AI is increasingly being used for health, entertainment and personal issues, which is also raising concerns about the disclosure of personal information.
A recent survey by cybersecurity company Kaspersky revealed that about 79 percent of people are using various AI services, while the increasing trend of seeking help from artificial intelligence in personal matters is raising privacy and cybersecurity concerns.
According to a survey conducted by Kaspersky in the Middle East, Turkey and Africa (META) region, artificial intelligence is becoming a part of consumers’ daily lives. People are using various AI services, including smart chatbots, tools for creating images and videos.
74 percent of people surveyed said that the most common purpose of using artificial intelligence is to find and summarize information. In addition, 50% of people use AI to create written content, 42% to create images using written instructions or prompts, and 41% to edit or change their personal photos.
According to the survey, 32% of people seek help from artificial intelligence to create videos. Reliance on AI is also increasing for everyday needs and practical advice. In this trend, 37% of people use artificial intelligence for health-related questions.
Similarly, 29% of people seek help from AI for recreational activities such as planning weekends, holidays or events, while 23% seek help from AI for creating meal menus and diet plans. 41% of people surveyed said they also use artificial intelligence to get advice on other personal issues.
Kaspersky experts have warned that such exchanges with artificial intelligence may include personal information, which may pose privacy and security risks. If this information is leaked, leaked to third parties or accessed by cybercriminals, it can be misused.
The survey revealed that almost one in 10 people have already encountered incorrect information provided by artificial intelligence, while 24% believe that AI can also provide incorrect answers.
Seifullah Jaidi, Head of Consumer Channel for the Middle East, Turkey and Africa at Kaspersky, says that consumers should be aware of the limitations of AI services and the potential risks associated with them. Even widely used platforms can have vulnerabilities that could lead to data leaks.
He said that information shared with these platforms may be processed in accordance with the relevant service and its policies or may be accessed by third parties. Therefore, it is important for users to adopt safe digital habits, verify information, be careful in the use of personal data and critically evaluate responses generated by artificial intelligence.
Kaspersky experts have advised users to avoid sharing sensitive, confidential or private information with AI services to reduce cybersecurity risks when using artificial intelligence. Also beware of fake AI services and fraud in their name.
According to experts, phishing web pages, malicious software and fake websites often imitate authentic platforms or try to deceive users through fake tools.
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