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How AI is Advancing Cybersecurity

eSecurity Planet

There’s a never ending cycle between the measures cybersecurity providers introduce to prevent or remediate cyber threats and the tactics cyber criminals use to get around these security measures. As soon as a security company develops a way to mitigate the latest threat, attackers develop a new threat to take its place.

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Global Cybersecurity Skills Gap Still Widening Despite Growing Workforce

SecureWorld News

Cyber threats pose one of the most significant risks to businesses, governments, and individuals today. Without enough competent professionals to secure systems, assess risks, and respond to threats, organizations in every industry are dangerously exposed. This restricts training and increases workloads for the remaining staff.

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The Evolving Role of Cyber Insurance in Mitigating Ransomware Attacks

SecureWorld News

For example, the healthcare sector, a prime target for these types of attacks , planned to spend $125 billion to defend against breaches from 2020 to 2025. However, as the nature of cyber threats continues to evolve, so too do the offerings of cyber insurance, expanding to provide more comprehensive risk management solutions.

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AI likely to boost ransomware, warns government body

Malwarebytes

The British National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) says it expects Artificial Intelligence (AI) to heighten the global ransomware threat. The NCSC confirmed, saying: “All types of cyber threat actor – state and non-state, skilled and less skilled – are already using AI, to varying degrees.”

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Inside the Complex Universe of Cybersecurity

SecureWorld News

Notably, artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as a double-edged sword. One prominent threat is business email compromise (BEC), which remains a leading vector for cyber threats. In the dynamic landscape of cybersecurity, several trends are influencing the industry's future.

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2024 Tech and Cybersecurity Forecast: Navigating New Frontiers in Business

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

Forward-thinking organizations must begin preparing for this quantum leap, ensuring their systems are resilient against emerging threats and capable of harnessing the full potential of quantum technologies. The increase in connected devices and the data they generate creates a larger attack surface for cyber threats.

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Technology’s contributions toward safety in healthcare

CyberSecurity Insiders

Right now, modern tech is pushing the envelope of what is possible in the doctor’s office and the patient’s home, as telehealth and artificial intelligence transform the landscape of medical care. billion in value by 2025. But technology isn’t always safe. Enhancing diagnostic and treatment potential.