Adaptive Security has secured $43 million in funding led by Andreessen Horowitz and the OpenAI Startup Fund—the first time OpenAI has invested in a cybersecurity firm. The company aims to fight AI-driven threats like deepfake social engineering using its own generative AI tools, real-time risk triage, and adaptive security training.

A shocking discovery reveals how ChatGPT was manipulated to generate malware capable of hacking Google Chrome’s Password Manager. Using a role-playing technique called 'immersive world' engineering, researchers exposed significant vulnerabilities in AI systems, raising urgent cybersecurity concerns.

Europol’s latest SOCTA 2025 report exposes a major shift in organized crime, fueled by AI tools like generative models, deepfakes, and autonomous systems. From multilingual fraud to AI-generated child abuse material and smuggling optimization, the report warns of rising threats and urges stronger cooperation across the EU and beyond.

AI-powered student monitoring is growing in U.S. schools, aiming to prevent bullying and self-harm. However, data breaches and unintended privacy violations raise concerns about security and trust. While some argue these tools save lives, critics question their effectiveness and impact on student well-being. Is AI surveillance the future of school safety or a risk to privacy?

At SXSW 2025, Signal President Meredith Whittaker raised alarms about agentic AI, warning that its need for extensive data access could jeopardize user privacy and security. Her concerns, echoed by AI pioneer Yoshua Bengio, spotlight the risks of autonomous systems in an era of rapid technological change.

A new AI-powered email scam targeting Netflix users replicates legitimate correspondence with eerie accuracy, urging subscribers to update payment details. Cybersecurity experts warn of AI’s role in amplifying phishing threats as telltale signs reveal the fraud.

As DeepSeek AI faces scrutiny for collecting user data like keystrokes and storing it in China, users seek privacy solutions. This report outlines 10 actionable methods—VPNs, local use, and more—detailing how they work, their benefits, and limitations to help you balance convenience and security amid growing AI privacy concerns.

South Korea’s PIPC has confirmed that DeepSeek, a Chinese AI chatbot, shared data with ByteDance, prompting a suspension of new downloads due to data protection violations. As Italy and Australia enforce similar bans, the incident underscores growing global scrutiny of AI privacy practices.

A sophisticated AI scam mimicking Italy’s Defence Minister Guido Crosetto’s voice has duped prominent business figures, including Giorgio Armani and Massimo Moratti, into transferring large sums. As Milan prosecutors investigate, the case highlights the growing threat of voice-cloning technology in fraud schemes.

South Korea has halted new downloads of China’s DeepSeek AI chatbot, citing privacy and national security concerns. This follows Italy’s earlier ban, with other countries imposing restrictions. Despite its cost-effective AI model, DeepSeek faces scrutiny over data collection and compliance with global privacy laws. Will it adapt to regain access?

South Korea’s National Intelligence Service (NIS) has issued a security warning about DeepSeek, a Chinese AI chatbot accused of excessive data collection and keylogging. The agency claims the chatbot tracks users' keyboard input patterns and transfers data to Chinese servers, raising concerns about privacy, government surveillance, and potential security threats. Some countries have already banned the app.

DeepSeek AI, a newly launched Chinese chatbot, has raised concerns after scoring an 83% fail rate in a NewsGuard audit on news accuracy. The chatbot frequently failed to debunk misinformation, inserted Chinese government narratives, and struggled with outdated information. Despite its rapid adoption, DeepSeek's reliability remains in question, highlighting risks in the AI-driven news landscape.

DeepSeek AI applies strict censorship, limiting discussions on sensitive topics. However, users have found ways to bypass these restrictions using AI-driven techniques such as character substitution, role-playing, and running models locally. This report explores these methods, their effectiveness, and the ethical concerns surrounding censorship circumvention.

A major security lapse in DeepSeek AI has exposed over 1 million sensitive records, raising serious privacy concerns. Cybersecurity firm Wiz discovered an unprotected database containing user chat histories, API keys, and backend details. Meanwhile, a study found the chatbot had an 83% misinformation rate, making it the least reliable among 11 tested AI models.

DeepSeek AI, a rising competitor to OpenAI, is under fire for alleged data theft, security vulnerabilities, and privacy concerns. Investigations suggest the company may have used OpenAI’s API to develop its models, while its data collection practices in China raise national security alarms. With governments and experts voicing concerns, the AI industry faces tough questions about innovation, ethics, and data protection.

Cisco AI Defense targets unique vulnerabilities in enterprise AI systems, offering tools like model validation, runtime protection, and application discovery. This new platform aims to secure AI development and deployment, positioning Cisco alongside industry leaders IBM and NVIDIA in addressing evolving cybersecurity challenges.

Meta's removal of fact-checkers has sparked debates on misinformation and trust. With AI and neurotechnology reshaping communication, concerns about privacy and ethical use are growing. Discover the implications and solutions shaping our digital future.

A Sydney high school student is accused of creating explicit deepfake images of classmates using AI tools, sparking a police investigation. The incident highlights the risks of AI misuse and raises questions about privacy and legal protections. With apps like CapCut popular among youth, authorities are working to address the growing concerns around deepfake technology.

AI holds the power to reshape cybersecurity, from creating unstoppable computer viruses to building super defense systems. This report explores the dual potential of AI, the ethical dilemmas it raises, and whether offense or defense will ultimately prevail in the technological arms race.

The debate over AI’s learning methods raises questions about ethics, fair use, and financial loss. While AI mimics human creativity by learning from existing works, its efficiency and scale face criticism. Is the resistance to AI-driven innovation about protecting artistic integrity, or is it rooted in economic concerns? Explore the complex dynamics shaping this ongoing controversy.