GartnerÂŪ Emerging Market Quadrant for AI Application Security
In its evaluation of the F5 AI Security Platform, Gartner recognized F5 as one of the only two Market Shapers in its inaugural Emerging Market Quadrant (eMQ) for AI Application Security as of September 2026.
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F5 was named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide WAAP Platforms 2026 Vendor Assessment
Download an excerpt of the IDC MarketScape with the F5 vendor profile today, to learn why we have been named a Leader.
F5 named a leader in WAAP
With perfect scores in security efficacy and false positive avoidance, SecureIQLab recognizes F5's leadership in WAAP.
Application Delivery Controller Opportunities in the Age of AI
When AI traffic and AI threats arrive through the same front door, application delivery and security can no longer live on separate platforms. Protecting AI workloads demands both in one.
2026 GartnerÂŪ Market Guide for Cloud Web Application and API Protection
The cloud WAAP market continues to evolve as organizations seek more advanced and adaptive protection for modern applications. This evolution is accelerated by growing interest in API-based architectures, increased deployment of AI applications, and the overall complexity of already distributed environments.
2025 GigaOm Radar for Application and API Security Report
Get the report to find out why GigaOm chose F5 as a Leader and a Fast Mover in app and API security, and why they highlighted F5's focus on optimizing and protecting applications across diverse customer environments with unmatched flexibility while remaining at the forefront of security innovation.
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Plus, defend against a wide range of threats to web apps and APIs, including exploits, automated attacks, denial of service, and fraud.
Access the F5 Application Delivery and Security Platform (ADSP) through any of our buying programs, including term subscriptions, the Flex Consumption Program (FCP), and perpetual licensing. Contact F5 Sales to learn more.
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