Observed Signal · Sep 21, 2026 · Market Signal · Source: Fastly · Impact: 4/5

Fastly Launches AI Firewall and AI Runtime Control to Secure and Scale AI

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Fastly announced the launch of AI Firewall and AI Runtime Control, aimed at securing and scaling AI applications. This is a new product launch, indicating a strategic expansion into AI security.

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Primary Reporting: Fastly•Published: Sep 21, 2026

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