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AI: Cybersecurity's Ally or Threat? Experts Weigh In

7/23/2025

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On World AI Appreciation Day, experts emphasize AI's double-edged sword in cybersecurity—serving as both a formidable ally and a looming threat. Alarmingly, 76% of Asian businesses feel unprepared to tackle AI-driven attacks. To combat the escalating complexity of cyber threats, a strategic alliance between humans and AI is essential for bolstering defenses.

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In 2016, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security revealed that 90% of U.S. businesses faced cyberattacks, underscoring the escalating threat of cybercrime. The establishment of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) aimed to bolster defenses. Today, with 76% of Asian businesses feeling unprepared for AI-driven attacks, strategic human-AI partnerships are essential for enhancing cybersecurity resilience against sophisticated threats.

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On World AI Appreciation Day, experts emphasize AI's double-edged sword in cybersecurity—serving as both a formidable ally and a looming threat. Alarmingly, 76% of Asian businesses feel unprepared to tackle AI-driven attacks. To combat the escalating complexity of cyber threats, a strategic alliance between humans and AI is essential for bolstering defenses.

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