The head of the National Cyber Security Centre has said frontier AI tools can be a force for good if they are kept out of the wrong hands. He made the remarks while discussing the use of advanced AI in cyber security and hacking.

He said the technology could help improve defence work and support better protection. He also said the same tools could be harmful if access is not controlled.

The comments suggest a balance between possible benefits and risks. The official said the key issue is who can use the systems and how they are handled. Keeping them from misuse was described as important. The remarks were focused on control and access.