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Myth or mythos: Is the AI cyber threat real?

19 May 2026

26 minutes

Available for over a year

From fears that a powerful new AI could supercharge hacking, to the ransomware gangs holding our data hostage, we talk to a former FBI expert about the latest cyber threats.

Also in Tech Life this week: we hear from a listener who is using dermatology tech to educate schoolchildren on the importance of staying safe in the sun.

Presenter: Chris Vallance

Producer: Tom Quinn

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