AI agents are increasingly adopted in organizations for tasks like automation and decision-making, posing security challenges due to their need for secure, monitored access to internal systems. They operate independently, often bypassing existing security measures, which can create vulnerabilities. Traditional security tools, designed for human users, struggle to manage AI agent access effectively. 1Password's Extended Access Management offers solutions for securing AI agent credentials, ensuring compliance, visibility, and risk reduction, enabling organizations to harness AI's potential safely.

https://blog.1password.com/extended-access-management-for-ai-agents/

1Password Extended Access Management launched last year, transforming productivity and cybersecurity with AI tools. Traditional identity and access management methods are failing to keep up, widening security gaps. Key innovations include SDK for AI, device compliance, app launcher, access governance, and a unified admin hub, addressing modern security issues. Features focus on passwordless solutions, secure AI access, device validation, compliance, and shadow IT management. The platform enhances access management significantly, emphasizing safety amidst rising AI prevalence. Request a demo to explore its capabilities.

https://blog.1password.com/extended-access-management-how-productivity-ai-are-changing-how-we-approach-cybersecurity/

AI agents are evolving to handle complex tasks, necessitating enhanced security measures. Traditional access controls are inadequate, leading to unsafe workarounds like hardcoding credentials. 1Password Service Accounts and SDKs offer a secure solution for managing AI agent access to sensitive information, allowing scoped, runtime access without compromising security. Key benefits include scoped access, audit logs, and dynamic secret rotation. This model can be applied to various workflows, ensuring AI agents operate securely. Resources for implementation are available to help developers start building secure AI-integrated workflows.

https://blog.1password.com/service-accounts-sdks-agentic-ai/

1Password SDKs now enable full programmatic management of items (create, read, update, delete) to enhance secure access for teams. This release supports automation for onboarding, secret management, and CI/CD workflows while safeguarding end-to-end encryption. Developers can create applications for sharing links, attaching files, and centralizing sensitive data. Future updates will include managing vaults and permissions. Users can explore SDKs on the 1Password Developer Portal and GitHub, connecting with the community for collaboration and support.

https://blog.1password.com/1password-sdks-programmatic-item-management/

1Password introduces usability updates: set expiry dates for items, assign locations for easier access, and receive autosave prompts even while locked. New features include SSH bookmarks for quick access, smoother data imports from other apps, and improved support resources. 1Password aims to simplify and secure personal and professional data across all platforms. Users can try a free trial to explore these enhancements.

https://blog.1password.com/1password-q1-2025-usability-updates/