Kraken parent Payward joins Anthropic's AI security initiative

Payward intends to integrate Mythos 5 into its operational systems to proactively detect security flaws before they can be exploited by malicious actors. This move is significant as AI is increasingly used by attackers to find vulnerabilities and automate cyberattacks, making defensive measures crucial for crypto companies.

Through Project Glasswing, Payward will also disclose any vulnerabilities discovered in third-party open-source software to the respective project maintainers. This collaborative approach aims to benefit the broader cryptocurrency ecosystem by improving the security of foundational software components. Anthropic launched Project Glasswing in April, initially providing access to organizations involved in critical infrastructure and defense, and has since expanded to include major technology and financial institutions.

Arjun Sethi, co-CEO of Payward, highlighted the inherent asymmetry in cybersecurity, where attackers need only find one flaw while defenders must secure all of them. He stated that frontier AI represents a significant shift in this dynamic, potentially leveling the playing field. Anthropic plans to broaden access to its Mythos-class cybersecurity capabilities as safeguards are developed.