# Cyber Frontiers:Harnessing AI for Cybersecurity [Get involved](https://initiatives.weforum.org/api/communities/v1/public/initiatives/site/page-redirect?initiative_id=7f78bbfb-05e2-4fe2-b4da-7af4d59151d5&page_id=1d5e8cb9-cf7f-4fe0-9648-efba5c402192) ## We are equipping organizations with insights on how to harness AI technologies to strengthen their cybersecurity capabilities According to the Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026, AI is anticipated to be the most significant driver of change in cybersecurity in the year ahead, according to 94% of survey respondents. The World Economic Forum "Cyber Frontiers" initiative convenes a global multistakeholder community of senior cyber and AI executives to explore how AI is redefining and supporting cybersecurity operations, including prevention, detection and response practices. ## The shifting security landscape The cybersecurity landscape is evolving rapidly, with AI-powered attacks on the rise. At the same time, many organizations continue to struggle to fully harness the power of AI to boost their defenses. **87%** of respondents identified AI-related vulnerabilities as the fastest-growing cyber risk over the course of 2025.¹ **1200%** increase in phishing attacks due to generative AI since 2022.² **700%** increease in deepfake incidents in fintech in 2023. ¹ Global Cybersecurity Outlook (2026)² McKinsey & Company (2025), AI is the greatest threat—and defense—in cybersecurity today. Here’s why.³ Deloitte (2024), Generative AI is expected to magnify the risk of deepfakes and other fraud in banking ## The rise of AI-driven cyber threats demands faster and smarter security responses. Our "Cyber Frontiers" initiative, therefore, seeks to: ### Identify opportunities for AI to strengthen present-day cyber defense capabilities. ### Define pathways to becoming an AI-enabled cybersecurity organization. ### Anticipate future applications of AI technologies in cybersecurity. ## How we drive impact We drive impact by fostering multistakeholder collaboration, identifying and sharing solutions that leverage AI technologies to strengthen cybersecurity practices. ### Connect stakeholders We facilitate dialogues among public and private actors to build common knowledge and collaboration on the practical applications of AI in cybersecurity. ### Raise awareness We help raise awareness among global cyber leaders about the potential of AI to strengthen cyber defense efforts. ### Exchange best practices We share best practices and real-world use cases to help organizations leverage AI technologies in cybersecurity. ### Join us in shaping Cyber Frontiers Learn about how your organization can partner with our initiative. [Get involved](https://initiatives.weforum.org/api/communities/v1/public/initiatives/site/page-redirect?initiative_id=7f78bbfb-05e2-4fe2-b4da-7af4d59151d5&page_id=1d5e8cb9-cf7f-4fe0-9648-efba5c402192) ## Read more about Cyber Frontiers [Discover more](https://initiatives.weforum.org/ai-cyber-initiative/insights) ## Featured Content ### AI is supercharging a global cyber fraud crisis. It could also solve it Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. 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[Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/10/building-cyber-resilience-in-ai-and-other-cybersecurity-news/) ### How we enhance cybersecurity defences before the attackers in an AGI world Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/10/how-we-enhance-cybersecurity-defences-before-the-attackers-in-an-agi-world/) ### In the AI era, business governance means safeguarding trust Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. 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