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Welcome to this week's edition of Cybersecurity AI Weekly.
This week, we're diving into a range of exciting developments in the world of AI and cybersecurity. Doppel has secured $35 million to enhance its AI agents, which are designed to combat malicious ads and fake profiles, providing a robust defense against cybercrime. Meanwhile, Theori and Okta have joined forces to bolster security measures against identity attacks, leveraging Theori's expertise to support Okta's Secure Identity Commitment.
In other news, the NIST is developing a Cyber AI Profile framework to help organizations tackle AI-enabled cyber threats, with a public draft expected soon. Additionally, Pistachio, an Oslo-based startup, has raised $7 million to expand its AI-driven cybersecurity training platform across Europe and North America. Stay tuned for more updates on these and other stories in the realm of AI and cybersecurity.
Doppel Secures $35 Million to Combat Malicious Ads with AI
Startup Doppel has raised $35 million to enhance its AI agents designed to identify and eliminate fake profiles and malicious advertisements, aiming to protect enterprises from cybercrime. Read more
Theori and Okta Partner to Boost Security
Theori and Okta have partnered to enhance security measures against identity attacks, leveraging Theori's expertise to support Okta's Secure Identity Commitment. Read more
NIST Developing Cyber AI Profile Framework
The NIST is working on a Cyber AI Profile framework to assist organizations in addressing AI-enabled cyberthreats. A public draft will be available for comments, with a final version anticipated in six months. Read more
Pistachio Raises $7M for Cybersecurity Training Expansion
Oslo-based startup Pistachio has secured $7 million in Series A funding to expand its AI-driven cybersecurity awareness training platform across Europe and North America. Read more
Adversa AI Wins Award at 2025 RSAC Conference
Adversa AI has been recognized as the Hot Company in GenAI Application Security by Cyber Defense Magazine at the 2025 RSAC Conference for its innovative AI Red Teaming platform. Read more
DARPA Boosts Cybersecurity with AI
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is enhancing its cybersecurity efforts by using artificial intelligence to address software vulnerabilities and protect U.S. infrastructure from cyber threats. Read more
Trend Micro Introduces AI Threat Detection for Enterprises
Trend Micro has launched AI-powered threat detection capabilities aimed at enhancing enterprise security, developed with NVIDIA and deployed on AWS. Read more
Trellix Wins Six Awards for AI Cybersecurity Solutions
Trellix was honored with six awards at the 2025 Global InfoSec Awards for its AI-driven threat detection and response capabilities. The recognition underscores Trellix's dedication to advancing security measures against new threats. Read more
Palo Alto Networks Launches AI Security Platform
Palo Alto Networks has introduced Prisma AIRS, a new AI security platform aimed at safeguarding the AI ecosystem. The platform includes features like AI model scanning and runtime security, and the company plans to acquire Protect AI to bolster its capabilities. Read more
Akamai Launches AI Firewall for Enhanced Security
Akamai Technologies, Inc. has introduced a new Firewall for AI to safeguard AI applications against cyber threats. This solution includes multilayered protection and real-time threat detection, along with an API LLM Discovery feature to secure AI-driven APIs. Read more
NetFoundry Secures $12M Investment for Networking Innovation
NetFoundry has received a $12 million investment led by SYN Ventures to advance its software-based secure networking model, aiming to enhance security and connectivity. Read more
TrojAI Joins Cloud Security Alliance as AI Corporate Member
TrojAI has become an AI Corporate Member of the Cloud Security Alliance, aiming to enhance AI security practices and promote responsible AI use. Read more
BigID Launches AI Model and Dataset Lineage Feature
BigID has introduced a new feature in its Data Security Posture Management solution, offering transparency and control over AI model and dataset lineage. Read more
SecAI Launches AI Threat Investigation Platform at RSA 2025
At the RSA Conference 2025, SecAI introduced its Investigator platform, which utilizes AI to improve the efficiency of threat investigations in cybersecurity. Read more
BrainChip Partners with Chelpis and Mirle on AI-PQC Chip
BrainChip Holdings Ltd has teamed up with Chelpis Quantum Corp. and Mirle to develop an AI-PQC robotic chip, utilizing Akida AKD1000 chips for enhanced security in industrial robotics. Read more
Varonis Enhances Threat Detection and Response
Varonis has upgraded its threat detection and response capabilities to enhance security by more effectively identifying and mitigating potential threats. Read more
Aqua Security Launches AI Application Security Solution
Aqua Security has introduced a comprehensive security solution designed specifically for the full lifecycle of AI applications, marking a significant advancement in the field of AI security. Read more
Singapore Companies Develop AI and Quantum Cybersecurity Solutions
Three Singapore-based companies, cloudsineAI, Cyber Sierra, and pQCee, are creating AI and quantum computing solutions to tackle global cybersecurity threats. Their efforts are supported by the CyberSG Talent, Innovation, and Growth Collaboration Center. Read more
Sentra Raises $50 Million for AI Data Security
Sentra, a New York-based startup, has secured $50 million in Series B funding to enhance its AI-driven data protection platform, focusing on improving data classification and remediation. Read more
HP Inc Advocates for AI Regulation in Nigeria
HP Inc has urged the Nigerian government to focus on AI regulation to tackle the growing threat of cyber attacks, emphasizing the need for stronger cybersecurity measures. Read more
NetApp Launches AI-Driven Security Features
NetApp has introduced new data security features, including post-quantum cryptography and enhanced ransomware protection, to bolster cyber resilience against evolving threats. Read more
SentinelOne Launches Purple AI Athena for SOC Automation
At the RSAC Conference, SentinelOne introduced Purple AI Athena, an AI solution aimed at improving SOC automation by enabling real-time threat management with minimal human intervention. Read more
NVIDIA Riva Vulnerabilities Found
Trend Micro Research has identified vulnerabilities in NVIDIA Riva deployments, which could lead to unauthorized access and resource abuse due to exposed API endpoints. Read more
Check Point Achieves FedRAMP 'In Process' Status
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. has reached the 'In Process' status for FedRAMP, enabling U.S. federal agencies to use its AI-powered cyber security solutions. Read more
Check Point Software Releases AI Security Report
Check Point Software Technologies has released its inaugural AI Security Report, highlighting the use of AI by cyber criminals and offering defense strategies. Read more
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