Welcome!

If you picked up this book feeling a little unsure about artificial intelligence or even unsure about what it is, you’re not alone. Technology is moving fast, and it’s okay to feel cautious. But here’s the good news:

You don’t have to be an expert to stay safe. You don’t have to fear AI and you’re definitely not too old to learn how it affects you.

This book was written for you. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a tech-savvy senior, just getting comfortable with your iPhone, or just want to learn new things. We’ll walk through what AI is all about, how scammers are using it in new and sneaky ways, and how you can protect yourself.

You’ll learn:

• What voice cloning, deepfakes, and text scams look like — and how to spot them
• How to use helpful AI tools safely (like Siri, Alexa, or ChatGPT)
• Why dating scams, phishing texts, and “too good to be true” messages are on the rise
• What you can do right now to stay ahead of scams and feel more confident online

Whether you’re reading this on your own, sharing it with a loved one, or using it as part of a community workshop, just remember:

• It’s okay to ask for help or clarification
• It’s okay to use this material as you see fit
• And it is wise to protect yourself