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AI and Cybersecurity: The Amplified Threat is Here
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Fusion42 · 18 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
AI has escalated the sophistication and speed of cyber-attacks, causing significant losses and operational impacts across sectors including healthcare and government, while defenders struggle to keep pace despite AI-enabled defence tools. The FBI reported a 26% increase in cybercrime losses in 2025, with ransomware attacks and identity-targeted attacks surging substantially.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Security: Cybersecurity.
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You must fix basic cybersecurity controls immediately and enforce policies strictly, as AI speeds attackers who exploit common vulnerabilities in government and critical sectors. Waiting or focusing only on new tech leaves you exposed to fast-moving AI threats that outpace traditional defences.
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