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Okta, NCC Group partner for enhanced CIAM & cyber security
Data Protection

Okta, NCC Group partner for enhanced CIAM & cyber security

Okta and NCC Group have partnered to enhance customer identity and access management, combining cybersecurity expertise with adaptive multi-factor authentication.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2025
Vectra AI appoints Chua Hock Leng to lead APJ region growth
Digital Transformation

Vectra AI appoints Chua Hock Leng to lead APJ region growth

Vectra AI has appointed Chua Hock Leng as Vice President and General Manager for APJ, driving growth and advanced threat detection in the region's cybersecurity market.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2025
Netskope One DSPM now available via AI Agents on AWS Marketplace
Data Protection

Netskope One DSPM now available via AI Agents on AWS Marketplace

Netskope One DSPM is now available via AWS Marketplace's AI Agents category, enabling streamlined data security deployment for AI and cloud users.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2025
F5 enhances AI data protection with real-time leak detection tools
Data Protection

F5 enhances AI data protection with real-time leak detection tools

F5 launches real-time data leak detection tools to protect sensitive info and curb shadow AI risks across hybrid and multicloud environments.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2025
Fortinet named SASE leader by Gartner, eyes USD $28.5 billion market
Firewalls

Fortinet named SASE leader by Gartner, eyes USD $28.5 billion market

Fortinet has been named a Leader in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for SASE Platforms, targeting a USD $28.5 billion market with its unified security solutions.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025
Mobile app breaches cost firms USD $7 million despite confidence
DevOps

Mobile app breaches cost firms USD $7 million despite confidence

Despite 93% confidence in defences, 62% of firms faced mobile app breaches costing an average of USD $6.9 million in 2025, says Guardsquare study.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025
Ransomware, AI & vendor risks drive billions in 2025 breaches
Ransomware

Ransomware, AI & vendor risks drive billions in 2025 breaches

Ransomware, AI-powered attacks and vendor risks drive billions in cyber breach costs in 2025, with retail the hardest hit sector globally.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025
Netpoleon partners with FireMon to expand security solutions in ANZ
Firewalls

Netpoleon partners with FireMon to expand security solutions in ANZ

Netpoleon partners with FireMon to offer advanced network security policy management solutions to enterprises and resellers across Australia and New Zealand.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025
The risks of using AI in the software development pipeline
Application Security

The risks of using AI in the software development pipeline

AI tools boost software development speed, but security flaws in code pose serious risks to organisations, urging leaders to manage AI use carefully.

By Pieter Danhieux • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025
Netskope named Leader in Gartner SASE Magic Quadrant again
Data Protection

Netskope named Leader in Gartner SASE Magic Quadrant again

Netskope is named Leader again in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Secure Access Service Edge, reflecting its vision and strong execution in cybersecurity.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025
DigiCert opens registration for World Quantum Readiness Day 2025
Encryption

DigiCert opens registration for World Quantum Readiness Day 2025

DigiCert opens registration for World Quantum Readiness Day 2025, focusing on preparing enterprises and governments for quantum computing security challenges.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025
Yubico launches Enhanced PIN YubiKey to boost enterprise security
Multi-factor authentication

Yubico launches Enhanced PIN YubiKey to boost enterprise security

Yubico launches Enhanced PIN YubiKey 5 via its global service, boosting PIN security with stricter rules to help enterprises meet evolving regulations worldwide.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025
Okta & Palo Alto Networks unite for AI-powered identity security
Firewalls

Okta & Palo Alto Networks unite for AI-powered identity security

Okta and Palo Alto Networks expand partnership to deliver AI-driven identity security, enhancing automation and real-time threat response for enterprises.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025
Okta & Palo Alto Networks expand AI security integrations
Firewalls

Okta & Palo Alto Networks expand AI security integrations

Okta and Palo Alto Networks deepen AI security partnership with new integrations enhancing identity-based defences and unified threat responses for enterprises.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025
Trustwave unveils phishing protection service for Microsoft users
Phishing

Trustwave unveils phishing protection service for Microsoft users

Trustwave launches Managed Phishing for Microsoft, a service enhancing phishing protection for organisations using Microsoft Office 365 and Defender for Office.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Jul 2025
Portnox unveils cloud ZTNA for secure, agentless remote access
Firewalls

Portnox unveils cloud ZTNA for secure, agentless remote access

Portnox launches cloud-native ZTNA offering passwordless, agentless access to web apps with a free unlimited-user version, boosting secure remote work.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2025
Specops & GuidePoint team up to boost password protection
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Specops & GuidePoint team up to boost password protection

Specops Software has partnered with GuidePoint Security to offer advanced password management and authentication solutions, enhancing cyber resilience in North America.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2025
Mid-size firms, government trail in hybrid identity security
Firewalls

Mid-size firms, government trail in hybrid identity security

Mid-size firms and government sectors lag in hybrid identity security, with scores dropping 15% to an average of 61 globally, reveals Semperis' 2025 Purple Knight Report.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Jul 2025

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