The Ultimate Guide to AI Security
A curated UK edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for AI Security.
What to know about AI Security
AI Security is an evolving field that focuses on safeguarding artificial intelligence systems and applications from emerging threats and vulnerabilities. As AI technologies become increasingly integrated into various enterprise operations and critical infrastructures, securing these systems is vital to prevent data breaches, unauthorized access, and manipulation by malicious actors.
This tag encompasses the latest advancements, studies, and industry collaborations aimed at enhancing security postures through AI-powered defenses, unified risk management, and innovative tools designed specifically for AI environments. By exploring stories tagged with AI Security, readers gain insights into how organizations are leveraging AI to detect, respond to, and prevent sophisticated cyber threats, including those targeting cloud environments, hybrid infrastructures, and AI-driven applications.
Stay informed about global research, corporate initiatives, and technology partnerships that underscore the importance of AI-focused security practices. Whether you are a security professional, IT manager, or simply interested in the intersection of AI and cybersecurity, these updates offer valuable perspectives on protecting AI systems against evolving risks in today's digital landscape.
UK AI Security News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
UK public sector AI use outpaces governance, survey
Only 8% of UK public sector IT professionals say AI is fully governed, leaving frontline services exposed as adoption races ahead.
Why the SOC needs to be re-engineered for AI
Alert-led security teams risk falling behind as AI now needs to be built into the SOC's core to stop attacks earlier and preserve sovereignty.
FIOR names Gemma Ungoed-Thomas as sovereign AI adviser
The hire signals FIOR's push to win governments and big enterprises worried about control, resilience and security in autonomous AI systems.
UK CISOs tighten AI controls as board pressure rises
Boards are demanding more from UK security chiefs as 72% now block generative AI use and 74% fear a material cyberattack within a year.
CyberFest expands across North East with secure AI focus
A month-long festival will put secure AI, cyber resilience and regional investment opportunities in the spotlight as North East firms seek national partners.
The unseen strength: How women's AI caution is shaping enterprise security
Enterprise security teams are treating women's AI scepticism as foresight, as agentic systems expose the governance risks many had flagged earlier.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to AI Security
Netskope launches control to block risky AI agent actions
Security Journey launches AI training for wider workforce
Akto named pioneer in Gartner's AI security quadrant
F5 named Market Shaper in Gartner AI security quadrant
GuidePoint adds AI identity services as gaps widen
Featured News
Interview: Cloudera says open-ended AI spending is over
Enterprises are now demanding proof of value and tighter controls as AI budgets face scrutiny over compute costs and deployment choices.
Mimecast CEO: Agentic AI threat novel but not entirely new
Hidden AI risks are already widespread in workplaces, with Mimecast saying users are driving shadow tools and most exposure still starts with people.
Check Point CTO on AI's double-edged sword
AI is shrinking the gap between vulnerability disclosure and real-world exploitation to hours, forcing security teams to adapt fast.
Check Point: Be the best, or get out the way
Rising AI-driven attacks are compel security buyers to cut vendor sprawl, though Check Point warns over-consolidation can still raise risk.
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Check Point: Hackers are already in. Act accordingly
Hackers are exploiting vulnerabilities in hours or minutes, leaving many organisations compromised before defenders spot the breach.
Expert Columns
Why the SOC needs to be re-engineered for AI
AI closes vulnerability window as zero-day exploits surge
The unseen strength: How women's AI caution is shaping enterprise security
Unlocking potential: How expanding leadership pathways for women strengthens cybersecurity
The future of autonomous security
Everyone read 'EU Delays AI Act' wrong, here's the actual timeline
When AI memory, simulation and provenance collide
Supercharged security: Cyber risk in the age of frontier AI
SonicWall joins Anthropic's Project Glasswing to find flaws
AI deserves our appreciation, but only if we're honest about what we're appreciating
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent AI Security News
Citrix adds AI browser session insights for agents
Security teams can now trace risky browser activity by staff and AI agents, as Citrix adds visual session records and policy guidance.
Wipro launches CISO Command Centre with CrowdStrike
Enterprises facing faster AI-driven attacks could get a single view of cyber risk as Wipro and CrowdStrike tie security operations to board priorities.
Demain warns of AI persistence after Medicare breach
The breach highlights how AI agents can keep probing blocked systems, prompting calls for stronger defences around identities, networks and data.
Fastly launches AI controls as machine traffic surges
Machine-generated requests now account for more than half of Fastly's network traffic, intensifying pressure to govern AI costs and security.
Bitdefender launches AI visibility & control for firms
Security teams can now spot unsanctioned AI use across Windows estates, as Bitdefender adds risk ranking and policy controls to GravityZone.
Exabeam channel-first push lifts partner-led pipeline
Partner-led sales now account for Exabeam's highest-volume pipeline source, as new-logo business surged 138% above plan in the first half.
Delinea appoints Timothy Regan as Chief Financial Officer
Passing USD $500 million in annual recurring revenue, the identity security group is adding public-company finance expertise as AI demand reshapes the market.
Cloudbrink launches OnGuard to unify enterprise security
Enterprises could cut security sprawl as the platform extends one policy framework to users, devices and machines before login.
Palo Alto launches continuous AI defence for clients
Attackers are exploiting AI faster than many defences can respond, prompting a shift to continuous testing for hidden exposures.
Bitdefender launches free VPN for AI agents in beta
A free tool on macOS now gives AI tasks separate, disposable internet connections, helping keep users' IP addresses distinct from agent activity.
Proofpoint launches AI security against trusted attacks
Targeted phishing and payment fraud are getting harder to spot as attackers mimic routine business workflows and trusted contacts.
Proofpoint launches AI security system for data risk
As AI tools gain access to sensitive systems, Proofpoint says separate data and oversight products no longer catch the full risk.
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VAST launches confidential AI system for sensitive data
It lets regulated firms run AI on sensitive data without exposing customer records or model weights to infrastructure operators.
Barracuda launches AI Data Security for smaller firms
Smaller businesses and MSPs are being offered controls to stop staff sending sensitive data into generative AI tools, amid growing governance gaps.
Akamai warns of blind spots in workplace agentic AI
More than 40% of enterprise users have installed AI browser tools, leaving security teams struggling to spot permission changes and rogue agents.
AI agents top insider risk concern for security chiefs
Surveyed firms are struggling to spot when autonomous tools stray from approved tasks, as 48% of security leaders now rank them as their biggest insider threat.
A10 launches AI Gateway for enterprise model control
Enterprises could get tighter control over AI spend and access as A10's gateway routes requests, tracks usage and enforces policy.
Fastly launches AI firewall & runtime control tools
Machine-generated traffic is driving up costs and security risks as Fastly adds controls for AI systems now moving into production.
Keyfactor tops USD $200 million in annual recurring revenue
Demand for machine identity security and digital trust tools lifted annual recurring revenue more than 35 per cent year on year.
Google warns AI is reshaping cyber attacks & defences
Attackers are exploiting AI tools to speed intrusions and drain cloud resources, pushing defenders towards machine-speed security operations.
Job Moves
FIOR names Gemma Ungoed-Thomas as sovereign AI adviser
HackerOne names Naveen Bhateja as Chief People Officer
CirrusHQ hires Matt Smith to lead UK sales growth push drive
Quorum Cyber names Joe Strathmann Chief Operating Officer
Mindgard appoints industry veterans to lead AI security expansion
Vectra AI appoints Taj El-Khayat to boost EMEA growth
