In this episode of the Security Boulevard Podcast, Tom Hollingsworth, Alan Shimel, and Mitch Ashley take a close look at how agentic AI is changing the cybersecurity threat landscape. As AI systems gain autonomy, traditional security models struggle to keep pace with how decisions are made, actions are taken, and risks propagate across environments.
The discussion focuses on the need for stronger security measures around AI agents, the growing responsibility vendors carry in delivering secure platforms, and why observability is now essential for understanding AI-driven workloads. The panel also addresses the shared accountability of developers and security professionals in designing, deploying, and maintaining trustworthy AI systems.
Reflecting on past challenges in AI security, the conversation balances realism with cautious optimism, outlining what meaningful progress could look like as the industry matures. The episode closes with updates on upcoming events and a call for continued community engagement around AI security best practices.
Hosts

Tom Hollingsworth

Alan Shimel

Mitch Ashley

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