Bill Gates Warns AI Could Fuel Cyberattacks in 2027

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has warned that criminals could use advanced artificial intelligence tools to launch more cyberattacks in 2027. Speaking in a CNN interview, Gates said the immediate concern is not AI becoming uncontrollable. He said criminals may remove safety protections from AI systems and use them for hacking, fraud and other harmful activity. Gates called for stronger regulation of AI companies, arguing that voluntary safeguards may not be enough. He also cited bioterrorism, job disruption and the longer-term risk of uncontrollable AI as major concerns.

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