F5 has introduced a powerful AI-driven assistant designed to streamline operations for network, security, and development teams operating within hybrid and multicloud environments. Built into its flagship Application Delivery and Security Platform, the assistant leverages a natural language interface to simplify configuration tasks and elevate workflow efficiency.

A highlight of the release is the assistant’s ability to generate iRules code—scripts used in BIG‑IP, NGINX One, and Distributed Cloud Services—to manage traffic behavior, enforce security policies, and optimize routing. Traditionally requiring specialized scripting knowledge, these tasks can now be initiated with concise natural language prompts, cutting deployment time from days to minutes.

The AI assistant also supports incident response and security operations teams by offering tailored recommendations, summarizing threats, and automating repetitive manual tasks. According to F5, this innovation addresses regulatory-complexity in application environments and significantly lightens the operational burden on stretched IT teams.

In addition to the assistant, F5 has bolstered the platform’s security capabilities with enhancements to its AI Gateway. These updates introduce real-time data leakage detection and prevention—powered by LeakSignal technology acquired earlier this year—allowing organizations to inspect encrypted traffic, redact sensitive content, and enforce compliance policies.

F5’s Chief Innovation Officer, Kunal Anand, emphasized that the integration of AI is key to reducing manual toil—such as tuning configurations and reviewing logs—while enabling high agility in complex deployments. He added that downstream automation empowers teams to shift focus from routine execution to strategic efforts.

The AI assistant with iRules code generation is now available to F5’s partners and customers, while the upgraded data leakage and security features will be launched later this quarter, reinforcing F5’s position as a leader in intelligent, AI-enabled application delivery and protection.