TechCrunch Startup News OpenAI just made its first cybersecurity investment
Apr 8, 2025
Explore the escalating threats posed by AI-generated cyber attacks. Discover how OpenAI is tackling this issue with a significant investment in Adaptive Security, a startup focused on defending against deepfake threats. The discussion highlights innovative strategies for training employees to recognize and thwart social engineering attacks, emphasizing the critical need for corporate vigilance in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
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OpenAI's Cybersecurity Investment
- OpenAI invests in Adaptive Security, a cybersecurity startup, to combat AI-driven attacks.
- This marks OpenAI's first investment in a cybersecurity firm.
Adaptive Security's Approach
- Adaptive Security simulates AI-generated attacks to train employees.
- They focus on social engineering hacks that trick humans into taking harmful actions.
Axie Infinity Hack
- Axie Infinity lost over $600 million due to a social engineering hack targeting a developer.
- This highlights the significant financial losses these attacks can cause.