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CISOs are being advised to move beyond rigid, static policies and adopt adaptive, business-aligned AI governance frameworks. Effective AI governance requires real-time understanding of AI usage, flexible policies, and sustainable controls that enable innovation while managing risk. The SANS Institute highlights practical mechanisms such as AI Bills of Materials, model registries, and cross-functional committees to support secure AI adoption at scale.
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