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Snowflake launches Openflow to speed AI data integration
Data Analytics

Snowflake launches Openflow to speed AI data integration

Snowflake launches Openflow, a service enabling rapid, seamless data integration to accelerate AI initiatives across diverse enterprise ecosystems.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 6 min read • Wed, 4th Jun 2025
Proofpoint acquires Nuclei to boost AI workplace compliance tools
Unified Communications

Proofpoint acquires Nuclei to boost AI workplace compliance tools

Proofpoint has acquired Nuclei, boosting its compliance archiving with AI-driven tools for data capture and analysis across major collaboration platforms.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2025
Proofpoint to acquire Hornetsecurity to boost M365 security
Data Protection

Proofpoint to acquire Hornetsecurity to boost M365 security

Proofpoint is set to acquire Hornetsecurity, boosting M365 security offerings for MSPs and SMBs globally, with the deal closing in H2 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 19th May 2025
Proofpoint to acquire Hornetsecurity to boost MSP security reach
Data Protection

Proofpoint to acquire Hornetsecurity to boost MSP security reach

Proofpoint has agreed to acquire Hornetsecurity, boosting its AI-driven Microsoft 365 security services for MSPs and SMBs globally by 2025.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 19th May 2025
North Korean hackers step up phishing attacks on Ukraine government
Malware

North Korean hackers step up phishing attacks on Ukraine government

North Korean hackers have intensified phishing attacks on Ukrainian government bodies to gather strategic intelligence on the Russian invasion, Proofpoint reports.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 14th May 2025
Proofpoint unveils AI-powered governance tools for compliance
Data Protection

Proofpoint unveils AI-powered governance tools for compliance

Proofpoint launches AI-powered communications governance solution on AWS, enhancing compliance and archiving for financial firms amid complex regulations.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 13th May 2025
Lionfish launches Aquarium AI for instant market insights
Data Analytics

Lionfish launches Aquarium AI for instant market insights

Lionfish launches Aquarium, an AI-driven platform delivering real-time competitive intelligence to boost business insights globally and speed up market analysis.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025
Proofpoint unveils unified AI data security platform for enterprises
Data Protection

Proofpoint unveils unified AI data security platform for enterprises

Proofpoint has unveiled a unified data security platform combining DLP, DSPM and insider threat management to tackle growing data risks across cloud and AI services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Proofpoint launches unified cybersecurity solution to cut costs
Unified Communications

Proofpoint launches unified cybersecurity solution to cut costs

Proofpoint has launched Proofpoint Prime Threat Protection, uniting multichannel cyberdefence and employee education to cut costs and cyber risks globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Proofpoint unveils unified platforms to combat data & cyber risks
Data Protection

Proofpoint unveils unified platforms to combat data & cyber risks

Proofpoint launches two new cybersecurity platforms aimed at unifying threat protection and data security across multiple channels and environments.

By Moritz Florian • 5 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Expel expands MDR platform to boost email threat detection
Software-as-a-Service

Expel expands MDR platform to boost email threat detection

Expel expands its managed detection and response service to tackle email threats, integrating with Proofpoint, Abnormal Security, and Sublime Security.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Exclusive: How Proofpoint's partnership with Microsoft is enhancing security
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Exclusive: How Proofpoint's partnership with Microsoft is enhancing security

Proofpoint has partnered with Microsoft to enhance cybersecurity for shared customers, focusing on economic value and addressing generative AI threats.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Proofpoint & Microsoft expand collaboration on security AI
Data Protection

Proofpoint & Microsoft expand collaboration on security AI

Proofpoint has broadened its partnership with Microsoft, leveraging Azure's AI capabilities to bolster global threat and data protection services.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Mar 2025
UAE cyberattack exposes new Sosano malware by Proofpoint
Malware

UAE cyberattack exposes new Sosano malware by Proofpoint

Researchers from Proofpoint have revealed a sophisticated email-based cyberattack targeting key organisations in the UAE, employing stealthy malware called Sosano.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Mar 2025
Rise in cyberattacks using legitimate RMM tools noted
Malware

Rise in cyberattacks using legitimate RMM tools noted

Proofpoint researchers have reported a surge in cybercriminals using remote monitoring tools like ScreenConnect in email attacks, marking a shift in tactics post-2024.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2025
Proofpoint leads in 2025 Gartner email security rankings
Data Protection

Proofpoint leads in 2025 Gartner email security rankings

Proofpoint has been named the top performer in four out of five Use Cases in the 2025 Gartner Critical Capabilities Report for Email Security Platforms.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Responsibility declines as attacks continue: UK cybersecurity survey
Software-as-a-Service

Responsibility declines as attacks continue: UK cybersecurity survey

Only 27% of UK boards now have cybersecurity responsibility, down from 38% in 2021, amid rising phishing attacks threatening businesses nationwide.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025