This weekly update explores how AI agents are creating new challenges for data privacy and security around the world. AI agents are programs that can make decisions and take actions without a person telling them what to do every step. Companies are using millions of these agents, but many are not being watched or controlled properly.

New research shows that over half of AI agents in use are not being actively monitored, which means they could cause problems without anyone noticing. At the same time, companies are spending huge amounts of money to protect themselves from AI-powered attacks and to make sure their AI systems are safe. Privacy experts say organizations need clear rules about who is responsible for AI agents, what data they can use, and how their actions should be checked.

The main message is clear: AI agents are moving into real business work very quickly, but the systems to control them and keep them safe are not keeping up. Security leaders believe that by the end of 2026, most companies will use AI to help defend against cyber attacks, but they are also worried about new kinds of threats that AI can create. Companies need to know where their data is going, who is using it, and who is responsible when something goes wrong. The challenge is to let AI help the business grow while also making sure privacy and security stay strong.