AI Is Reshaping Cybersecurity Threats: Why Zscaler and CrowdStrike Could Be Long-Term Winners

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Key Points

  • AI and future quantum advances could fuel more complex cyberattacks, boosting demand for top security vendors.

  • Trusted platforms like Zscaler and CrowdStrike may benefit from this trend, despite some near-term growth bumps.

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As AI and quantum technology reshape the cyber battlefield, demand for trusted security partners could surge. See how Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS) and CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) may navigate near-term bumps while pursuing long-term opportunity in the video below.

*This video was published on April 24, 2026.

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Jon Quast has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. Matt Frankel, CFP has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. Toby Bordelon has the following options: short June 2026 $90 puts on Zscaler. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends CrowdStrike and Zscaler. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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