Snyk, a global leader in developer-first security, has announced its membership in the Coalition for Secure AI (CoSAI), a collaborative initiative focused on mitigating cybersecurity risks in the AI era. Through this partnership, Snyk strengthens its commitment to secure-by-design software development and joins a growing network of organizations dedicated to promoting the safe advancement of artificial intelligence.As the adoption of AI accelerates across industries, the security landscape is rapidly evolving. Snyk’s participation in CoSAI signals a proactive stance on establishing security and governance as foundational pillars of AI innovation—not optional add-ons
Leading the Way in AI-Native Developer Security
1. AI-Driven Innovation with Built-In Security
- Snyk’s AI-native platform is built to secure modern software development, including AI-powered and agentic systems.
- By integrating security across the development lifecycle, Snyk empowers developers to:
- Identify vulnerabilities early in the pipeline
- Maintain compliance with emerging AI regulations
- Accelerate time to market without compromising safety
2. Secure-by-Design Principles for AI Systems
- Snyk promotes a “shift left” approach, embedding security from code to production.
- Its platform helps create resilient systems where:
- AI models are governed responsibly
- Software supply chains are secured
- Threat detection and mitigation are continuous
3. Commitment to Industry Standards via CoSAI
- Hosted by OASIS Open, CoSAI is a collaborative open-source initiative.
- The coalition’s workstreams focus on:
- Securing AI software supply chains
- Preparing defenders for AI-driven threats
- Establishing AI risk governance frameworks
Peter McKay, CEO of Snyk, emphasized the company’s vision:
“AI is transforming how we build and deploy software, and with that comes a new set of security responsibilities. At Snyk, we believe security must be an integral part of the AI development lifecycle, not an afterthought.”
Empowering Developers to Secure AI at Scale
Snyk’s expertise in developer-first security positions it as a key contributor to CoSAI’s mission. With real-world experience securing cloud-native, open-source, and AI-based applications, Snyk will help shape tools and standards to ensure that the next generation of AI technologies are secure, trustworthy, and accountable.
CoSAI co-chair Omar Santos stated:
“Snyk brings deep expertise in developer-first security and will be instrumental in helping us build practical open frameworks and tools to enable organizations to secure AI at scale.”
As AI becomes central to modern software delivery, security can no longer lag behind innovation. Snyk’s partnership with the Coalition for Secure AI marks a decisive step toward building a safer, standards-driven future for AI development. By aligning with industry leaders and open-source advocates, Snyk continues to ensure that security remains a shared responsibility and a catalyst—not a constraint—for AI progress.
