The new AI model that could steal your life savings

The rapid advancement of AI models like Anthropic’s Claude Mythos presents a double-edged sword for global cybersecurity, particularly within the financial sector. While Mythos possesses an unprecedented ability to "chain" minor software vulnerabilities into dangerous exploits, Anthropic has restricted its release through Project Glasswing, granting early access to major banks like JPMorgan Chase to patch systems before public deployment. Michael Moore of Anthropic argues that AI-driven tools are essential for securing decades-old codebases, citing the discovery of a 27-year-old bug in internet infrastructure. However, critics like NYU professor Rachel Greenstadt suggest the danger may be exaggerated for marketing purposes, noting that "vibe coding" by inexperienced developers creates new risks and that rival models from OpenAI already match these capabilities. Ultimately, the rise of highly capable AI marks a faster, more intense chapter in the ongoing cat-and-mouse game between hackers and security professionals rather than a fundamental shift in digital safety.