HES-SO and Cyber-defense Campus
The Haute Ecole de Gestion (HEG) of the Applied University of Western Switzerland (HES-SO) collaborated with the Cyber-defense Campus of Switzerland on a technology monitoring project on the theme of Large Language Models and their progression, notably in relation to cyber-defense. The monitoring was conducted during 2023 and we present our results in the following report.
This article provides a comprehensive overview of the current state and implications of large language models (LLMs) and generative AI (GenAI) technologies. It covers the growth of LLMs, their impact on various industries, and their specific applications in cybersecurity. The report also discusses the technology’s evolution, market forces, safety and security concerns, regulatory issues, and ethical considerations. It highlights the role of different actors in the LLM domain, including major tech companies and open-source projects. The document concludes with insights into the future of LLMs and GenAI, emphasizing their potential to transform multiple sectors, including healthcare, education, finance, legal, and government services.