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EXPLORESmart Cities Dive · 1h ago

Cyberattackers are using AI. Local governments must, too.

Executive Brief

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State and local governments are increasingly deploying artificial intelligence to counter sophisticated AI-driven cyber threats. Implementing these advanced defensive tools serves to protect critical digital infrastructure while simultaneously strengthening public trust in government operations.

  • 01Municipalities must adopt AI tools to match the speed and scale of modern cyberattacks
  • 02Enhanced cybersecurity operations through AI integration help build and maintain public confidence
  • 03Defensive AI applications are essential for securing state and local government data systems
  • 04Public sector leaders are prioritizing automated security to mitigate evolving technological risks

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London Business News: Executive Guide

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While state and local governments grapple with questions about AI, many are using it to enhance their cybersecurity operations — and build public trust in the process, Dataminr’s Tim Miller writes.