Misinformation stories - Page 2

AI-fuelled cybercrime will outpace human intuition by 2026, as deepfakes, emotional scams and synthetic identities erode online trust.

The Media, Entertainment & Arts Alliance urges Australia to enforce mandatory AI safeguards to protect creative workers and uphold copyright amid rising AI risks.

KnowBe4 predicts agentic AI, quantum computing, and cybercrime evolution will reshape global cybersecurity and workforce practices in 2026.

Businesses must temper expectations, as high hallucination rates, weak multi-step reasoning, and architectural complexity continue to derail AI projects.

AI in classrooms prompts debate on the need for deep subject knowledge, as teachers and students question learning versus easy information access.

In 2026, firms must prioritise human-in-the-loop AI oversight, robust testing, and seamless payments to maintain trust and global customer satisfaction.

OSINT enables supply chain leaders to uncover hidden risks like forced labour and sanctions, ensuring ethical practices and regulatory compliance globally.

Clue Software has launched new AI tools designed to enhance investigative efficiency by accelerating intelligence processing and improving threat detection.

UK and EU influencer marketing evolves with stricter compliance and education, boosting transparency and professionalism amid rising regulatory demands.

New Zealanders show growing caution towards AI, privacy risks, and online misinformation, with 67% seeing misinformation as a serious issue, the 2025 survey finds.

New research reveals social media now leads as the top scam channel in the UK, overtaking email with 34% of incidents reported amid rising AI concerns.

Australia faces a dire cyber threat scenario targeting its economy, infrastructure and government, urging organisations to enhance threat hunting and resilience now.

A report reveals 60% of UK and US cybersecurity leaders find third-party supply chain risks overwhelming amid rising breaches and operational impacts.

Deepfake scams surge worldwide, with 49% of firms hit in 2024 as public and businesses struggle to spot convincing fake videos and audio.

Despite 90% of Australians being online, many prefer AI tools and peers over government websites, citing trust and ease of use concerns in digital services.

Nearly half of Singaporean online adults use generative AI, but a Forrester report finds consumer trust remains low amid concerns.

A surge in violence threats against executives is driving global firms and investors to boost spending on physical security amid rising business risks.

Icertis launches Vera AI, an intelligent contract management tool addressing trust and security concerns amid growing C-suite demand for AI agents.

Bell launched Bell Cyber, aiming to build a CAD $1 billion AI-powered solutions business amid rising cyber threats in Canada.

Headspace Invaders, a free interactive platform, helps Kiwis aged 12-16 tackle online harm through games teaching resilience and critical thinking.