VIDEO: Shadow AI

Joseph Ross, CITP, FBCS, CTO & Finance Officer, Cyber Resilience Centre for the South West.

Shadow AI refers to artificial intelligence tools used within organisations without official approval or oversight. These tools pose significant risks, including data breaches, compliance violations, and ethical concerns.

Joseph emphasises the importance of governance, transparency, and accountability in AI adoption and goes on to explore how, without proper controls, Shadow AI can undermine trust, expose sensitive information, and lead to unintended consequences. Organisations must establish clear policies, educate employees, and monitor AI usage to mitigate these risks.

Joseph’s talk highlights the growing need for responsible AI practices in a tech-driven business environment and offers an early insight into his Academic paper on the subject, which is due for imminent release.