Akamai Technologies has introduced a groundbreaking cybersecurity product, Firewall for AI, specifically engineered to address the complex security challenges posed by the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence across industries. Announced yesterday, the new offering provides robust, multilayered protection for AI-driven applications, large language models (LLMs), and AI-powered APIs.

As organisations increasingly rely on AI to enhance productivity and operational efficiency, the risk landscape has expanded significantly. Traditional web application firewalls (WAFs), while effective for conventional threats, fall short in defending against AI-specific risks such as adversarial manipulation, model theft, and large-scale data scraping.

Recognising these evolving threats, Akamai’s Firewall for AI delivers real-time threat detection and response capabilities tailored to the unique vulnerabilities of AI technologies. The solution is designed to monitor and secure both incoming and outgoing AI traffic—helping organisations ensure data integrity, prevent misuse, and remain compliant with regulatory standards.

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Rupesh Chokshi, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Application Security at Akamai, emphasised the urgency of AI-specific defences:

“Traditional security solutions do not stop AI threats. As enterprises embrace the AI era to unlock new levels of productivity, AI security must be a key enabler. Firewall for AI is a game changer for any enterprise adopting AI.”

The platform goes beyond perimeter security by offering advanced output filtering that can detect and prevent harmful AI outputs, including hallucinations, toxic language, and potential data leaks. It also supports seamless integration with existing infrastructure through multiple deployment methods—whether at the edge, via REST API, or through a reverse proxy setup.

With Firewall for AI, Akamai aims to equip businesses with the tools they need to confidently integrate AI into their operations, ensuring that innovation does not come at the cost of security or compliance.

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