Opening Bid Unfiltered Okta’s CEO on the hidden dangers of AI agents in the workplace
Oct 15, 2025
Todd McKinnon, Co-founder and CEO of Okta, dives into the rapidly evolving world of AI and its implications for workplace safety. He reveals the potential threats posed by AI agents, such as harmful intrusions by bad actors. Todd discusses the critical balance between innovation and identity security, highlighting the demand for safe and efficient automated processes. He also shares insights on the importance of training for the AI workforce and reflects on his entrepreneurial journey and leadership lessons learned along the way.
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Agents Automate Entire Business Workflows
- Agents can automate end-to-end company processes from product discovery to customer support and sales enablement.
- Todd McKinnon says this revolution reduces costs and accelerates growth across many business functions.
AI Builds On Past Platform Revolutions
- The AI/agent shift builds on prior revolutions like mobile and cloud, so adoption moves faster.
- McKinnon frames this as the biggest platform shift since the internet, accelerating because of existing infrastructure.
Balance Core Identity And Agent Investments
- Balance maintaining core identity products with investing in agent support and governance.
- Ensure visibility and control for agents while continuing to improve identity fundamentals, McKinnon advises.