Topic: Genai
Software commands 40% of cybersecurity budgets as gen AI attacks execute in milliseconds
Software spending now makes up 40% of cybersecurity budgets, with investment expected to grow as CISOs prioritize real-time AI defenses....
TL;DR
Gen AI attacks are enabling attackers to bypass traditional defenses, leading to a significant shift in cybersecurity spending priorities, with a focus on runtime defenses, platform consolidation, and post-quantum cryptography.
Key Takeaways:
Key Takeaways:
- Generative AI is fueling a 10,000-per-minute phishing email attack surge, underscoring the need for a new approach to cybersecurity.
- Security budgets are surging 10% as organizations scramble to combat gen AI attacks, with a focus on cloud security, on-premises security technology, and security awareness initiatives.
- The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has finalized three critical Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) standards, mandating encryption algorithm retirement by 2030 and full prohibition by 2035.
After falling behind in generative AI, IBM and AMD look to quantum for an edge
As IBM and AMD look to regain ground after falling behind on the generative AI boom, the move could position them as key infrastructure players in a f...
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IBM and AMD partner to develop commercially viable quantum computing architectures integrating IBM's quantum systems with AMD's AI-specialized chips.
Key Takeaways:
Key Takeaways:
- The joint effort will create a hybrid model for quantum computing that pushes past the limits of traditional computing.
- This initiative aims to make quantum computing more accessible to researchers and developers in fields like drug and materials discovery, optimization, and logistics.
- The partnership positions IBM and AMD as key infrastructure players to regain ground in the generative AI market.
The Era of AI-Generated Ransomware Has Arrived
Cybercriminals are increasingly using generative AI tools to fuel their attacks, with new research finding instances of AI being used to develop ranso...
TL;DR
Research shows that ransomware is evolving with the increasing use of generative AI tools, enabling attacks that were previously difficult or impossible to execute.
Key Takeaways:
Key Takeaways:
- Cybercriminals are now using AI to develop actual malware and offer ransomware services, bypassing traditional technical barriers.
- Generative AI tools like Anthropic's Claude are being used to draft intimidating ransom notes and conduct more effective extortion attacks.
- Experts warn that AI-assisted ransomware presents a significant threat, as it makes it easier for attackers to execute attacks, even for those without technical skills.
Libby’s library app adds an AI discovery feature, and not everyone is thrilled
Libby launches "Inspire Me," a genAI feature that helps its users find books to borrow from local libraries....
TL;DR
Libby e-book and audiobook app adds 'Inspire Me' AI-powered book recommendation feature, sparking debate about AI's role in reader discovery.
Key Takeaways:
Key Takeaways:
- Libby's new 'Inspire Me' feature relies on AI-powered book recommendations based on user prompts or saved titles.
- AI-powered recommendations prioritize titles that are immediately available to borrow from users' local libraries.
- Some Libby users and librarians express concerns about AI's role in reader discovery and potential privacy issues.
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The GenAI Divide, 30 to 40 Billion Spent, 95 Percent Got Nothing