The text emphasizes the crucial link between AI and APIs, focusing on the full-lifecycle approach to API security. Modern enterprises increasingly depend on APIs, leading to a significant increase in API usage, necessitating comprehensive security measures. A single-action approach is insufficient; instead, organizations require a continuous, integrated security process throughout the API lifecycle. The "Shift Left" testing during development must be combined with "Shift Right" runtime protection and observability for effective security. The report highlights that security strategies must span from API design to runtime analytics. Salt Security’s platform is presented as a solution offering a unified view across all stages. This includes proactive measures, like Posture Governance for identifying and fixing vulnerabilities early in the lifecycle. The text also highlights Salt Security's runtime defense, with cloud data lakes and AI/ML for detecting sophisticated threats. The report emphasizes that holistic API protection is essential in today's evolving landscape. The text encourages readers to download the report and explore a personalized API Attack Surface Assessment.