The rise of autonomous AI agents has introduced serious liability risks for enterprises. As insurance providers increasingly exclude AI-related incidents from coverage and contractual terms shift liability to users rather than model providers, organizations face uncertain exposure if their agents cause harm. Legal experts advise negotiating explicit indemnification clauses and maintaining comprehensive documentation of agent controls to defend against recklessness claims. Additionally, executives, including CISOs and CIOs, may face personal scrutiny if governance and incident response processes are inadequate.

AI is poised to transform the software industry much like software as a service did two decades ago, writes Jason Eubanks of Aurasell. AI-native applications, built on intelligent automation and unified data models, offer significant productivity gains by eliminating redundant processes and data fragmentation, Eubanks writes.

Broadcom has introduced VMware Private AI Cloud to address rising AI infrastructure costs by consolidating cloud and AI infrastructure. The service, unveiled at VMware Explore, aims to tackle hardware expenses, operational complexity and token economics. VMware Cloud Foundation 9 is integral to the service, offering features such as NVMe memory tiering and enhanced GPU tracking.

ChatGPT Work has become an essential multitool for small business productivity, supporting a range of tasks from email management to financial analysis. AI researcher David Gewirtz shows how ChatGPT Work integrates with existing business workflows, such as scanning vast troves of emails for relevant information, converting complex datasets into PowerPoint slides, and assisting in strategy development. AI's flexibility allows business owners to delegate routine or data-heavy processes, but Gewirtz cautions users to retain human oversight of AI-generated outputs.

The first wave of AI-enabled cyberattacks has begun, with AI models accelerating vulnerability discovery at an unprecedented rate, Palo Alto Networks researchers report. Using AI testing tools, researchers found as many issues in three weeks as they previously would have in a year. The rapid discovery of vulnerabilities at machine speed, while remediation still occurs at human speed, risks creating a significant backlog.

As organizations increasingly deploy AI systems, AI governance is evolving into a technical discipline, creating new career opportunities for IT professionals from cybersecurity, risk management, compliance, platform engineering and data science. AI governance professionals must identify and document AI systems, translate policy into measurable controls, and continuously monitor AI behavior to ensure compliance and safety.

As companies increasingly integrate AI, the irreplaceable value of human connection remains clear, writes management consultant Marc Cugnon. While AI can automate tasks and enhance productivity, it cannot replace the trust and loyalty built through genuine human interactions, Cugnon writes, noting that successful organizations will treat human connection as a strategic asset, balancing innovation with empathy and ethical judgment.

OHUB and CompTIA are teaming up for a live webinar on Sept. 16 to help workers develop the skills needed to thrive in an AI-powered economy. The session will explore how to combine your expertise with AI tools, build practical skills such as effective prompting, and strengthen critical thinking in the age of AI. Kieran Blanks of OHUB and Dr. James Stanger of CompTIA will also demonstrate a platform that helps learners assess and visualize their AI literacy. Register for the webinar to learn how AI skills can create new opportunities for work, learning and career growth.

CompTIA CySA+ certification has been updated to help professionals tackle increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. The new exam focuses on real-world skills in AI, threat detection, automation, cloud security and incident response, reflecting how modern security teams operate today. Learn more about CompTIA CySA+ and the skills employers are seeking in today's AI-driven security landscape.