TLDR: A recent UpGuard report reveals over 80% of employees, especially in healthcare and finance, use unapproved AI tools, with many trusting AI more than colleagues. Executives lead in usage, raising security concerns, as understanding AI risks correlates with increased unauthorized tool usage. Less than half of employees are aware of company AI policies, despite many recognizing data sharing issues.
https://www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/shadow-ai-employee-trust-upguard/805280/
