Cybersecurity experts emphasized the urgent need for smart regulation of artificial intelligence to address rising cyber threats during a panel discussion at the SHIELD-2025 conclave. The event, organized by the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau and the Society for Cyberabad Security Council, highlighted AI's role in combating issues like deepfake technology and misinformation. Experts discussed the importance of a tiered regulatory approach tailored to the risk levels of different AI applications.
Krishna Sastry from Ernst & Young pointed out that AI is already effective in preventing phishing and server attacks, but it won't replace human roles in cybersecurity. Senior advocate Krishna Grandhi advocated for regulations that vary based on the risk associated with AI systems, particularly in sensitive sectors like health and finance. The discussion also touched on the necessity of clean data for AI effectiveness, warning against the dangers of data poisoning.
• Experts call for smart AI regulation to combat cyber threats.
• AI's role in preventing phishing and server attacks is emphasized.
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