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The Non-Human & AI Identity Journal – Edition 56

Welcome to the latest edition of our Non-Human & AI Identity Journal, where we cover:

• What is the NHI Mgmt Group up to?
• The Non-Human & AI Identity Podcast
• Our pick from our Non-Human & AI Identity Forum
• Recent Breaches and Security Incidents
• Upcoming Events, Webinars, Industry Announcements
• NHI Foundation Level Course
• Planning an NHI Program in 2026
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⭐ What’s Happening at the NHI Mgmt Group

Identiverse 2026 – Non-Human & AI Identity Summit & Pavilion (2026-06-15) — Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas

We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Identiverse for the groundbreaking Non-Human & AI Identity Summit and Pavilion, taking place from June 15-18, 2026, at Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas. Our team will be leading discussions and workshops, providing a unique platform for NHI and machine identity professionals to explore the latest advancements and challenges in the field. This event is a must-attend for anyone passionate about shaping the future of identity management in an increasingly AI-driven world.

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🎙 The Non-Human & AI Identity Podcast

Mr. NHI’s Human Identity in the Hot Seat

Mike Schwartz CEO and Founder of Gluu, Mike tackles 10 rapid-fire questions on Non-Human Identity (NHI) security, addressing Identity and Access Management (IAM), cybersecurity governance, and the crucial blind spots organizations can no longer afford to ignore. From discussing the separation of Agentic AI identities to questioning whether organizations prioritize speed over security, Mike provides insights into the evolving landscape of identity management. Watch the episode here.

Catch up on previous episodes here and join the conversation shaping the future of NHI security.

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🚨 Recent NHI & Identity Security Breaches

Google API Keys Exposure: Gemini AI Turns Public Keys into Data Leak Risk

Google API keys embedded in client-side code were exposed in February 2026, compromising sensitive data linked to the Gemini AI assistant. Nearly 3,000 keys, including some from Google, were found, revealing a critical vulnerability as these keys acted as authentication credentials, allowing unauthorized data access. This incident highlights the necessity for robust key management and security protocols, especially as new technologies redefine the sensitivity of machine identities and credentials. Security professionals must reevaluate how API keys are managed and protected to prevent similar exposures.

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💬 NHI & AI Identity Forum

Our suggested reading for this week from our forum — with over 2,700 articles about NHIs, including Agentic AI.

Mastering Enterprise AI Security with Unified Secrets Management — Akeyless
Closing Identity Blind Spots: Unochariot for Hard-to-Reach Security Controls — Unosecur
Top AI Agent Authentication Methods: Secure Practices Explained — Entro Security
AI Agents in Production: Understanding the Governance Illusion — Token Security
Identity Governance and AI Security: Why Identity Governance Is the First Step to Safe AI Adoption — Clarity Security
Uncovering LLM-Generated Password Patterns: A Deep Dive — GitGuardian
Securing Agentic AI: Best Practices for Identity & Access Management — Andromeda Security
What does infrastructure identity leadership mean for security teams? — Teleport
How should teams balance agility and identity security in AI-driven environments? — SailPoint
Unlocking Snowflake AI: Query Everything with Cortex Agents — P0 Security
How should teams govern zombie AI agents before access goes stale? — Saviynt
Fix Your AI Agent Inventory: Discover Hidden Agents Today — Astrix Security
Oracle RMC or SafePaaS for controls and evidence? — SafePaaS
How should teams respond when AI finds vulnerabilities faster than defenders? — Silverfort
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🏴 Latest Industry Announcements

Grip Security — Unlocking AI + SaaS Security: Grip Security + Cyera’s Identity Integration
Cyera — Unlocking Control: Cyera’s Agent Graph for Securing AI Agents
CrowdStrike — CrowdStrike Launches Project QuiltWorks to Tackle AI-Driven Cybersecurity Risks
Ping Identity — Secure Agent Traffic with Ping Identity’s Google Cloud Gateway
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📅 Upcoming Events & Webinars

Conference

IdentityTV 2026 on May 19: what should identity teams expect?

By SailPoint

Conference

What should teams focus on at OWASP AppSec Days France 2026?

By GitGuardian

Webinar

Live insights briefing: AI agent identity risk – June 4

By Akeyless

Webinar

Cloud Identity Governance for the AI Era: Enforcing Least Privilege at Scale

By Saviynt

Webinar

Governance in motion lab on June 9: what changes for IAM and GRC?

By Pathlock

Webinar

Inside AI Guardian Webinar: How to Secure the Next Generation of AI Systems

By Cyera

Webinar

Protect Your Workforce: 3 Key Strategies Against Identity Threats

By Ping Identity

Webinar

Master AI Governance in AWS: Secure Bedrock Workloads Now

By Sonrai Security

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🎓 Training & Certification

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📅 Are you planning a NHI Program in 2026 including Agentic AI?

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