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Forescout's 2024 H1 Threat Review reveals surge in cyber threats
Virtualisation

Forescout's 2024 H1 Threat Review reveals surge in cyber threats

Report reveals a 43% surge in vulnerabilities and a 6% rise in ransomware attacks in H1 2024, with VPNs and network infrastructure under significant threat.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
Fortinet unveils new SASE features with sovereign SASE & GenAI
Firewalls

Fortinet unveils new SASE features with sovereign SASE & GenAI

Fortinet has unveiled new sovereign SASE and generative AI capabilities in its unified SASE solution, enhancing security and integration for enterprises.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024
Fortinet acquires Next DLP to enhance data protection capabilities
Software-as-a-Service

Fortinet acquires Next DLP to enhance data protection capabilities

Fortinet boosts its enterprise data protection portfolio by acquiring Next DLP, enhancing its DLP capabilities across SASE and endpoint deployments.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024
Fortinet sees record margins & higher service revenue in Q2 2024
Firewalls

Fortinet sees record margins & higher service revenue in Q2 2024

Fortinet's Q2 2024 results show record operating margins and a 19.8% rise in service revenue, signalling strong growth despite a slight dip in product sales.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
Fortinet enhances OT security platform to combat rising cyber risks
Firewalls

Fortinet enhances OT security platform to combat rising cyber risks

Fortinet strengthens OT security platform with enhanced capabilities to combat rising cyber risks in critical infrastructure.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Aug 2024
Inspira Enterprise appoints Arvind Lakshmiratan as CMO
Firewalls

Inspira Enterprise appoints Arvind Lakshmiratan as CMO

Inspira Enterprise appoints Arvind Lakshmiratan as Chief Marketing Officer. With extensive IT marketing expertise, he'll spearhead global market strategies.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
Fortinet reveals rising cyber threats targeting Paris 2024 Olympics
Malware

Fortinet reveals rising cyber threats targeting Paris 2024 Olympics

Fortinet's latest report reveals a surge in cyber threats aimed at the Paris 2024 Olympics, with attacks increasing from 212 million at London 2012 to 4.4 billion for Tokyo 2020.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2024
Fortinet recognised as Challenger in 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant
Firewalls

Fortinet recognised as Challenger in 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant

Fortinet has been named a Challenger in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Single-Vendor SASE, highlighting its efforts in simplifying operations and enhancing security.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
Fortinet report highlights global cybersecurity skills shortage
Firewalls

Fortinet report highlights global cybersecurity skills shortage

Fortinet's latest report reveals a global cybersecurity skills shortage, with 90% of organisations facing breaches, emphasising urgent needs for training and resources.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
Report highlights surge in cyberattacks on operational technology
Firewalls

Report highlights surge in cyberattacks on operational technology

A Fortinet report reveals a surge in cyberattacks on OT systems, with 73% of organisations hit, up from 49%. This rise emphasises the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Integrity360, Fortinet launch managed cybersecurity service
Firewalls

Integrity360, Fortinet launch managed cybersecurity service

Integrity360 launches a managed service using Fortinet's portfolio in Ireland, aiming to simplify cybersecurity for SMEs and enterprises across Europe.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
ExtraHop appoints Rachna Kumar as senior channel sales manager
Firewalls

ExtraHop appoints Rachna Kumar as senior channel sales manager

ExtraHop appoints Rachna Kumar as Senior Channel Sales Manager for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to strengthen its ANZ channel and cybersecurity presence.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
LogRhythm appoints Rebbeca Roberts as ANZ sales manager
Firewalls

LogRhythm appoints Rebbeca Roberts as ANZ sales manager

LogRhythm names Rebbeca Roberts as Regional Sales Manager for ANZ, leveraging her 15 years of expertise to bolster customer support and drive market growth.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Jun 2024

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Fortinet partners with Temasek Polytechnic for cybersecurity training
Firewalls

Fortinet partners with Temasek Polytechnic for cybersecurity training

Fortinet partners with Temasek Polytechnic to bolster Singapore's cybersecurity workforce, integrating top-notch training into TP's curriculum amidst a global skills shortage.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024
Fortinet teams up with CSA to boost Singapore's cybersecurity
Unified Communications

Fortinet teams up with CSA to boost Singapore's cybersecurity

Fortinet has signed an MoC with the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore to bolster the nation's cyber defences, focusing on intelligence sharing and threat detection.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
Tech Data to distribute Equinix solutions in Singapore & Hong Kong
Software-as-a-Service

Tech Data to distribute Equinix solutions in Singapore & Hong Kong

Tech Data forms a strategic partnership with Equinix, becoming the first distributor of Equinix solutions in Singapore and Hong Kong to deliver robust hybrid multi-cloud solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jul 2024
NormCyber honoured as Fortinet's Security Operations Partner
Firewalls

NormCyber honoured as Fortinet's Security Operations Partner

NormCyber crowned Fortinet's Security Operations Partner of the Year, solidifying its prowess in advanced cyber threat defence at the UK Partner Awards.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024