AegisAI, founded by former Google security execs, lands $36M to stop AI-driven spear phishing

TechCrunch | 24.07.2026 01:38
Hackers are increasingly using AI to launch attacks on a massive scale, with email emerging as a primary target. AI can quickly aggregate personal information—such as information about coworkers, active projects, and recent travel itineraries—allowing bad actors to instantly craft convincing messages that look authentic.