Signal chief warns of agentic AI privacy risks

Meredith Whittaker, president of Signal, raised concerns about the privacy risks of agentic AI at the SXSW conference. She warned that these AI agents, which can perform tasks independently, may compromise user security. Whittaker described the potential dangers of AI agents needing extensive access to personal data, including web browsers, calendars, and messaging apps. She emphasized that this access could lead to significant privacy issues. This statement follows Whittaker's previous comments on the AI sector's reliance on data collection and surveillance. She continues to advocate for secure communications amid growing AI integration.