Cisco to Enhance AI Security Capabilities with Robust Intelligence Acquisition
Cisco has announced a significant step in its mission to secure AI-driven enterprises with the planned acquisition of Robust Intelligence company, an AI security solutions vendor and member of the Cisco Investments portfolio. Robust Intelligence’s purpose-built platform offers robust protection for AI models throughout their lifecycle, from development to production.
Through advanced automation and risk mitigation, Robust Intelligence empowers organizations to securely deploy AI applications while adhering to industry and regulatory standards. The combination of Cisco and Robust Intelligence means that the former will be able to deliver advanced AI security processing seamlessly into the existing data flows, by inserting it into Cisco security and networking products.
This will provide Cisco with unparalleled visibility into all of customers' AI traffic, enabling customers to build, deploy, and secure AI applications with confidence.
Yaron Singer, CEO & Co-Founder, Robust Intelligence:
"Security leaders need purpose-built solutions they can trust to keep up with the new paradigm of AI risk. Our team is excited about the integral role our platform will play in shaping the future of the Cisco Security Cloud, providing end-to-end AI security and leading the AI revolution with Cisco."
Tom Gillis, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Security Business Group, Cisco:
"We see Robust Intelligence as a natural fit for Cisco that reinforces our dedication to responsible AI and providing better outcomes through security for AI and AI for security. Robust Intelligence’s focus and deep expertise in AI model security and governance perfectly complements our existing capabilities, accelerating our roadmap for the Cisco Security Cloud. Our intent to acquire Robust Intelligence marks an exciting new chapter in our journey to secure the AI-driven enterprise. Together, we’ll push the boundaries of AI security, empowering organizations to embrace AI’s full potential while safeguarding their critical assets. The future of AI security is bright, and we look forward to having the Robust Intelligence team on board."
