Moves by companies across sectors toward AI-based security are accelerating, with South Korean firms stepping up “security plus AI” strategies. XGate, which specialises in network security such as VPNs and firewalls, is also strengthening AI. Executive director Kim Han-yong (김한용) said the company is focusing on reinforcing areas it already does well rather than targeting entirely new domains. He outlined efforts to use AI for log analysis, easier policy creation and improved firewall hardware efficiency, while also aligning products with zero trust security needs.