Apple says it is shipping security updates early as AI speeds up hacking
THE SO WHAT
Apple pulling security fixes forward because AI is accelerating exploit development means the cadence of defense is now set by models, not humans. For operators, that translates into a non-negotiable requirement for rapid patch pipelines, automated testing, and user communication that can handle unscheduled, high-frequency updates.
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