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Purpose Declaration & Redaction Template (Sample)Mercury Security | 2025 Purpose Declaration (Fill-in Example) “Our AI system [system name] is deployed for [intended use]. It is not intended for [out-of-scope use]. Escalation to a human agent occurs when [criteria].” Redaction Policy Table (Sample Structure) Data Type Redaction Method Notes Name Mask (initials) Only if strictly required […]

This is a governance artifact to share with clients or regulators to demonstrate how AI-related incidents will be managed. Incident & Escalation Playbook for AI Systems Mercury Security | 2025 Introduction AI incidents—such as unsafe outputs, system failures, or compliance breaches—require structured response processes. Without predefined playbooks, organizations risk delayed responses, unclear accountability, and increased […]

Framework Crosswalk Brief (PDF-style Word draft) Title: Aligning AI Governance Frameworks: A Practical CrosswalkMercury Security | 2025 Introduction Organizations face overlapping requirements when deploying AI systems. The EU AI Act, NIST AI Risk Management Framework, GDPR, and ISO/IEC 42001 all prescribe governance obligations, but in different language. Without a crosswalk, teams duplicate effort or miss […]

AI Agents & Systems — Audit Criteria v1.0 Mercury Security Whitepaper | 2025 Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) agents are increasingly used in enterprise environments for customer service, internal knowledge retrieval, workflow automation, and even social media management. As adoption accelerates, so do concerns about compliance, governance, and security. Poorly controlled AI deployments can lead to […]

Executive Summary This white paper explores how human-in-the-loop oversight, required under GDPR Article 22, is emerging as a decisive factor for both compliance and competitiveness in the European banking sector. Drawing on published research analyzing AI governance in European banks (Goswami, 2025) and collaborative efforts between banks and cloud providers to develop common oversight standards […]

Governance practices rooted in credible frameworks and implemented through rapid audit-to-governance loops create the trust signals that buyers and regulators now demand. By adopting a minimum viable governance approach, companies can demonstrate readiness within four weeks, reduce sales friction, and position AI as a driver of revenue rather than a source of risk.

Cybersecurity misstatements are now securities law violations.

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In July 2025, the U.S. passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act as part of a federal reconciliation package. The original version included a shocking provision...

1. Introduction The 2023 National Cybersecurity Strategy Implementation Plan (NCSIP) marks a turning point in how the United States approaches digital defense. Rather than laying out vague promises, it provides a structured, actionable roadmap aligned with the National Cybersecurity Strategy (NCS). With clear goals, timelines, and shared responsibilities across federal agencies, the plan centers public-private […]