Explore the challenges and solutions for securing modern API-driven applications in this 23-minute talk by Dan Gordon, Director of Technical Evangelism at Traceable AI. Delve into how micro-services, cloud-native architectures, and API-driven applications have transformed business innovation and security requirements. Learn why traditional external observation methods are no longer sufficient for API security, and discover the importance of gaining deeper knowledge about applications and their users. Understand the scale of API attacks and why APIs are attractive targets for attackers. Examine various attempts to solve API security challenges and the potential risks they may inadvertently introduce. Gain insights into how application security must evolve to meet modern demands, emphasizing the need for full application context in security measures. Consider the specific needs of development teams in implementing effective API security strategies.