binarypublishTLDR: A think tank report from the Aspen Institute provides recommendations for government and industry to establish a “good place” for artificial intelligence (AI) in cybersecurity. The report calls for adherence to cybersecurity principles and improved transparency and understanding of AI software. It also warns of the potential for AI to facilitate cyberattacks and recommends identifying high-risk AI tools and promoting access to open-source cybersecurity resources. The report acknowledges that the guidance may not apply universally due to the emerging nature of AI technology.
AI in cyberspace: envisioning the path to a ‘good place’
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