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Thrive launches AI-powered NDR to cut breach costs & downtime
Firewalls

Thrive launches AI-powered NDR to cut breach costs & downtime

Thrive's new AI-powered Network Detection and Response service helps businesses swiftly identify and tackle cyber threats, aiming to cut breach costs and downtime.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Sat, 23rd Aug 2025
LevelBlue acquires Trustwave to create largest managed security firm
Firewalls

LevelBlue acquires Trustwave to create largest managed security firm

LevelBlue has acquired Trustwave, creating the world's largest pure-play managed security firm with enhanced AI-driven threat detection and response capabilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 20th Aug 2025
SonicWall debuts Gen 8 platform with firewalls & USD $200,000 warranty
Firewalls

SonicWall debuts Gen 8 platform with firewalls & USD $200,000 warranty

SonicWall launches its Generation 8 platform with nine new firewalls and an embedded cyber warranty covering up to USD $200,000 for enhanced MSP cybersecurity services.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Aug 2025
DXC, 7AI launch global AI security service to boost efficiency
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

DXC, 7AI launch global AI security service to boost efficiency

DXC Technology and 7AI have launched a global AI-powered security service, boosting efficiency and cutting analyst workload across DXC's customer base.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
Bitdefender launches advisory service to tackle security skills gap
Data Protection

Bitdefender launches advisory service to tackle security skills gap

Bitdefender has launched Cybersecurity Advisory Services to help businesses close skills gaps and strengthen security amid rising cyber threats and regulatory demands.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2025
Criterion & Trackforce launch unified payroll solution for security
Human Capital Management

Criterion & Trackforce launch unified payroll solution for security

Criterion and Trackforce have teamed up to offer UK and Canadian security firms an integrated workforce management and payroll platform to streamline operations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2025
Okta, NCC Group partner for enhanced CIAM & cyber security
Data Protection

Okta, NCC Group partner for enhanced CIAM & cyber security

Okta and NCC Group have partnered to enhance customer identity and access management, combining cybersecurity expertise with adaptive multi-factor authentication.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2025
Huntress & Microsoft partner to boost business cybersecurity
Semiconductors

Huntress & Microsoft partner to boost business cybersecurity

Huntress partners with Microsoft to enhance cybersecurity by integrating its tools with Microsoft Defender and 365 licences for better business protection.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Jul 2025

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Peter Villiers appointed Director of Cyber Risk at Barrier Networks
DevOps

Peter Villiers appointed Director of Cyber Risk at Barrier Networks

Peter Villiers joins Barrier Networks as Director of Cyber Risk, boosting cyber resilience amid rapid growth in staff and revenue for the Glasgow-based firm.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Sep 2025
Cube Cyber opens Brisbane SOC to boost local cyber defence
Cloud Security

Cube Cyber opens Brisbane SOC to boost local cyber defence

Cube Cyber has opened a Brisbane Security Operations Centre to provide 24/7 local cyber threat detection and response for Australian businesses.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Sep 2025
Evergreen acquires three Alberta MSPs amid booming IT market
Digital Transformation

Evergreen acquires three Alberta MSPs amid booming IT market

Evergreen has acquired three Alberta managed service providers, boosting its Lyra Technology Group with over 80 IT professionals amid Canada's booming MSP market.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Sep 2025
SYTECH unveils year-long cyber plan for business security
DevOps

SYTECH unveils year-long cyber plan for business security

SYTECH launches a year-long Continual Cyber Assurance programme, offering businesses ongoing cyber security and compliance support without needing in-house experts.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Sep 2025
Arinco appoints Dean Oelkers as Queensland Sales Manager
Data Analytics

Arinco appoints Dean Oelkers as Queensland Sales Manager

Arinco has appointed Dean Oelkers as Queensland Sales Manager to boost growth and strengthen ties with clients and Microsoft across the state.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Aug 2025
Malaysia sees rise in ransomware as firms urged to shift culture
Malware

Malaysia sees rise in ransomware as firms urged to shift culture

Ransomware attacks in Malaysia surged 78% in 2024, prompting firms to shift from compliance to a proactive cybersecurity culture to combat evolving threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 13th Aug 2025
Atturra to acquire Blue Connections for up to AUD $25.5 million
Virtualisation

Atturra to acquire Blue Connections for up to AUD $25.5 million

Atturra will acquire IT firm Blue Connections for up to AUD $25.5 million, expanding its managed services and national presence by August 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2025
CelcomDigi launches new AI cyber security suite for enterprises
Firewalls

CelcomDigi launches new AI cyber security suite for enterprises

CelcomDigi unveils AI-driven cyber security suite to help Malaysian enterprises tackle rising digital threats with real-time detection and response services.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025
Orange Cyberdefense boosts Swiss presence with ensec acquisition
Cybersecurity

Orange Cyberdefense boosts Swiss presence with ensec acquisition

Orange Cyberdefense enhances its Swiss footprint with the acquisition of ensec, adding 40 experts to strengthen cybersecurity services across the country.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2025
Slipstream Cyber names new leaders to strengthen national growth
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Slipstream Cyber names new leaders to strengthen national growth

Slipstream Cyber appoints David Kaplan and Steve Macdonald to boost leadership amid rising cyber threats and drive national growth across Australia.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 22nd Jul 2025