Microsoft Turns to AI to Combat Hackers
Cyberattacks are becoming more sophisticated, and fraudsters, criminals, and even state-backed hackers are increasingly using advanced techniques. Microsoft believes only AI can effectively counter these threats. According to Vasu Jakkal, the company’s security vice president, Microsoft monitored 30 billion phishing emails last year alone. She noted that the sheer volume is beyond human capacity to manage. To tackle this, Microsoft is deploying 11 cybersecurity AI agents designed to detect and filter suspicious emails, block hacking attempts, and gather intelligence on potential cyber threats. Microsoft, whose Windows software runs on nearly 70% of global computers, has long been a primary target…