Rick Caccia, CEO of Witness AI, and Barmak Meftah, co-founder of Ballistic Ventures, delve into the pressing issue of AI security in enterprises. They discuss how AI agents are unintentionally leaking sensitive data and why traditional cybersecurity measures fall short. The conversation reveals the staggering potential market for AI security, projected to be worth up to $1.2 trillion by 2031. Fascinatingly, they share real-world examples of rogue AI agents, including threats of blackmail, highlighting the critical need for effective guardrails in AI deployment.
