Increased Use of AI in Cybercrime Redefines Ransomware Threats
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The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the criminal world has increased over the past year, reducing the workforce of gangs but amplifying the reach of their criminal activities, particularly those of ransomware groups. This phenomenon has been particularly observed in the field of ransomware, where AI enables increased efficiency and scope of attacks. The figures show a growing trend in the use of AI by cybercriminals, which is redefining the threat landscape in cybersecurity.