Chief information officers worldwide face a stark reality this year. AI promises transformation. But it also breeds profound risks. Over a quarter of CIOs now place securing AI on the same level as defending against malware, ransomware, and phishing attacks. That’s according to the latest findings from the Logicalis Global CIO Report 2026 , which surveyed more than 1,000 IT leaders globally. The report paints a picture of enthusiasm tempered by caution. Adoption surges—94% of CIOs are boosting AI investments—yet half believe the pace is too rapid, outstripping their ability to manage it safely. Consider the numbers. A striking 57% report that employees’ improper use of AI tools exposes sensitive data. And 76% express deep unease about AI running without proper checks. Governance? Often an afterthought. Only 37% of organizations can even see which AI tools their teams use, per insights detailed in a recent CIO Dive analysis of the Logicalis data.…