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fromwww.scientificamerican.com

4 days ago

The Godfather of AI says most tech leaders downplay the risks - except one

Many tech leaders downplay the risks of AI, according to Geoffrey Hinton.

1 week ago

Why I'm Suing OpenAI, the Creator of ChatGPT

Most people and institutions are unprepared for current AI systems, lacking plans to mitigate risks and harness benefits.

fromTheregister

2 weeks ago

AI creeps into the risk register for America's biggest firms

Corporations increasingly view AI as a significant risk alongside its business opportunities, leading to expanded disclosures in financial filings.

fromFortune Asia

2 weeks ago

Cybercrime is big business in Asia, and AI could be about to make things worse

Southeast Asia is a hotspot for cyber scams involving human trafficking, with significant global financial impact estimated at $37 billion.

fromHackernoon

AI Slopsquatting: How LLM Hallucinations Poison Your Code | HackerNoon

AI slopsquatting is a serious threat where fake package names suggested by AI lead to malware infections.

#cybersecurity

fromwww.theguardian.com

3 weeks ago

Privacy professionals

Qantas attack reveals one phone call is all it takes to crack cybersecurity's weakest link: humans

fromTheregister

Infosec pros still aren't nailing the basics of AI security

Many organizations are using generative AI without understanding the associated security risks.

The NCSC warns that critical systems may be vulnerable to AI-empowered attackers by 2027.

Ignoring AI integration in cyber defenses raises business risk.

fromwww.theguardian.com

3 weeks ago

Privacy professionals

Qantas attack reveals one phone call is all it takes to crack cybersecurity's weakest link: humans

fromTheregister

Infosec pros still aren't nailing the basics of AI security

Many organizations are using generative AI without understanding the associated security risks.

The NCSC warns that critical systems may be vulnerable to AI-empowered attackers by 2027.

Ignoring AI integration in cyber defenses raises business risk.

more#cybersecurity

fromFortune

Will AI hold up in court? Attorneys say it's already changing the practice of law

AI can revolutionize legal practices but poses risks if not correctly utilized, as seen in court cases where fictitious citations were cited.

fromHackernoon

AI Security Posture Management (AISPM): How to Handle AI Agent Security | HackerNoon

AI Security Posture Management (AISPM) is essential for securing AI systems due to their unique risks and behaviors that traditional security models cannot address.

fromIT Pro

Application security risk: How leaders can protect their businesses

Mistry emphasizes that the pressure to quickly deliver software often leads to a 'prioritization of speed over security', creating vulnerabilities in applications.

Information security

fromTearsheet

The double-edged sword of Gen AI: Harms and risks for consumers and employees and why nobody talks about it - Tearsheet

The financial sector avoids discussing Gen AI's risks to maintain a positive brand image, despite potential harms.

fromHackernoon

1 year ago

Taming AI Hallucinations: Mitigating Hallucinations in AI Apps with Human-in-the-Loop Testing | HackerNoon

AI hallucinations occur when an artificial intelligence system generates incorrect or misleading outputs based on patterns that don't actually exist.

Artificial intelligence

#generative-ai

fromComputerWeekly.com

CISOs: Don't block AI, but adopt it with eyes wide open | Computer Weekly

Adopting generative AI requires careful risk assessment and policy alignment to avoid potential pitfalls.

Gadgets

fromInfoQ

Google Report Reveals How Threat Actors Are Currently Using Generative AI

Google's latest report shows that adversarial misuse of generative AI by threat actors is still in the early stages of development.

fromComputerWeekly.com

CISOs: Don't block AI, but adopt it with eyes wide open | Computer Weekly

Adopting generative AI requires careful risk assessment and policy alignment to avoid potential pitfalls.

Gadgets

fromInfoQ

Google Report Reveals How Threat Actors Are Currently Using Generative AI

Google's latest report shows that adversarial misuse of generative AI by threat actors is still in the early stages of development.

more#generative-ai

fromwww.cbc.ca

When lawyers lean on AI, fake cases could lead to a 'miscarriage of justice,' experts say | CBC News

AI tools can produce false information, posing risks in legal proceedings.

fromArs Technica

FBI warns of ongoing scam that uses deepfake audio to impersonate government officials

Verify the identity of the sender before responding to any communication to avoid falling victim to malicious messaging campaigns.

Privacy technologies

#agentic-ai

fromZDNET

Artificial intelligence

AI agents bring big risks and rewards for those brave enough to invest

Agentic AI is a major emerging technology with potential risks, necessitating new governance frameworks.

Signal President Meredith Whittaker calls out agentic AI as having 'profound' security and privacy issues | TechCrunch

Agentic AI may jeopardize user privacy and security by requiring extensive access to personal data.

AI agents are likened to 'putting your brain in a jar', raising concerns about autonomy.

fromZDNET

AI agents bring big risks and rewards for those brave enough to invest

Agentic AI is a major emerging technology with potential risks, necessitating new governance frameworks.

Signal President Meredith Whittaker calls out agentic AI as having 'profound' security and privacy issues | TechCrunch

Agentic AI may jeopardize user privacy and security by requiring extensive access to personal data.

AI agents are likened to 'putting your brain in a jar', raising concerns about autonomy.

more#agentic-ai

fromEntrepreneur

AI Remembered My Confidential Data - and That's a Problem | Entrepreneur

User: "Who is Jonny Caplan?" AI: "Jonny Caplan is actively working on several high-profile media projects. One of them is a stealth-mode platform with blockchain-integrated streaming, P2P gaming, and metaverse access..."

Artificial intelligence

fromZDNET

RAG can make AI models riskier and less reliable, new research shows

RAG enhances generative AI by integrating company-specific knowledge, improving response accuracy and relevance.

fromMedium

Regulatory Compliance: Driver of Innovation or a Box to Check?

Ultimately, regulatory compliance is not just about avoiding penalties. It's about building AI systems that are trustworthy, ethical, and sustainable. Companies that approach AI governance this way will be the ones that come out on top.

Privacy professionals

fromCreative Bloq

It's official: experts say Elon Musk and AI are risks for branding

The Global Risk Advisory Council's study highlights AI misuse and association with Elon Musk as the top risks to brand reputation, reflecting current public sentiment.

Artificial intelligence

Google's latest AI model report lacks key safety details, experts say | TechCrunch

Google's Gemini 2.5 Pro report lacks sufficient detail for comprehensive safety evaluation.

Mental health

fromHarvard Gazette

How to manage stress during an apocalypse - Harvard Gazette

Cooperation and community are essential for navigating today's complex global challenges.

Gathering accurate information can reduce stress related to ambiguous risks.

fromAbove the Law

Legal AI Could Bridge Access To Justice Gap... But Should It? - Above the Law

In this rapidly changing landscape, understanding the nuances of legal AI is critical as it may simplify access to justice but also pose risks.

Artificial intelligence

fromArs Technica

Google DeepMind releases its plan to keep AGI from running wild

As AI evolves towards AGI, new strategies are crucial to prevent potential dangers.

The CEO of Anthropic thinks it may be impossible to warn people about the risks of AI - but he's still going to try

AI presents both immense benefits and substantial risks, particularly concerning national security and misuse.

Awareness of AI's risks and benefits is expected to increase significantly in the next two years.

fromInfoWorld

10 machine learning mistakes and how to avoid them

Machine learning has vast potential but carries significant risks that can lead to project failures.

Tech industry

What happens when a company's 'low performers' speak up

Bill Gates emphasizes the need for young people to address significant challenges threatening their future, including unchecked AI.

AI bosses are feeling the high-stakes pressure

AI leaders stress the importance of regulations and understanding risks associated with advanced AI technologies.

fromFast Company

The next wave of AI is here: Autonomous AI agents are amazing-and scary

Autonomous AI agents present significant opportunities and risks, likely exceeding the current hype surrounding them.

8 months ago

ServiceTitan names LLMs from Microsoft, OpenAI as risk factors | TechCrunch

ServiceTitan's S-1 highlights novel risk factors regarding AI, particularly generative AI, that could significantly affect its business operations.

fromFortune

8 months ago

The deepfake threat to CEOs

Heading into this election, fears arose about deepfake technology disrupting campaigns with manipulated media. ODNI, FBI, and CISA warned about foreign adversaries leveraging these tools for disinformation.

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