Screaming in the Cloud AI's Security Crisis: Why Your Assistant Might Betray You
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Aug 7, 2025 
Simon Willison, an independent open-source developer and founder of Datasette, shares his insights on AI's security landscape. He warns of an imminent cybersecurity breach linked to AI vulnerabilities, particularly prompt injection risks. Simon discusses the importance of human expertise amidst rising AI capabilities, the environmental impacts of AI, and innovative applications of open-source tools in journalism. His candid perspective cuts through the hype, highlighting the critical balance between advancement and ethical implications.
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Just Publish, Imperfect Is Okay
- Adopt a low bar for blogging; publish imperfect posts quickly to build a practice.
- Focus on adding unique value around links and avoid waiting for perfect conclusions to share insights.
Bellingcat's Data Journalism Use
- Bellingcat used Datasette software to analyze leaked data about a Russian secret agency's office, revealing detailed employee information.
- This real-world example showcases AI-powered data journalism's potential to expose sensitive information from extensive data leaks.
Open Source Contributions Aren't Only Code
- Contribute to open source by sharing user experience notes, not only code.
- Simple feedback and storytelling about usage are valuable open source contributions and help maintainers greatly.