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Artificial Intelligence in 2024

Major Cyber Threats Powered by AI

By Ed Watal, CEO & Principal, Intellibus

Many have embraced artificial intelligence as a new paradigm, with some even going so far as to call it
the “revolution of work.” Unfortunately, people have found ways to abuse artificial intelligence technology,
which can cause significant harm to our society.

It is essential to understand that AI is not a threat in and of itself, but rather the users who abuse this
technology for their own nefarious gain who are the threat. AI is just like any innovation in history — if
there is a way that it can be used for wrong, wrongdoers will find a way to do so.

Perhaps the most praised aspect of artificial intelligence technology is its superior data analysis
capabilities. An AI model can analyze larger data sets more quickly and efficiently than a human could.
In many industries, this means an ability to reach levels of productivity that were henceforth unattainable.

Still, in the wrong hands, this powerful technology could cause tremendous damage.

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