AMA Today: WIRED Reporters, Louise Matsakis and Lily Hay Newman on Rogue Al Agents & DEF CON
Summary
WIRED reporters Louise Matsakis and Lily Hay Newman are hosting an AMA on August 10th to discuss their reporting on rogue AI agents hacking real systems and highlights from DEF CON.
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