Xano Receives ISO 42001 Certification: Q&A with CSO Jacques Antikadjian

We're thrilled to announce that Xano has officially received ISO 42001 certification, making us one of the first low-code/no-code platforms to achieve this international standard for AI management systems. 

As the use of generative AI surges, many companies are unknowingly exposing themselves to significant risks, from data leakage and privacy violations to compliance failures, simply because they lack proper AI governance frameworks. There is pressure in the market to integrate AI tools without fully understanding the potential consequences or implementing adequate safeguards. 

As AI capabilities expand across our platform, we recognize that maintaining the highest levels of security, governance, and ethical responsibility isn't just a competitive advantage, it's an essential protection for our enterprise customers who need to responsibly harness AI's power while mitigating these often-overlooked risks.

In this Q&A, Xano’s Co-Founder and Chief Security Officer, Jacques Antikadjian, discusses what this certification means and why responsible AI governance is a competitive advantage for both Xano and our customers.

Q: What is ISO 42001, and why does it matter?

ISO 42001 is the first international standard for Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS). It was developed by the ISO community at the request of the European Union to help organizations govern their AI systems responsibly.

It's modeled after other ISO standards, such as ISO 27001 (for security), ISO 27701 (for privacy), and ISO 9001 (for quality). Xano is one of the first low-code/no-code development platforms to pursue this certification, demonstrating leadership in the responsible, ethical, and well-governed adoption of AI.

Q: Who benefits most from this certification?

This certification is especially valuable for enterprise-grade organizations, particularly those that prioritize compliance, governance, and risk mitigation.

It helps companies align with evolving regulations, such as the EU AI Act, and demonstrates that Xano’s AI tools are responsibly governed. For large teams and regulated industries, having an auditable, standards-based AI framework builds trust and reduces operational risk.

Q: What controls has Xano implemented to ensure AI safety?

Xano integrates AI assistants using Google’s Gemini model. While Xano doesn’t have access to the internal workings of the LLM itself, the team conducts rigorous testing of inputs and outputs.

Weekly automated dashboards simulate prompt injections and run security checks to make sure the AI stays within its guardrails. For example, prompts that attempt to extract sensitive SQL or unauthorized data will trigger a refusal response from the assistant.

Each assistant undergoes foundational testing, security testing, validation/verification, and ongoing monitoring. This process ensures Xano’s AI tools are safe, reliable, and compliant, even as new risks emerge.

Q: Why is this a differentiator?

Most vendors are rushing to add AI to their products without properly considering security, compliance, or governance. That puts customers, especially enterprises, at risk.

With ISO 42001, Xano can prove that its AI systems are responsibly implemented, governed, and monitored. For enterprise buyers, every vendor and subprocess must be vetted. Xano stands out by eliminating that risk.

This makes Xano more than just a backend-as-a-service platform. It’s a trusted partner that actively reduces risk in customers’ tech stacks — a critical consideration in today’s AI-driven environment.