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Is Shadow AI Worse Than Shadow IT?

Is Shadow AI Worse Than Shadow IT?

Update: 2025-12-12
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This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/is-shadow-ai-worse-than-shadow-it.

Shadow IT was just the first of the hidden threats; now shadow AI has upped the ante. But which is worse — and how can you defend against them?

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An extension of shadow IT, shadow AI involves employees using non-approved AI technology. Security teams can reduce shadow AI exposure by building a clear AI governance framework, provide approved AI tools, and more.

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