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Phantom Taurus: new Chinese group targets governments in Asia & Africa

Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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Phantom Taurus, a new Chinese state-backed group, targets governments and telecoms in Africa, the Middle East, and Asia with advanced espionage tools and tactics.
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Elastic Security scores 99.3% in 2025 AV-Comparatives EPR test

Tue, 30th Sep 2025
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Elastic Security earned Certified status with a 99.3% effectiveness rate in AV-Comparatives’ 2025 Endpoint Prevention and Response test, outperforming major rivals.
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Zero Networks & Exclusive Networks target UK with zero trust

Fri, 26th Sep 2025
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Zero Networks partners with Exclusive Networks to boost zero trust security across the UK and Europe, focusing on rapid adoption and channel partner support.
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Westcon-Comstor brings 3D Lab virtual demo platform to APAC

Wed, 24th Sep 2025
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Westcon-Comstor launches its 3D Lab virtual demo platform in APAC, enabling partners to test multivendor solutions in a secure, virtual environment.
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Major vendors admit browser attacks bypass secure gateways

Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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Major SASE vendors admit Secure Web Gateways cannot block Last Mile Reassembly attacks, which let malware bypass defences by assembling inside browsers.
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Salesloft data breach exposes 700 firms’ details via OAuth attack

Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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Salesloft breach exposed sensitive data of 700+ firms, including Cloudflare and Palo Alto Networks, after hackers exploited OAuth tokens via a prolonged GitHub intrusion.
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Cloudflare sets new standard in cyberattack response & resilience

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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Cloudflare sets a new benchmark in cyberattack response, emphasising transparency and resilience amidst rising complex threats and supply chain breaches.
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Cohesity Catalyst1 to spotlight AI & resilience in cyber defence

Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
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Cohesity's virtual Catalyst1 event unites global experts to discuss AI innovations and strategies enhancing cyber resilience against modern threats.
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Myriad360 secures spot on 2025 Inc. 5000 with 77% growth

Mon, 18th Aug 2025
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Myriad360 ranks 4767 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list with 77% growth, marking its 14th inclusion among America’s fastest-growing private companies.
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Palo Alto Networks launches quantum-ready & AI security suite

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Palo Alto Networks unveils a security suite with quantum-ready encryption and AI tools to protect enterprises’ multicloud environments from evolving cyber threats.
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Accenture to acquire CyberCX, boosting Asia Pacific security

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Accenture will acquire CyberCX, an Asia Pacific cybersecurity firm with 1,400 staff, to expand its security services and client reach in the region.
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Network for Learning marks milestone in school network upgrades

Mon, 11th Aug 2025
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Nearly a third of New Zealand schools have now received N4L’s next-generation Managed Network upgrades.
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Palo Alto Networks unveils Cortex Cloud ASPM to block app risks

Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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Palo Alto Networks launches Cortex Cloud ASPM, a prevention-first tool to block security risks in cloud and AI apps before deployment, enhancing threat management.
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EU cyber security market up 13% amid AI, regulation push

Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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The European cybersecurity market grew 13% in H1 2025, driven by AI threats, regulatory demands, and major deals like Palo Alto's $25bn CyberArk bid.
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Palo Alto upgrades Cortex Cloud to tackle AI-driven code risks

Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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Palo Alto Networks has enhanced Cortex Cloud with a new module to prevent AI-generated code risks, boosting security for faster, safer software development.
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Delinea Iris AI enhances identity security with real-time auditing

Wed, 6th Aug 2025
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Delinea has launched Iris AI, an AI-driven engine enhancing identity security with real-time behavioural authorisation and automated auditing for hybrid work environments.
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Simbian appoints John Schmitz to drive global AI sales growth

Tue, 5th Aug 2025
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Simbian appoints John Schmitz as Senior Vice President of Sales to lead global AI-driven cybersecurity sales and boost enterprise growth.
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Ministry of Justice boosts cyber security with Palo Alto Networks

Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
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The UK's Ministry of Justice has strengthened its cyber security with Palo Alto Networks, boosting automated threat resolution by 400% and increasing bandwidth fivefold.
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Westcon-Comstor to offer Proofpoint training to partners in Europe

Fri, 18th Jul 2025
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Westcon-Comstor will offer Proofpoint-certified training to partners across Europe as the first Authorised Training Partner, enhancing cybersecurity education.
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Okta & Palo Alto Networks unite for AI-powered identity security

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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Okta and Palo Alto Networks expand partnership to deliver AI-driven identity security, enhancing automation and real-time threat response for enterprises.