AI Crucial in Combating Cyber Threats to U.S. Infrastructure
American AI Companies Face Increasing Cyber Threats, Particularly from China
- U.S. intelligence agencies are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) to trace cyber intrusions into the nation's critical infrastructure, with a particular focus on threats from Chinese hackers.
- AI has become an indispensable asset in identifying covert digital invasions that would otherwise be difficult to detect.
- Authorities are worried about the potential misuse of AI by cyber criminals, which could lead to extensive damage.
- AI companies, including Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI, are facing severe threats of cyberattacks, primarily from China and other foreign adversaries.
- U.S. security agencies are stressing the need for partnerships between government agencies, the public and private sectors, and global allies to create a robust defense against these threats.