20 Ways GenAI Will Reshape Cybersecurity—And What It Means for Your Business

GenAI is rewriting the rules of cybersecurity—for better and worse. In a recent Forbes Technology Council article, our CEO Nolan Garrett explores 20 ways GenAI is transforming everything from threat detection to deepfake phishing. Discover how TorchLight is already helping SMBs adapt strategically.

Generative AI is changing everything—and cybersecurity is no exception.

TorchLight CEO Nolan Garrett was recently featured in a Forbes Technology Council article exploring 20 ways GenAI is set to transform the cybersecurity landscape. The takeaway? Leaders need to be thinking about both the opportunity and the risk—especially in regulated industries.

🔍 What Does This Mean for You?

The rise of GenAI brings incredible potential for automation, threat detection, and smarter incident response—but it also means cybercriminals are evolving faster than ever.

As Nolan shared in the article:

“Organizations must adjust their security strategy to account for AI-generated phishing, deepfakes, automated reconnaissance, and the erosion of traditional trust signals online.”

🔐 How TorchLight Is Responding

At TorchLight, we’re already helping clients adapt by:

  • Implementing advanced threat detection tuned for AI-driven attacks
  • Training users to recognize deepfakes and synthetic social engineering
  • Building controls that go beyond perimeter defense—focusing on identity, behavior, and zero trust
  • Advising leaders on how to use AI responsibly without exposing their business to unnecessary risk

🧠 Want to Stay Ahead?

You don’t need to fear GenAI—but you do need to be prepared for how it’s changing the rules of cybersecurity.

👉 Read the full Forbes article to see Nolan’s contribution and 19 other expert perspectives.
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