Misinformation stories - Page 2

Security experts warn agentic and generative AI will rapidly widen global cyber attack surfaces in 2026, outpacing current safeguards.

KnowBe4 predicts agentic AI, quantum computing, and cybercrime evolution will reshape global cybersecurity and workforce practices in 2026.

Deepfake scams surge worldwide, with 49% of firms hit in 2024 as public and businesses struggle to spot convincing fake videos and audio.

A surge in violence threats against executives is driving global firms and investors to boost spending on physical security amid rising business risks.

Icertis launches Vera AI, an intelligent contract management tool addressing trust and security concerns amid growing C-suite demand for AI agents.

Stanford's AI Index Report reveals record private investment of USD $109.1 billion in 2024, with AI adoption soaring across industries globally.

AI reshapes sports fandom, with 54% preferring AI tools for info and 67% seeking a single platform for personalised, interactive experiences.

AI agents are transforming business and cybersecurity by automating tasks, reducing response times, and enhancing threat detection with human oversight.

A global survey reveals 81% of staff use AI at work but only 28% of firms have formal AI policies, highlighting a critical gap in skills and risk management.

New research reveals Safari users face heightened risk from advanced Fullscreen Browser-in-the-Middle attacks due to unfixable API flaws undetected by current security tools.

Google DeepMind unveils generative AI models Veo 3, Imagen 4, Lyria 2 and Flow, enhancing video, image, music and filmmaking for creators.

A global study reveals 66% regularly use AI, yet only 46% trust it, exposing a growing divide amid rising concerns and calls for tighter regulation.

Butterfly Data has created an AI tool to assess online content credibility, winning four awards and aiming to combat rising misinformation globally.

The TruthTell Hackathon, organised by the India Cellular & Electronics Association, has awarded INR 10 lakhs to five innovative teams tackling misinformation.

Lasso has unveiled an automated Red Teaming solution aimed at fortifying the security of Generative AI apps by simulating real-world cyber-attacks.

A study by Fire on the Hill reveals that 25% of journalists are now active on Bluesky, signalling a shift away from X amid concerns over platform policies.

The VivaTech Confidence Barometer shows 85% of tech firms prioritising AI investment, with US executives most optimistic about national competitiveness.

Research from iProov reveals a staggering 99.9% of consumers struggle to recognise deepfakes, raising alarms over identity fraud and misinformation.

Concerns over data privacy and security have intensified following the unprotected database breach linked to the DeepSeek AI programme, exposing sensitive user information.

Mark Zuckerberg has unveiled Meta's new community-driven content moderation model, igniting controversy over its potential to worsen misinformation online.