Scott Gerlach, Co-Founder and Chief Security Officer at StackHawk, shares insights on the critical role of APIs in modern software and their exposure to security threats. He discusses the importance of proactive security measures in software development, particularly around API vulnerabilities. The conversation touches on the evolving landscape of API security influenced by generative AI and automation. Gerlach also highlights the unique challenges faced by the financial sector regarding compliance and security, making a compelling case for integrating security throughout the development process.