IBM has unveiled new software capabilities that integrate AI security and governance, claiming the industry's first unified solution to manage the risks of agentic AI.

The enhancements merge IBM's watsonx.governance platform-which supports oversight, transparency, and lifecycle management of AI systems-with Guardium AI Security, a tool built to protect AI models, data, and operational usage.

By unifying these tools, IBM's solution offers enterprises the ability to oversee both governance and security across AI deployments from a single interface. It also supports compliance with 12 major frameworks, including the EU AI Act and ISO 42001.

The launch aims to address growing concerns around AI safety, regulation, and accountability as businesses scale AI-driven operations.