With $109.5 billion of growth expected between now and 2030, the global AI cybersecurity market is booming – and it's not hard to see why. According to a recent survey of security professionals, three-quarters (75%) have observed an increase in cyberattacks. Of these, the research found that an even greater proportion (an overwhelming 85%) blamed AI.

The genius at the heart of AI—its ability to sift through mountains of data, actually spot a needle in a haystack, and act on threats before they blossom into full-scale emergencies—it’s undeniable. However, here’s the rub—every part of that impressive arsenal? It’s also up for grabs by the other side, and can (and will) arm them to launch attacks of unprecedented sophistication and elusiveness, the likes of which we’ve thankfully never seen up to now.

In today's digital landscape, where cyber threats are ever-evolving and data breaches can have devastating consequences, zero-trust security has emerged as a robust approach to protect organizations and their critical systems. At its core, zero-trust challenges the traditional notion of inherent trust within network boundaries, advocating for a holistic security posture that treats every entity as a potential threat until proven trustworthy.

AI chatbots such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Anthropic’s Claude, Meta AI and Google Gemini have already demonstrated their transformative potential for businesses, but they also present novel security threats that organisations can’t afford to ignore. In this blog post, we dig deep into ChatGPT security, outline how chatbots are being used to execute low sophistication attacks, phishing campaigns and other malicious activity, and share some key recommendations to help safeguard your business.

In a groundbreaking move towards enhancing document parsing capabilities, LlamaIndex has unveiled LlamaParse, the world's first GenAI-native document parsing platform. With a mission to harness the power of Large Language Models (LLMs), LlamaParse represents a significant advancement in AI-driven document analysis and processing.

Modern cybersecurity has reached an exceptional level, particularly with the integration of AI technology. The complexity of cyberattacks and their methodologies has also increased significantly, even surpassing human comprehension. This poses a considerable challenge for cybersecurity professionals who struggle to keep pace with the scale and complexity of AI-generated attacks.

The amount of money to run an AI-based disinformation campaign is miniscule compared to the influence the campaign can have on society. As I noted in my recent SecurityWeek piece “Preparing Society for AI-Based Disinformation Campaigns in the 2024 US Elections”, there are four common steps in these efforts: Reconnaissance, content creation, amplification and actualization.

Criminals have always been among the first to adopt the latest technology to benefit themselves financially. Famed bank robbers Bonnie and Clyde used high-powered V-8 engine-equipped Ford cars to outrun local police. Other gangs used the telephone to help coordinate their activities, and some realized they could gain an edge by outgunning security and police by toting Thomson submachine guns.

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become one of the most transformative forces of our time. From the mundane tasks of everyday life to the complexities of global industries, artificial intelligence continues to permeate every aspect of society, reshaping how we live, work, and interact. The growing importance of AI is not just a trend but a fundamental shift in the way we perceive and leverage technology. This is particularly true in the cybersecurity industry.

Criminals have historically been quick to embrace cutting-edge technology for their financial gain. For instance, the notorious bank robbers Bonnie and Clyde utilized high-powered V-8 engine-equipped Ford cars to outpace local law enforcement. Other criminal groups leveraged telephones to coordinate their activities, while some recognized the advantage of wielding Thomson submachine guns to outgun security personnel and police.