OpenAI’s First Cybersecurity Investment: Supporting Adaptive Security to Combat AI Threats

OpenAI invests in Adaptive Security to address AI-driven cyber threats like deepfakes and phishing with innovative employee training tools.
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OpenAI’s First Cybersecurity Investment: Supporting Adaptive Security to Combat AI Threats
AI’s rapid rise brings with it an ever-growing list of challenges, especially in cybersecurity. As a technology enthusiast who follows AI closely, I was intrigued when OpenAI made its first-ever cybersecurity investment in Adaptive Security. With $43 million raised in a Series A round co-led by OpenAI’s startup fund and Andreessen Horowitz, this move represents a significant step in securing the future of AI-driven defense strategies. Image:Google AI-Powered Threats Demand Innovative Solutions Generative AI has made attacks like deepfakes and phishing easier than ever, and OpenAI recognizes the need to address these vulnerabilities head-on. Adaptive Security simulates AI-generated hacks — from spoofed phone calls to phishing emails — to train employees in spotting these emerging threats. Their platform helps organizations pinpoint vulnerabilities and enhances awareness through realistic simulations of social engineering attacks. Why Social Engineering Still Works — And Why AI Makes It Wo…