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Prosimo partners with Palo Alto Networks to enhance cloud security
Firewalls

Prosimo partners with Palo Alto Networks to enhance cloud security

Prosimo teams up with Palo Alto Networks to enhance multi-cloud security, integrating their platforms to streamline firewall deployment and application protection.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Google Cloud unveils Generative AI Ops to aid enterprise customers
Firewalls

Google Cloud unveils Generative AI Ops to aid enterprise customers

Google Cloud launches Generative AI Ops to help enterprises transition AI applications from concept to production, addressing critical challenges in AI implementation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th May 2024
IBM unveils major Watson, AI & open source innovations
Firewalls

IBM unveils major Watson, AI & open source innovations

At IBM's annual THINK conference, major updates to the watsonx platform were announced, including new open-source AI models, tools, and data capabilities, set to redefine enterprise AI.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024
Superloop extends Ixom partnership, enhances security solutions
Firewalls

Superloop extends Ixom partnership, enhances security solutions

Superloop extends contract with Ixom, enhancing global SASE security across 40+ locations until 2028, boosting network performance with Palo Alto tech.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 21st May 2024
Palo Alto Networks unveils AI-powered copilots for cybersecurity
Firewalls

Palo Alto Networks unveils AI-powered copilots for cybersecurity

Palo Alto Networks unveils three AI-powered copilots—Strata Copilot, Prisma Cloud Copilot, and Cortex Copilot—to revolutionise threat detection and mitigation for security analysts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024
Zscaler report raises alarm over VPN vulnerabilities in Australia
Firewalls

Zscaler report raises alarm over VPN vulnerabilities in Australia

Zscaler's 2024 ThreatLabz VPN Risk Report reveals concerns over VPN vulnerabilities amidst rising cyber attacks in Australia, prompting a shift towards Zero Trust architecture.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 8th May 2024
Palo Alto Networks unveils PrismaSASE 3.0 with AI & Zero Trust security
Software-as-a-Service

Palo Alto Networks unveils PrismaSASE 3.0 with AI & Zero Trust security

Palo Alto Networks launches PrismaSASE 3.0, integrating AI and Zero Trust security in a pioneering move to enhance data security and application speed.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 7th May 2024
ExtraHop announces newly created global partner programme
Firewalls

ExtraHop announces newly created global partner programme

ExtraHop launches a new worldwide partner programme aimed at improving cyber security, bolstered by its latest revenue increase and growing demand for NDR services.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024
Advanced Malware Detection market could reach $43bn by 2033
Firewalls

Advanced Malware Detection market could reach $43bn by 2033

The AMD market is set to hit $8.8bn by 2023, with forecasts predicting a growth to $43bn by 2033 due to rising global threat of sophisticated cyber attacks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Mar 2024
Westcon-Comstor's 3D Lab garners $25m in new business within a year
Firewalls

Westcon-Comstor's 3D Lab garners $25m in new business within a year

In its first year, Westcon-Comstor's 3D Lab, a cybersecurity solutions virtual testing platform, has drawn over 1,500 users and yielded over $25m in fresh business for partners.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2024
Trend Micro crowned as Champion in global cybersecurity matrix
Firewalls

Trend Micro crowned as Champion in global cybersecurity matrix

Trend Micro tops 30 cybersecurity rivals, named Champion by the Canalys Global Cybersecurity Leadership Matrix 2023, highlighting its successful channel-first strategy.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jan 2024
Palo Alto Networks acquires Talon, boosts appliance security
Firewalls

Palo Alto Networks acquires Talon, boosts appliance security

Palo Alto Networks bolsters security for managed and unmanaged appliances with the acquisition of enterprise browser innovator, Talon Cyber Security.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
Growing cyber crime rate boosts next-gen firewall market growth
Firewalls

Growing cyber crime rate boosts next-gen firewall market growth

Due to rising cyber crime, the next-gen firewall market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.48% between 2021 and 2028, per a Knowledge Sourcing Intelligence study.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 1st Jan 2024

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Will Graham appointed General Manager at One New Zealand
Unified Communications

Will Graham appointed General Manager at One New Zealand

One New Zealand appoints Will Graham as General Manager of Enterprise Sales, eyeing his deep telecom expertise to bolster private sector relationships.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Jun 2024
Cyber threats prompt UK industries to prioritise cybersecurity
Firewalls

Cyber threats prompt UK industries to prioritise cybersecurity

Rising UK cyber threats spark industry action, as 76% of industrial firms report more frequent, disruptive attacks, pushing cybersecurity to the top of the agenda.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Mar 2024
One NZ appoints Nick Quin as new Head of Public Sector
Unified Communications

One NZ appoints Nick Quin as new Head of Public Sector

Nick Quin joins technology firm One NZ as new Head of Public Sector, tasked with bolstering the company's relationships with government, and driving their technological transformations.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Mar 2024
Kiwis call for tougher fines & greater accountability in cyber breaches
EduTech

Kiwis call for tougher fines & greater accountability in cyber breaches

New research reveals majority of Kiwis think companies should do more to prevent cyber-attacks, with many considering swapping brands after a data breach.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Feb 2024
TruVisor takes up Prisma Cloud distribution in Southeast Asia
Firewalls

TruVisor takes up Prisma Cloud distribution in Southeast Asia

To meet the rising cloud security needs amid the pandemic, Asia's leading tech distributor TruVisor partners with cybersecurity heavyweight Palo Alto Networks to distribute Prisma Cloud in Southeast Asia.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Feb 2024