EVERYONE is talking about artificial intelligence (AI) at the moment. They are right to be excited, as this is a technology that could — and probably will — change our lives for good and for the better.

According to an IT Risk and Compliance Benchmark report, around 80 percent of respondents view their AI strategy as a crucial component of their operational planning. However, AI also presents certain potential threats, such as the possibility of cybercriminals using it to bypass network security systems and steal personal or business identities.