Name: F5 'AI' Podcast Series - Episode 6 - DeepSeek & Sci-Fi's Impact on AI Development | AI News & Insights
Start: 2025-02-28T19:00:00Z
End: 2025-02-28T19:01:05.000Z
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Join our subject matter experts to explore advanced architectural choices and best practices for deploying and scaling API gateways. Learn how to enhance their security and performance. This session is tailored for cloud and platform architects, IT security and network professionals, and developers involved in designing and implementing API infrastructure across the organization.

This webinar will help you:

-  Discover advanced API Gateway deployment patterns for architecting cloud-native app delivery.
-  Learn how to improve visibility and optimize the performance and reliability of your API gateways.
-  Gain insight into threat mitigation strategies and best practices for securing your API gateways.
-  Explore effective methods for configuring and scaling your API infrastructure to handle high request volumes on-demand.

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Evolving API Gateways:  F5 NGINX Insights & Best Practices

In this episode, we also explore the launch of Amazon's Alexa+ and its implications for the AI ecosystem. Additionally, we break down the new GPT-5 pricing model, examining its potential impact on the market. Special thanks to Kid Rock for unexpectedly boosting our visibility, plus, get ready to meet our expert guests Ken Arora, Chuck Herrin, Laurie MacVittie, and Joel Moses as they provide their unique insights into the world of AI. Tune in now to stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving field of artificial intelligence

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In this episode, we delve into the latest trends and challenges in AI security, featuring insights from Byron, Pete Scheffler, and Liam Crilly. Liam, the mastermind behind our AI gateway product, shares his expertise on AI governance and security. We also tackle the vulnerabilities exposed by Grok 3's new unhinged mode and discuss the implications of model distillation. If you're passionate about AI and security, you won't want to miss this engaging and informative podcast episode!

F5 'Al' Podcast Series - Episode 9 - Exploring AI Security and Grok 3's Unhinged Mode From App World 2025 in Vegas

In today's rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, ignoring critical security issues can lead to disastrous consequences. This webinar, "API Security Matters: The Risks of Turning a Blind Eye," addresses the crucial topic of API Security, covering the lifecycle from code-based discovery to implementing lessons learned.

Join our expert speakers, Josh Goldfarb, Field CISO at F5, and Joe Martin, Sr. Solutions Architect at F5, as they share practical steps and real-world examples to help security teams protect and defend their applications and APIs. 

The session will emphasize the importance of visibility and awareness in identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities, and the professional and ethical responsibilities of those in the security field

Key Learning Objectives:
-  Explore the seven critical steps in API Security, including code-based discovery, crawler-based discovery, traffic-based discovery, preventive controls, continuous security monitoring/detective controls, response/mitigation, and implementing lessons learned.
-  Learn why steps such as code-based discovery, crawler-based discovery, and traffic-based discovery are crucial for maintaining ongoing security and how they facilitate the subsequent steps in the security lifecycle.
-  Understand the significant risks associated with being unaware of security vulnerabilities, including increased likelihood of breaches, intrusions, and incidents.
-  Gain practical insights and strategies for implementing effective API security measures and ensuring that your security team is prepared to address and mitigate potential threats.

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API Security Matters: The Risks of Turning a Blind Eye

APIs took the world by storm, proliferated architecture, and forced security teams to react, the same trends are happening in the AI era.

While new risks and constantly evolving threats are constantly in the headlines, the security community is already equipped to defend the interfaces and ecosystems that underpin AI apps.

Watch this webinar to get the lowdown on AI security, what we can do now to protect new apps and ecosystems, and what the future holds (hint: AI-generated flux capacitors). See why AI furthers the ball of fire of risk and complexity and learn how to future-proof protections for AI applications, interconnected APIs, and the interfaces into AI models.

In this webinar, we’ll cover:
-  AI impacts on application architectures
-  Where defenders should focus today
-  The future of AI security

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Future-Proofing AI: It's Not Rocket Science... Or Is It?

Welcome to another exciting episode of AI Friday! This week, we dive deep into the latest developments in AI technology and news. Join us as we discuss key highlights from the OpenAI roadmap, including Sam Altman's recent announcements on GPT-4.5, GPT-5 and the future of reasoning models. We also explore the impact of DeepSeek's advancements on the AI landscape and the intriguing bid by Elon Musk to acquire OpenAI's nonprofit governance arm.

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F5 'Al' Podcast Series - Episode 8 -  OpenAI Roadmap, Weaponized Agentic AI

This week, we're diving deep into the latest news in artificial intelligence, including the intriguing world of open source music with King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, and the fascinating case of the garbage plate recipe. We also discuss the groundbreaking new reasoning models, particularly LlamaV-o1, that are setting new benchmarks in AI capabilities. Get insights into how these models operate, their practical applications, and the implications for AI in various fields, including medical and legal.

Additionally, we touch on the security aspects of AI models, particularly the vulnerabilities exposed in DeepSeek by Cisco's Robust Intelligence team. From alignment switching to reinforcement learning, we cover the critical aspects that could impact the future of AI development. And for a bit of fun, we explore the most outrageous AI-driven gadgets from CES 2025, from an AI bassinet to AI refrigerators. Join us for an engaging and informative episode!

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Discover the multifaceted benefits of hybrid, multicloud deployments. Learn how this approach can reduce overall cloud expenditure, enhance system resilience, and streamline AI application deployment.

Join our experts as they share valuable insights and actionable strategies to help you navigate the complexities of the modern IT landscape and harness the full potential of a multicloud environment powered by AI.

Key Takeaways:
-  Discover the driving forces behind the shift towards a multicloud strategy and what makes it compelling for organizations today.
-  Understand the challenges associated with implementing a multicloud strategy and how to effectively address them.
-  Learn how AI applications are influencing and shaping multicloud strategies.
-  Explore how F5's solutions can help you overcome the inherent challenges of multicloud environments.

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Driving AI Integration with Hybrid Multicloud Strategies

AI applications introduce unique challenges due to the dynamic nature of both inbound prompts and outbound responses. Traditional application security methods do not address the non-deterministic nature of AI interactions requiring new platforms. F5 AI Gateway provides the security, visibility and scalability needed to deploy and operate AI applications confidently.

Join our upcoming webinar to dive deeper into the features and benefits of the F5 AI Gateway. Our experts will provide detailed insights, showcasing how our solution can transform your approach to AI application security.
In this webinar, we’ll cover:
-  Comprehensive protection: Understand how F5 AI Gateway offers deep inspection of dynamic AI interactions to secure your applications effectively.
-  Scalability, visibility and reliability: Learn how the architecture of F5 AI Gateway ensures your AI applications can scale, perform and be iterated to perform and evolve reliably in any environment.
-  Extensible security: Software development kits (SDKs) readily enable modification or updating actions on prompts and response which enables compliance with organization or regulatory requirements and protect against evolving threats.

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What is an AI Gateway? And Why do I need one?

Join us for this week's episode of AI Friday, where we dive into the latest advancements and positive impacts of AI technology. 

In this episode, we focus on the positive side of Artificial IntelligenceI, discussing groundbreaking innovations and their potential to revolutionize various fields, such as healthcare. 

We highlight how AI is being used to tackle challenges like retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) in underserved communities, enhancing the efficiency of cancer treatments, and democratizing access to high-quality medical care. We also hit the latest news with the emergence of DeepSeek, Google's Gemini and the Stargate Program!

Our hosts from F5  bring you the latest news, including the release of Deep Seek and Gemini's prompt chaining capabilities. We explore the implications of the Stargate program and its potential to drive domestic AI innovation. 

Tune in to hear insightful discussions on how AI is shaping the future for the better, making advanced healthcare more accessible, and fostering innovation through competition. Don't forget to like and subscribe to stay updated with all things AI.

F5 'AI' Podcast Series - Episode 5 - DeepSeek, Gemini, Stargate Program & AI Innovations In HealthCare

Join industry experts from Red Hat and F5 in an insightful webinar focused on securely scaling generative AI workloads through the integration of Red Hat OpenShift AI and F5 Distributed Cloud API Security across the open hybrid cloud.

Discover how OpenShift AI offers a powerful, scalable MLOps platform for developing, training, and deploying AI models, while F5 Distributed Cloud provides advanced API security to protect your inference endpoints.

In this session, we will also delve into how F5's AI Factory approach facilitates the deployment of AI applications across hybrid and multicloud environments, ensuring they are secure, scalable, and reliable.

Key Learning Takeaways:
-  Understand how OpenShift AI enables scalable deployment of generative AI
-  Explore how F5 Distributed Cloud enhances security with features like API discovery, schema enforcement, and sensitive data redaction, demonstrated through a live demo.
-  Gain insights into F5's AI Factory approach and its effectiveness in supporting AI applications across various environments.

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Securing Model Serving in Red Hat OpenShift AI with F5 Distributed Cloud API Security

Join our exclusive webinar featuring an API penetration tester and an application security architect, who will provide insights from both attackers' and defenders' perspectives on API security. 

Our distinguished speakers include Corey J. Ball, author of 'Hacking APIs.'
Learn how to navigate the complex API threat landscape and secure your organization’s applications. With the combined expertise of F5 industry experts and Corey J. Ball, this fireside chat will offer a detailed overview of both offensive and defensive strategies. They will share practical strategies and tools to protect your APIs, making this session invaluable for those aiming to stay ahead of evolving threats.

Gain in-depth knowledge on API security with Corey J. Ball's expert analysis and practical advice. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a leading authority in the field and enhance your organization's API security posture.

In this webinar, we’ll cover:

-  A better understanding of the threats unknown and unprotected APIs poses
-  Insights into critical capabilities necessary to protect APIs from diverse vulnerabilities and attacks
-  Essential strategies and approaches for securing APIs

API Security Uncovered: Insights from Attackers & Defenders

In-Depth AI Insights This week, we bring you an in-depth discussion on the latest AI news and trends. Our topics include:
-  The evolving role of AI in coding and engineering, featuring insights on how AI can enhance or replace certain tasks performed by engineers.
-  A deep dive into red teaming against AI, including lessons from Microsoft's recent report on AI security testing.
-  An exploration of the future of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and how different approaches are being developed to achieve it.
-  The potential risks and challenges of AI in open-source projects and social engineering attacks.

Join our expert panel as they provide valuable perspectives on these crucial topics.

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Join F5 for an interactive webinar to dive into unlocking the potential of artificial intelligence using retrieval-augmented generation (RAG.) RAG is becoming a popular and cost-effective way to use proprietary corporate data to enhance the use of large language models (LLMs) to deliver timely, precise, and context-aware AI model outputs.

During this webinar hosted by F5, discover how F5 and NetApp's growing technology alliance partnership can enable your organization to turn NetApp-stored information into a strategic AI advantage.

Key Learning Objectives:
-  How to combine a pre-trained model with proprietary organizational data for more accurate and contextually aware responses
-  Explore how RAG incorporates organizational data to complement models and deliver better inference
-  Enabling high-performance data mobility and security for AI workloads anywhere with F5 and NetApp

Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore how RAG and the F5 and NetApp technology alliance partnership can revolutionize your AI deployments. Register now!

Secure and Expedite RAG AI Deployments with F5 and NetApp

The rapid evolution of application development, driven by modern development practices and the rise of AI-generated code and no-code platforms, is anticipated to result in the creation of a billion new logical applications by 2028, according to IDC forecasts. This marks a significant shift in how applications are developed, delivered, and managed, presenting both opportunities and challenges for organizations worldwide.

Join Pete Zavlaris, Sr. Product Marketing Manager at F5 NGINX One, and Michelle Ensey, Sr. Manager, Product Management at F5 NGINX One, as they host guest Jim Mercer, Program Vice President at IDC, for an insightful fireside chat webinar. Jim Mercer brings extensive experience in building teams, technology, and best practices to improve performance, security, and streamline app development.

In this session, we will delve into how leading organizations are successfully adapting their team structures, aligning resources, implementing best practices, and leveraging the latest cutting-edge technologies like F5 NGINX One to ensure consistent and secure app delivery across complex hybrid environments.

Key Learning Objectives:

-  Understand the forecasted growth in application development and its potential impact on your organization.
-  Learn best practices for structuring your teams and aligning resources to manage app delivery effectively.
-  Explore how F5 NGINX One can be utilized to ensure security and consistency in app delivery across hybrid environments.

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App-pocalypse Now: Surviving and Thriving in the Era of AI and No-Code

Beyond API Security: Why F5 AI Gateway is Essential for Protecting, Accelerating and Observing AI

As AI applications become increasingly integral to modern business operations, the unique security and delivery challenges they present cannot be overlooked. Join us for an in-depth webinar where we explore the complexities of AI security and delivery, and how F5 AI Gateway provides comprehensive solutions to these challenges. 
Learn about best practices for deployment, the importance of monitoring AI traffic, and the innovative security measures needed to protect AI models from threats such as prompt injection, model manipulation, and AI-powered attacks. 
Whether you're leveraging AI as a service or managing hybrid and multicloud environments, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge and tools to secure and accelerate your AI applications effectively.

Key Takeaways:
-   Learn why traditional API security measures are insufficient for AI models.
-  Discover how F5 AI Gateway offers unique capabilities to protect AI models and applications by addressing specific threats such as prompt injection, model manipulation, hallucinations, and AI-powered attacks.
-  Explore the importance of observing and logging AI traffic for legal and compliance purposes, and how traffic steering policies and controls can accelerate AI application performance while preventing volumetric attacks.
-  Learn how F5 AI Gateway supports hybrid, multicloud deployments and integrates seamlessly with existing F5 solutions.

AI Under Attack: F5 AI Gateway Solves Unique Security Challenges

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Welcome to an exciting episode 6 of AI Friday! We dive deep into the fascinating intersection of artificial intelligence and science fiction. Join our hosts as they explore how iconic sci-fi films and literature have influenced the development and public perception of AI over the decades. From the classic robots of "Metropolis" to the emergent intelligences in "Westworld" and "Ex Machina," we discuss the stories that have shaped our understanding of AI and what they might mean for the future.

We also cover the latest AI news, including a look at DeepSeek’s recent developments and OpenAI's new releases.

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