Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates warned on October 12, 2026, that unregulated artificial intelligence (AI) poses a growing threat, particularly in the form of AI-powered cyberattacks. In an interview with ABC News, Gates stated that while the risk of AI 'getting out of control' is still years away, the immediate concern is the misuse of existing AI systems by malicious actors. He emphasized that the most significant threat in the coming year would likely be cyberattacks. Gates noted, 'The real danger right now is not the AI's getting out of control. We need to work on that, but that's years away in terms of the big impact that might have.' He expressed concern over the removal of safeguards in AI systems, which could enable bad actors to exploit these technologies for bioterrorism and cyberattacks. Gates criticized the notion, supported by former US President Donald Trump, that self-regulation by AI companies would be sufficient to ensure safety, stating, 'It's clear we're not doing enough.' This warning follows a lengthy post by Gates in August, where he highlighted the world's unpreparedness for the disruptions caused by AI, especially regarding employment.
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Bill Gates discusses AI threats and cyberattacks in recent interview
Bill Gates warned that unregulated artificial intelligence poses a significant threat, particularly through potential cyberattacks. In an interview, he emphasized the immediate risks from malicious actors using AI systems without safeguards and criticized the idea of self-regulation by AI companies as insufficient for ensuring safety.
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Bill Gates discusses AI threats and cyberattacks in recent interview