Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky is officially sounding the alarm on a rapidly growing corporate threat known as shadow AI. This emerging crisis happens when employees use unapproved generative AI tools to do their daily work. Key TakeawaysShadow AI risks are surging: Employees are increasingly using unauthorized AI tools, bypassing IT security and leaking sensitive business data. Shadow AI is essentially the unauthorized use of artificial intelligence tools by everyday employees. Kaspersky Launches the AI Protect PlatformIn response to this crisis, Kaspersky is introducing its highly anticipated AI Protect platform.