How AI agent Big Sleep became Google’s secret cyber watchdog

Googles AI agent Big Sleep has blocked a cyber exploit before hackers could use it, marking a first for proactive artificial intelligence in digital security. CEO Sundar Pichai confirmed the breakthrough, saying the tool stopped an imminent attack targeting SQLite. Built by DeepMind and Project Zero, Big Sleep now protects Googles systems and open-source software. The company says this success points to a future where AI hunts threats before they hit, freeing human experts to tackle tougher risks.