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Proofpoint acquires Acuvity to tackle the security risks of agentic AI

Proofpoint is snapping up the startup to solve the industry’s newest headache: knowing what your autonomous AI is actually doing.

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ICE director denies existence of database tracking US citizens

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The Marine Corps passed its third audit and is testing how AI, automation can make the process easier

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