Publication: Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity

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Adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) is accelerating across the economy as organisations seek to harness its potential rewards. However, historically insufficient attention has been given to the potential cybersecurity risks of AI adoption and use. At the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2025 the World Economic Forum Centre for Cybersecurity and the GCSCC launched report titled 'Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity: Balancing Risks and Rewards'. It highlights the steps that need to be taken to ensure that cybersecurity is fully embedded within the AI adoption life cycle.

Report Overview 

Amid a business landscape that is increasingly focused on responsible innovation, this report offers a clear executive perspective on managing AI-related cyber risks. It empowers leaders to invest and innovate in AI with confidence and exploit emerging opportunities for growth. To unlock full potential, it is essential to develop a comprehensive understanding of these cyber risks and related mitigation measures.

Throughout the report, we explore a central question: How can organisations reap the benefits of AI adoption while mitigating the associated cybersecurity risks?

Key Messages

  • AI technologies offer significant opportunities, and their application is becoming increasingly prevalent across the economy. As AI system compromise can have serious business impacts, organisations should adjust their approach to AI if they are to securely benefit from its adoption.

  • It is crucial for top leaders to define key parameters for decision-making on AI adoption and associated cybersecurity concerns.

  • By prioritising cybersecurity and mitigating risks, organisations can safeguard their investments in AI and support responsible innovation. A secure approach to AI adoption not only strengthens resilience but also reinforces the value and reliability of these powerful technologies. 

This year’s World Economic Forum Annual Meeting convened under the theme 'Collaboration in the Intelligent Age'. Cybersecurity was a top priority of the event. As in previous years our director, Professor Sadie Creese, contributed to critical discussions on the challenges and opportunities of the rapidly evolving digital landscape. AI Cybersecurity is at the forefront of these debates and our latest report provides essential insights and guidance on how to maximise the transformative power of AI technologies while minimising cyber risks.

For more information on the GCSCC AI research programme, please contact us via email: cybercapacity@cs.ox.ac.uk 

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