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Veriam launches all-in-one platform for identity and access
Yesterday
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saas
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physical security
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rpa
Veriam has unveiled an innovative platform to streamline identity management, access, subscriptions, and contracting for online service providers, simplifying B2B operations.
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Quest launches AI tools to simplify IT migration processes
Yesterday
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migration
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cybersecurity
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ai agents
Quest Software has launched innovative AI-powered tools to streamline Active Directory and device migrations, aimed at reducing downtime for IT teams.
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Pangea unveils AI security tools to combat growing threats
Yesterday
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
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ai security
Pangea has launched AI Guard and Prompt Guard, a suite of security tools aimed at protecting AI applications from threats like data leaks and prompt injection.
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Tenable warns of data risks from new AI model DeepSeek
Yesterday
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malware
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risk & compliance
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llms
Tenable warns that the open-source AI model DeepSeek poses significant data exposure risks, echoing concerns over its potential misuse by cybercriminals.
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Verkada secures $200m funding to enhance market presence
Yesterday
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
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ai
Verkada has secured $200 million in Series E funding, boosting its valuation to $4.5 billion, to enhance its AI-driven security solutions.
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Kaspersky enhances cloud workload security with update
Yesterday
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endpoint protection
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hybrid cloud
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advanced persistent threat protection
Kaspersky has unveiled a substantial upgrade to its Cloud Workload Security, enhancing forensic capabilities and boosting security for organisations amid rising cloud adoption.
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Senetas sells Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5m
Yesterday
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Senetas has sold its subsidiary Votiro to Menlo Security for USD $37.5 million, a strategic move expected to enhance its position in the cybersecurity market.
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Rippling partners with Innovation Bay for global expansion
Yesterday
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supply chain & logistics
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agritech
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workforce management
Rippling and Innovation Bay have teamed up to aid Australian startups in workforce management, easing their path to global expansion amidst operational challenges.
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Gallagher & ADT mark 25 years of trusted partnership
Yesterday
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physical security
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collaboration
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adt
Gallagher Security and ADT celebrate a quarter-century of partnership, showcasing their successful collaboration in the Australian security sector.
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Fortinet upgrades FortiAnalyzer for enhanced cyber defence
Yesterday
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firewalls
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Fortinet has unveiled major updates to its FortiAnalyzer platform, aiming to bolster security operations for midsize enterprises facing a cybersecurity skills gap.
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Businesses face growing threat from deepfake scams, Forrester warns
Yesterday
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breach prevention
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ai
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cybersecurity
A Forrester Research report reveals that the rise of deepfake technology poses significant risks for businesses, with scams costing firms millions.
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Nozomi Networks named leader in CPS protection by Gartner
Yesterday
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iot security
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iot
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advanced persistent threat protection
Nozomi Networks has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for CPS Protection Platforms, underscoring its prominence in cyber-physical systems security.
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Palo Alto Networks unveils innovative Cortex Cloud solution
Yesterday
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firewalls
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cloud security
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application security
Palo Alto Networks has launched Cortex Cloud, a cloud security solution that enhances threat prevention and response amid rising cyber threats.
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Kaspersky blocks over 893 million phishing attempts in 2024
Yesterday
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malware
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
In 2024, Kaspersky blocked over 893 million phishing attempts, a 26% rise from 2023, as cybercriminals exploited trusted brand names to deceive users.
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Talent awarded Great Place To Work certification for 2025
Yesterday
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hcm
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recruitment
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workplace culture
Talent has received the prestigious Great Place To Work certification for 2025, highlighting a remarkable 94% employee engagement rate, far surpassing the Australian average.
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QuSecure raises USD $28 million to boost quantum security
Yesterday
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quantum computing
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cybersecurity
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government
QuSecure has successfully raised USD $28 million in a Series A funding round aimed at bolstering its post-quantum cryptography solutions and client expansion.
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Norton launches AI-powered scam protection globally
Yesterday
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phishing
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physical security
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email security
Norton has unveiled its AI-powered Genie Scam Protection, enhancing its Cyber Safety products to tackle the surge in scams, now accounting for 90% of cyberthreats.
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KnowBe4 honoured in CRN's 2025 Security 100 list for HRM+
Yesterday
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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knowbe4
KnowBe4 has made CRN's prestigious Security 100 list, recognising its AI-driven approach in enhancing cybersecurity through effective human risk management.
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Aryaka unveils AI-driven observability in SASE update
Yesterday
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
Aryaka has unveiled AI>Observe within its Unified SASE Service, enhancing network performance visibility and threat detection with advanced AI capabilities.
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LockBit takedown reshapes ransomware threat landscape
2 days ago
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
Secureworks' Counter Threat Unit reveals a marked shift in the ransomware landscape, with LockBit's influence waning amidst coordinated law enforcement efforts.