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How Do You Defend Against AI That Can Hack?

Technology
Global
Started August 19, 2026

a16z's Joel De La Garza is joined by Nick Warner of Neo and Max Pollard of Cotool to discuss what happens when cybersecurity tools built to defend against humans and malware suddenly have to contend with AI agents. As frontier models become more capable of finding and exploiting vulnerabilities, many of the assumptions underlying traditional security are beginning to break. They explore why guardrails designed to stop AI-powered attackers can also prevent security teams from doing their jobs,...

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CLAIM Posted by admin • Aug 19, 2026
A collaborative approach between tech companies and governments is essential to develop effective AI cybersecurity measures.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Aug 19, 2026
Organizations must invest heavily in AI-specific cybersecurity tools to defend against advanced AI hacking techniques.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Aug 19, 2026
Relying solely on traditional cybersecurity measures will leave organizations vulnerable to AI-driven attacks.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Aug 19, 2026
All stakeholders in technology must engage in open dialogue about the implications of AI on cybersecurity.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Aug 19, 2026
Cybersecurity should focus on human-centered approaches rather than relying solely on AI solutions.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Aug 19, 2026
Governments must create policies that balance innovation in AI with robust security measures.
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AI systems should be strictly regulated to prevent their misuse in hacking and cyber attacks.
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Organizations should prioritize training their cybersecurity teams in AI technologies to adapt to emerging threats.
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AI-driven cyber attacks will fundamentally change the landscape of cybersecurity, requiring new strategies.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Aug 19, 2026
Using AI to enhance cybersecurity measures can create an arms race in hacking capabilities.
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