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Australian firms embrace AI to bolster cybersecurity efforts
Firewalls

Australian firms embrace AI to bolster cybersecurity efforts

A new survey reveals that 56% of Australian IT professionals view AI as a crucial asset in combatting cyber threats, with 91% anticipating increased security spending.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024

Global Stories

The cybersecurity landscape in 2025: Key trends and strategic shifts
Data Protection

The cybersecurity landscape in 2025: Key trends and strategic shifts

As 2025 unfolds, the cybersecurity landscape is set to evolve with key trends prioritising cost-effective solutions and stronger data privacy measures.

By Oshadha Ranaweera • 5 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
Experts predict AI-driven cyber threats & defences by 2025
Data Protection

Experts predict AI-driven cyber threats & defences by 2025

Experts from BlueVoyant and KnowBe4 warn that cyber threats will evolve by 2025, urging firms to adopt AI and enhance security awareness.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Experts warn of AI-driven threats to SaaS applications
Malware

Experts warn of AI-driven threats to SaaS applications

Cybersecurity experts at AppOmni warn that AI will empower attackers, making SaaS applications more vulnerable to sophisticated breaches in the coming years.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
Balancing AI advances with cybersecurity risks & caution
Firewalls

Balancing AI advances with cybersecurity risks & caution

As AI evolves in cybersecurity, industry leaders urge caution, balancing its benefits against risks, particularly in fraud and data protection.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
NetWitness enhances cybersecurity with AI & SASE updates
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

NetWitness enhances cybersecurity with AI & SASE updates

NetWitness unveils updates to its 12.5 release, boosting cybersecurity with enhanced visibility and automation for diverse infrastructures.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
IT-OT convergence: Why security leaders must act now to protect both domains
Unified Communications

IT-OT convergence: Why security leaders must act now to protect both domains

As IT and OT systems merge, cybersecurity leaders face urgent challenges managing risks across both domains to ensure operational safety and data security.

By Scott McKinnel • 4 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
Sysdig names William Welch as new CEO, eyeing growth
Cloud Security

Sysdig names William Welch as new CEO, eyeing growth

Sysdig has appointed William 'Bill' Welch as its new CEO, aiming to enhance its cloud-native application protection amid a booming cloud security market.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Dave Schneider joins Logpoint as VP of marketing
Security Information and Event Management

Dave Schneider joins Logpoint as VP of marketing

Logpoint has appointed Dave Schneider as Vice President of Marketing, tasked with enhancing the company's global strategy and driving growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Infinigate Cloud launches Barracuda email protection plan
Firewalls

Infinigate Cloud launches Barracuda email protection plan

Infinigate Cloud has launched a subscription-based service for Barracuda's Email Protection and Cloud Backup solutions, enhancing cybersecurity for channel partners.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Trend Vision One for MSPs sees rapid adoption & demand
Firewalls

Trend Vision One for MSPs sees rapid adoption & demand

Trend Micro's Trend Vision One for Managed Service Providers is witnessing rapid growth, with nearly all beta users opting to continue after testing.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Dynatrace joins Microsoft security group to enhance cloud safety
Unified Communications

Dynatrace joins Microsoft security group to enhance cloud safety

Dynatrace joins the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association to enhance cloud security and combat rising cyber threats for its customers.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
How SecOps can leverage AI and automation for faster, smarter incident management
Firewalls

How SecOps can leverage AI and automation for faster, smarter incident management

Security operations teams face increasing cyber threats, but AI and automation offer crucial tools for faster, smarter incident management.

By Cornelius Mare • 5 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
IoT cybersecurity market set to hit USD $60 billion by 2029
Cloud Security

IoT cybersecurity market set to hit USD $60 billion by 2029

A Juniper Research study predicts the global IoT cybersecurity market will soar to USD $60 billion by 2029, driven by the rising adoption of IoT devices.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Varonis expands IaaS security to Google Cloud service
Storage

Varonis expands IaaS security to Google Cloud service

Varonis has expanded its IaaS security coverage to Google Cloud, enhancing data protection and automated threat detection for sensitive data.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Rapid7 integrates AWS policies for enhanced cloud security
Hyperscale

Rapid7 integrates AWS policies for enhanced cloud security

Rapid7 has integrated AWS Resource Control Policies into its Exposure Command solution, enhancing cloud security for identity-based risk management.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Exabeam partners with Wiz to boost cloud security detection
Cloud Security

Exabeam partners with Wiz to boost cloud security detection

Exabeam has partnered with Wiz to enhance cloud security, combining AI analytics with security insights to protect organisations from emerging threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024

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