WatchGuard Expands AI-Powered Security Platform with New Rai…

Event summary

WatchGuard unveiled major innovations across its Unified Security Platform® at its annual IMPACT North America conference on October 5, 2026.
New Rai capabilities include Hey Rai, Rai Analyst, Rai Auditor, and Rai Customer Success, expanding AI-driven security operations for MSPs.
WatchGuard introduced the Firebox T175 firewall, Prime Security Suite (PSS), and Network Management for enhanced network security.
The company expanded shadow AI discovery with a Network Shadow AI dashboard and introduced the WatchGuard Access App for streamlined secure access.
New innovations will become available beginning in October 2026 through the WatchGuard Unified Security Platform®.

The big picture

WatchGuard's announcements reflect the broader industry shift towards AI-driven security operations and unified platforms. As cybersecurity complexity grows, the company's focus on integrating AI, network security, and secure access aims to help MSPs operate more efficiently and defend customers more effectively. The strategic move challenges the notion of firewalls becoming obsolete, positioning them as intelligent security layers within a unified platform.

What we're watching

AI Integration: How WatchGuard's AI-native integrated platforms will affect MSPs' operational efficiency and security effectiveness.
Firewall Relevance: Whether WatchGuard's firewall innovations can sustain the evolving role of firewalls in modern cybersecurity architectures.
Secure Access: The pace at which WatchGuard's unified secure access approach will be adopted by MSPs and their customers.