Survey by cyber firm points to AI’s role in both increasing, countering security threats

Security professionals across critical infrastructure sectors see artificial intelligence tools playing a crucial role in countering ransomware and other cyber attacks, even as AI plays a central role in accelerating the number of attacks against key systems.

“Nearly three fourths (70%) of security professionals say generative AI is positively impacting employee productivity and collaboration, with 63% stating the technology has also improved employee morale,” according to a release from Deep Instinct.

“However,” the firm said, “senior security professionals also view...