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Individuals
Share your perspectives to help combat emerging AI threats.
