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RiskProfiler launches MCP connector for AI threat hunts
Security Operations Centres

RiskProfiler launches MCP connector for AI threat hunts

Security teams could speed up external threat investigations as RiskProfiler's new connector lets authorised users query its platform through AI assistants.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Today
Omada buys EmpowerID to govern AI agents in real time
Identity and Access Management

Omada buys EmpowerID to govern AI agents in real time

The deal gives enterprises live controls to block or limit AI agents as they act inside business systems, reducing security and compliance risk.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Yesterday
Dell adds AI data tools for governed enterprise use
Data Analytics

Dell adds AI data tools for governed enterprise use

The new platform aims to let businesses deploy AI agents on sensitive records without losing control over access, context or governance.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Yesterday
SailPoint adds cloud identity tools & IdentityIQ 9.0
Hybrid Cloud

SailPoint adds cloud identity tools & IdentityIQ 9.0

Large enterprises could get faster access reviews and tighter compliance checks as SailPoint updates its cloud platform and IdentityIQ 9.0.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Today
Nvidia outlines AI agent security framework with OpenShell
Data Protection

Nvidia outlines AI agent security framework with OpenShell

Businesses face rising risk as Nvidia says AI agents need enforceable boundaries, accountable owners and proof that safeguards actually work.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Today
Dell expands AI Data Platform with knowledge graph
Data Analytics

Dell expands AI Data Platform with knowledge graph

The new features aim to help enterprises govern data better and move AI agents into production while keeping sensitive records in their own data centres.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Today
AI shifts Cybersecurity Awareness Month focus to visibility
Software-as-a-Service

AI shifts Cybersecurity Awareness Month focus to visibility

Security teams are being pushed to monitor AI activity across systems, as executives warn that unsanctioned tools and hidden agents are outpacing governance.

By Raphael Veloso • 7 min read • Yesterday
HID upgrades FARGO ID card printers with stronger security
Encryption

HID upgrades FARGO ID card printers with stronger security

New encryption and watermarking aim to help schools, hospitals and government bodies secure ID cards without replacing existing printing setups.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Today
SOCtoberfest Kickoff: The 7 Deadly Sins of Cybersecurity Meet CISA's Core Steps
Virtual Private Networks

SOCtoberfest Kickoff: The 7 Deadly Sins of Cybersecurity Meet CISA's Core Steps

SMBs face rising breach risk as the report says seven routine security failings, not advanced malware, drive most attacks, with ransomware in 88% of cases.

By Justin Carter • 5 min read • Yesterday
Goldman Sachs backs Cyera with USD $400 million AI bet
Cloud Security

Goldman Sachs backs Cyera with USD $400 million AI bet

The fresh capital lifts Cyera's Series G to USD $1 billion, as enterprises seek tools to govern AI agents accessing sensitive data.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Yesterday
Microsoft warns AI is deepening cyber threat links
Malware

Microsoft warns AI is deepening cyber threat links

Threats are now spanning identities, cloud and software supply chains, with AI speeding attacks and complicating defence, Microsoft says.

By Raphael Veloso • 4 min read • Last week
Acumatica embeds AI across cloud ERP in 2026 R2 update
Software-as-a-Service

Acumatica embeds AI across cloud ERP in 2026 R2 update

Mid-market users will get embedded AI, a new analytics layer and industry-specific upgrades as routine ERP tasks shift onto Acumatica's 2026 R2 platform.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last week
Most enterprise storage sits idle, CTERA study finds
Data Protection

Most enterprise storage sits idle, CTERA study finds

Active data makes up just 4.4% of enterprise storage, raising costs, security exposure and AI search quality concerns for firms.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week

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Cloud Range launches AI readiness framework for firms
Security Operations Centres

Cloud Range launches AI readiness framework for firms

Security teams can now test whether AI agents stay within bounds before giving them wider access, as Cloud Range's framework seeks to cut operational risk.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Today
Toronto Zoo links orangutan enclosure fences to security
Physical Security

Toronto Zoo links orangutan enclosure fences to security

Staff will now receive instant alerts if orangutan fence wires are touched, helping Toronto Zoo verify incidents before animals are at risk.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Today
Outerlimit raises USD $16 million to secure AI agents
Data governance

Outerlimit raises USD $16 million to secure AI agents

As firms connect autonomous AI to internal systems, the start-up says its controls will curb unchecked actions and compliance risk in real time.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Today
Cybersecurity's Next Challenge: Knowing What to Trust
Data governance

Cybersecurity's Next Challenge: Knowing What to Trust

Australia's cyber strategy is shifting as firms race to control AI agents, with June's Medicare portal incident exposing fresh integrity risks.

By Vini Cardoso • 5 min read • 2 days ago
Merge & Convergint Australia forge strategic alliance
Physical Security

Merge & Convergint Australia forge strategic alliance

The tie-up aims to give Australian customers more joined-up workplace, audio-visual and security services as demand grows for integrated office systems.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week