The AI Cybersecurity Bubble: Hype, Hope or Harsh? - Ep 156

Reimagining Cyber - real world perspectives on cybersecurity

Welcome to Reimagining Cyber! In this episode, Tyler Moffitt (Senior Security Strategist, OpenText) , dissects one of the hottest—and most misunderstood—topics in tech: the AI bubble in cybersecurity. Is AI revolutionizing threat detection and response, or are we falling for another overhyped tech trend? Tyler draws parallels to the blockchain frenzy of 2017, warning of “AI-washing,” overblown marketing claims, and venture capital-fueled hype that may be outpacing real-world results.

The conversation dives into where AI is genuinely making an impact—like anomaly detection, threat intel summarization, and SOC automation—and where it's still falling short, from false positives and model drift to the black-box problem. With signs of a bubble already forming, including vendor consolidation and flashy tools that don’t deliver, Tyler urges security leaders to focus on co-pilot approaches, not full automation. Bottom line? AI can be a force multiplier, but only when paired with human expertise and solid cyber hygiene.

Whether you're skeptical of the buzz or curious about where AI in cybersecurity is actually working, this episode brings a grounded, no-fluff take on the state of the industry.

Key Topics:

• Signs we’re in an AI bubble
• AI’s real impact areas vs. marketing fluff
• Why human-in-the-loop still matters
• Risks of overreliance and analyst de-skilling
• What smart AI adoption looks like for security leaders

Tune in to cut through the noise and get real about AI in cyber.

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