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Cybersecurity Trends: What You Need to Know

In today's digital world, cybersecurity is more important than ever. With so much of our lives happening online—whether it’s banking, shopping, or simply chatting with friends—keeping our information safe is crucial. As we move into 2024, here are some of the key trends in cybersecurity that you should know about. 1. AI-Powered Cyber Attacks Artificial Intelligence (AI) isn’t just for good—it’s also being used by cybercriminals. In 2024, we’re likely to see more sophisticated AI-powered cyber attacks. These attacks can adapt and learn from their environment, making them harder to detect and stop. For example, AI can be used to create fake emails that look exactly like they’re from someone you know, making it easier to trick people into clicking on harmful links. 2. Ransomware is Evolving Ransomware attacks, where hackers lock your data and demand payment to unlock it, are becoming more common and more dangerous. In 2024, we might see more “double extortion” tactics. This means that