Data Breaches Surge in 2026, AI and Malicious Insiders Play Growing Role

Data breach notices in 2026 have already surpassed last year's total, with artificial intelligence increasingly contributing to cyberattacks and a rise in 'malicious insider' incidents.

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Data breach notices have already blown past last year’s total — and AI is playing a growing role

Data breaches are surging in 2026, with artificial intelligence playing a growing role in cyberattacks, and 'malicious insider' incidents also on the rise.

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Data Breaches Surge in 2026, AI and Malicious Insiders Play Growing Role

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Data breach notices have already blown past last year’s total — and AI is playing a growing role

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