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Check Point launches Quantum Spark 2500 firewalls for SMB security
Unified Communications

Check Point launches Quantum Spark 2500 firewalls for SMB security

Check Point unveils Quantum Spark 2500 firewalls with Wi-Fi 7, 5G, and AI security, targeting SMBs facing a 61% rise in cyberattacks and boosting MSP support.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2025
Check Point named a Leader in Forrester Wave Zero Trust report
Firewalls

Check Point named a Leader in Forrester Wave Zero Trust report

Check Point has been named a Leader in Forrester's Q3 2025 Zero Trust Platforms report for its Infinity Platform's unified, prevention-first security approach.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Jul 2025
LevelBlue launches global cybersecurity partner programme
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

LevelBlue launches global cybersecurity partner programme

LevelBlue has launched a new Partner Programme for global Managed Service Providers and resellers, aiming to simplify cybersecurity and boost revenue.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Check Point & Wiz partner to secure hybrid cloud setups
Firewalls

Check Point & Wiz partner to secure hybrid cloud setups

Check Point Software Technologies and Wiz have unveiled a strategic partnership to enhance security for hybrid cloud environments, bridging network and application protection.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Check Point's Infinity Platform excels in new security tests
Malware

Check Point's Infinity Platform excels in new security tests

Check Point Software's Infinity Platform has been recognised for its exceptional security efficacy, achieving a 99.9% malware block rate in Miercom's 2025 benchmark report.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025
Check Point predicts AI will shape cyber threats by 2025
Cloud Security

Check Point predicts AI will shape cyber threats by 2025

Check Point Software Technologies has forecasted major cybersecurity challenges for 2025, with AI-driven attacks and ransomware a key concern for businesses.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Nov 2024
Check Point reveals first mobile crypto drainer on Google Play
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Check Point reveals first mobile crypto drainer on Google Play

Check Point Research has exposed the first mobile crypto drainer app on Google Play, which stole USD $70,000 worth of digital assets from at least 150 users.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2024
Check Point honours top Asia Pacific partners for cybersecurity
Displays

Check Point honours top Asia Pacific partners for cybersecurity

Check Point Software Technologies honoured top Asia Pacific partners at the 2024 Check Point Asia Pacific Partner Conference in Phuket, highlighting contributions in cybersecurity.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2024
The challenges in maintaining effective cybersecurity
Multi-factor authentication

The challenges in maintaining effective cybersecurity

Faced with a rapid rise in ransomware and zero-day exploits, 2024 is set to be a landmark year for cybersecurity challenges, demanding robust and proactive IT defences.

By Les Williamson • 6 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
Geoff Waters named Chief Revenue Officer at Barracuda Networks
Firewalls

Geoff Waters named Chief Revenue Officer at Barracuda Networks

Geoff Waters has been hired as Chief Revenue Officer at Barracuda Networks, aiming to boost global sales, especially in the Asia-Pacific region.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Check Point launches AI-powered CloudGuard WAFaaS for cyber defence
Firewalls

Check Point launches AI-powered CloudGuard WAFaaS for cyber defence

Check Point Software introduces CloudGuard WAFaaS, AI-driven and fully managed, to secure web applications and APIs against cyber threats with seamless deployment in under five minutes.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Jun 2024
97% of cyber security teams using AI tools, says report
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

97% of cyber security teams using AI tools, says report

A new Check Point Software report reveals over 97% of security teams are using AI tools, enhancing response rates and reducing data loss amid a critical skills gap.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024
Collaboration tools are now at the frontline in the battle against phishing
Unified Communications

Collaboration tools are now at the frontline in the battle against phishing

As users swap email for collaboration suites, threat actors are as well, posing a fresh challenge for corporate security teams.

By Ashwin Ram • 5 min read • Mon, 13th May 2024

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Check Point to open first Asia-Pacific R&D centre in India
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Check Point to open first Asia-Pacific R&D centre in India

Check Point Software has unveiled plans for its first Asia-Pacific Research and Development Centre in Bengaluru, aiming to harness local cyber security talent.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025
Westcon-Comstor integrates AWS into 3D Lab for partners
Firewalls

Westcon-Comstor integrates AWS into 3D Lab for partners

Westcon-Comstor has integrated AWS into its 3D Lab, enhancing partner access to multi-vendor cybersecurity solutions within a secure AWS environment.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Jan 2025
Westcon-Comstor expands AWS Marketplace across EMEA
Firewalls

Westcon-Comstor expands AWS Marketplace across EMEA

Westcon-Comstor has expanded its AWS Marketplace programme across EMEA to enhance partner engagement amid growing demand in Europe and the Middle East.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Why monitoring high tech systems and data is critical for New Zealand healthcare providers
Ransomware

Why monitoring high tech systems and data is critical for New Zealand healthcare providers

World Patient Safety Day is a timely reminder of the threat hackers and cyber-criminals pose to the country's most vulnerable.

By Mark Baker • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024