That AI-generated password looks strong, but pattern recognition and training data make it far less random than you think.

If you’re already using AI for everything from crafting tone-appropriate emails to finding a skincare routine that works, using a chatbot to generate passwords for you probably seems like a good idea.

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Adding numbers to your passwords makes them more secure. In fact, most sites and services these days require alphanumeric passwords at the very least. Some people ...

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