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N-able adds AI detections for stealthier cyber attacks
Firewalls

N-able adds AI detections for stealthier cyber attacks

Nearly half of observed attacks never hit endpoints, pushing N-able to broaden detection across network, cloud and identity layers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
Cork Cyber launches AI tool to catch MSP blind spots
Disaster Recovery

Cork Cyber launches AI tool to catch MSP blind spots

Managed service providers could spot missing protections and wasted licences sooner as the new engine pulls data from existing security tools.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
Barracuda overhauls BarracudaONE & partner programme
Firewalls

Barracuda overhauls BarracudaONE & partner programme

Google Workspace users gain email impersonation protection as Barracuda adds AI security and folds MSPs and resellers into one programme.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
WatchGuard expands NDR portfolio for SMEs and MSPs
Firewalls

WatchGuard expands NDR portfolio for SMEs and MSPs

Smaller firms could cut security costs as embedded detection and automated response reduce the need for extra hardware or specialist staff.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
ControlMonkey adds observability recovery for cloud tools
Software-as-a-Service

ControlMonkey adds observability recovery for cloud tools

The update could help teams restore dashboards and alerts after outages, reducing the risk of losing visibility when systems fail.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
LevelBlue & SentinelOne expand security partnership
Ransomware

LevelBlue & SentinelOne expand security partnership

Customers may get faster breach containment as the pair link AI detection with managed response across endpoint, cloud and identity systems.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2026
DE-CIX Launches Google Peering at Brazil Exchanges
Network Infrastructure

DE-CIX Launches Google Peering at Brazil Exchanges

DE-CIX has begun offering Google peering at its São Paulo and Rio exchanges, giving Brazilian ISPs direct local access to Google services.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2026
Transcelestial ranks among Fast Company's top innovators
Unified Communications

Transcelestial ranks among Fast Company's top innovators

Laser network pioneer Transcelestial lands in Fast Company's 2026 Asia-Pacific top four, joining the World's Most Innovative list.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2026
Zoho opens Parramatta office amid strong ANZ growth
Network Infrastructure

Zoho opens Parramatta office amid strong ANZ growth

Zoho opens a Parramatta office as ANZ customer numbers jump 30%, partners 44% and staff 42%, bolstering Sydney's western tech hub.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2026
World Backup Day warns firms on untested recoveries
Storage

World Backup Day warns firms on untested recoveries

World Backup Day prompts warnings that untested restores and AI-era data demands are leaving mid-sized firms dangerously exposed.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2026
Broadcom launches Symantec CBX cloud security platform
Firewalls

Broadcom launches Symantec CBX cloud security platform

Broadcom unveils Symantec CBX, a unified cloud XDR platform blending Symantec and Carbon Black tech to simplify advanced threat defence.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2026
Cork Cyber unveils AI engine for MSP asset oversight
Disaster Recovery

Cork Cyber unveils AI engine for MSP asset oversight

Cork Cyber unveils an AI-driven asset analysis engine for MSPs, tackling zombie assets, coverage gaps and licence waste across client estates.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2026

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360 Business Law launches AI contract review for telecoms
Unified Communications

360 Business Law launches AI contract review for telecoms

Telecoms legal teams could cut contract review times by up to 70% as 360 Business Law targets high-volume deal workflows with AI.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Mar 2026
GTIA opens ChannelCon 2026 registration in San Diego
Digital Transformation

GTIA opens ChannelCon 2026 registration in San Diego

Attendees can now book a place at San Diego's ChannelCon 2026, where GTIA will launch a new AI awards programme and offer free member entry.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Mar 2026
Ottawa IT firms merge to boost cybersecurity advisory
Data Protection

Ottawa IT firms merge to boost cybersecurity advisory

Customers in Ottawa and Eastern Ontario will gain broader cybersecurity and AI advice as the merged firm keeps local ownership and uninterrupted service.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Mar 2026
TELUS launches AI smart home assistant for one app
Unified Communications

TELUS launches AI smart home assistant for one app

Households with mixed-brand gadgets can now control them through one interface, as TELUS rolls out its assistant to SmartHome+ users across Canada.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
Nucleus365 signs white-label payments deal with Paysecure
Gaming

Nucleus365 signs white-label payments deal with Paysecure

Nucleus365 will white-label Paysecure's AI-driven payments orchestration suite, adding smart routing and 500+ connections to its platform.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2026
From chaos to control: Building a unified data security posture
Firewalls

From chaos to control: Building a unified data security posture

Drowning in noisy alerts and fractured tools, security teams are turning to unified data security posture management for real visibility.

By John Grancarich • 5 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2026