We have now entered into the “Era of AI Hacking”, according to NBC News, who have reported on a substantial increase in the number of reported threat incidents where AI has been used as a tool. Examples include impersonation, phishing, and wire transfers.

t was announced over the summer that the government document filesystem PACER, which allows authorized users access to case information, was breached by threat actors who had access to informant identities, sealed case documents, and other confidential legal and criminal information, according to Politico.

In August, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce released its fourth edition of Empowering Small Business: The Impact of Technology on U.S. Small Business. The report highlights how small businesses are using technology to grow, adapt, and stay competitive. 

AI Is Delivering Results 

Generative AI use among small businesses has jumped to 58%, more than doubling since 2023 (23%). Businesses using AI are seeing real gains: 85% reported increased sales, 84% saw higher profits, and 82% expanded their workforce.