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Changing Landscape of Cybersecurity: Navigating

Through AI’s Promise and Perils

AI cyber defense solutions have risen in popularity, yet there are reasons to be cautious regarding
its practical implementation.

By Andrius Minkevicius, Co-founder and CISO at Cyber Upgrade

In an era where digital threats evolve daily, the cybersecurity landscape is caught in a continuous tug-of-
war between protectors and perpetrators. As both sides are equipped with cutting-edge technology,
leaving even a single vulnerability exposed can have dire consequences. Today’s digital environment
tolerates no negligence — ignorance is akin to playing with fire. Amidst this tumultuous backdrop, AI
cyber defense solutions have risen in popularity to protect businesses from a big part of the increasing
attacks. While AI is useful, there are reasons to be cautious regarding its practical implementation.

AI's prowess in real-time threat detection and neutralization is indeed unparalleled, yet its adoption is not
without nuanced challenges. Ultimately, the growing reliance on AI tools to protect digital assets raises a

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