FM Sitharaman Flags 'Mythos' AI Threat, Urges Banks to Strengthen Cyber Defences



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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has alerted Indian banks to a new and little-understood artificial intelligence threat known as 'Mythos'. Following a meeting with bank chiefs, she stressed the need for enhanced, versatile cyber defences to counter increasingly sophisticated AI-driven risks. The State Bank of India will lead a collaborative effort among banks to develop AI-powered defensive strategies.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has raised fresh concerns over emerging artificial intelligence (AI)-driven threats, highlighting a new and relatively unknown challenge referred to as "Mythos." Following a high-level meeting with bank chiefs, the minister stressed the need for a coordinated and future-ready response from India's banking sector. Addressing the media after the meeting, FM Sitharaman acknowledged that Indian banks have so far demonstrated strong resilience due to rapid d
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FAQ :

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has flagged a new artificial intelligence threat referred to as 'Mythos'.

The article states that 'Mythos' is a new and relatively unknown AI-driven threat, with not much information currently available about it.

Indian banks have been urged to strengthen their cyber defences and adopt a more versatile and proactive approach to counter emerging AI risks.

The State Bank of India (SBI) will spearhead the initiative, with its chairman leading efforts to coordinate sector-wide responses.

Banks will engage in extensive interaction to explore how AI itself can be leveraged as a tool to counter AI-born challenges like 'Mythos'.

MeitY is actively engaging with global technology firms, regulators, and governments to better understand AI-driven threats and assess preparedness strategies.




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