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Supply chain security on alert as M&A targets agent security
Security threats targeting the software supply chain are intensifying as AI spreads, with recent incidents involving a tampered Axios NPM package and trojanised installers distributed via the official Daemon Tools website. Concerns are also emerging that automation features in AI coding tools could amplify supply chain risks. Amid growing interest in AI agents, companies are accelerating moves in agent security, including more M&A activity. The article also lists related developments by OpenAI, Anthropic, the White House, Cisco, KT and others.
AI & Enterprise
Cisco formalises plan to acquire AI agent security startup Astrix
Cisco said on May 4 it plans to acquire Astrix Security, a startup specialising in security for non-human identities. Israeli media outlet Calcalist reported the deal size was about $400 million. Based in Tel Aviv, Astrix develops software that monitors AI agents and applies security controls. The company focuses on protecting digital access credentials such as API keys, service accounts and authentication tokens.
AI & Enterprise
LLMs become core security infrastructure as post-quantum cryptography gains traction
LLM-based AI is taking on a bigger role in corporate security technology stacks, with model developers and security vendors expanding cyber-focused deployments. OpenAI outlined plans to broaden access to its GPT-5.4-Cyber model for verified users, while Anthropic is limiting access to its Mythos Preview. Security firms and the government are also moving to address AI-driven hacking risks. Separate efforts to develop post-quantum cryptography are becoming more concrete.
