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AI Risks August 13, 2026 · CyberScoop

Researchers observe first 'near-autonomous' AI attack on government target in Taiwan

Suspected Chinese hackers used open-source artificial intelligence ... “We increasingly see threat actors leveraging AI for autonomous offensive ...

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