Stories by Patrick
SolarWinds acquires Trusted Metrics, adds threat monitoring offering for MSSPs
Wed, 11th Jul 2018
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advanced persistent threat protection
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solarwinds
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mssp
The acquisition will allow SolarWinds to offer a new security software product, dubbed SolarWinds Threat Monitor.
RSA says blockchain presents a new wave of cyber-risk for global organisations
Fri, 6th Jul 2018
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siem
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blockchain
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advanced persistent threat protection
The $3.1 billion global investment in blockchain solutions in 2018 presents a potential cause for alarm, according to RSA.
Carbon Black adds 9 new partners to its 'Integration Network'
Thu, 5th Jul 2018
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
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carbon black
CbIN represents organisations that have used Carbon Black's open APIs to build integrations designed to benefit the entire security community.
Ticketmaster breached: here's what seven security experts had to say
Fri, 29th Jun 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Ticketmaster has suffered a breach that affects 5% of its global customer base, here's what the experts had to say on the incident.
Four identity proofing vendors named as 'IDC Innovators'
Tue, 26th Jun 2018
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fintech
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finance, leasing & rental
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fraud
IDC names Socure, BioCatch, IdentityMind Global, and Acuant as 'Innovators,' spotlighting their cutting-edge solutions in the evolving identity proofing market.
Dimension data acquires majority stake in e2y to bolster digital commerce play
Mon, 25th Jun 2018
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martech
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commerce systems
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partner programmes
According to DiData, the acquisition will provide a complementary set of skills to the company's core value proposition.
Intel CEO resigns after 'consensual relationship' with employee
Fri, 22nd Jun 2018
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intel
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resignations
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candidates
Intel's board has named chief financial officer Robert Swan as the interim chief executive officer, effective immediately.
Crowdstrike raises a massive $200 million in latest funding round
Thu, 21st Jun 2018
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endpoint protection
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ai security
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edr
CrowdStrike secures Series E funding of USD $200 million, boosting its valuation past USD $3 billion. The funds will drive global expansion and tech innovation.
LogRhythm promotes from within for APAC sales director role
Tue, 12th Jun 2018
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siem
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ai security
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logrhythm
LogRhythm has promoted Simon Howe to APAC sales director, leveraging his 20 years of IT industry experience to bolster the company's regional market presence.
Superloop acquires SkyMesh broadband customers in $1.5 million deal
Tue, 12th Jun 2018
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uc
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nbn
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superloop
The new deal will add over 10,000 broadband subscribers to Superbb, the newly formed retail broadband division of Superloop.
Commvault and Alibaba Cloud Join Forces to foster digital transformation initiatives
Fri, 8th Jun 2018
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hybrid cloud
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iaas
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multi-cloud
Commvault and Alibaba Cloud say the offerings are designed to enable businesses to make their move to the cloud with greater ease and security.
TIBCO acquires cloud integration provider Scribe Software
Fri, 8th Jun 2018
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saas
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paas
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digital transformation
TIBCO says the acquisition will allow them to deliver a single solution to address a wide range of integration scenarios.
Why antivirus peace of mind doesn't have to cost you… anything
Thu, 24th May 2018
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malware
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ransomware
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endpoint protection
Bitdefender Antivirus Free offers robust, real-time protection against the latest threats, keeping your PC secure without costing you a penny.
Vocus picks up ex-Telstra executive as new CEO
Mon, 21st May 2018
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uc
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vocus group
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job moves
Vocus has named ex-Telstra exec Kevin Russell as new CEO, starting 28 May 2018, with a GBP £1.1 million salary and incentives. Mark Callander joins the board.
AI dominating twitter mentions from top influencers during Q1 2018, says GlobalData
Fri, 18th May 2018
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data analytics
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blockchain
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martech
GlobalData says AI is way ahead of other disruptive technologies in terms of influencer mentions with over 25% share of overall discussions.
HPE acquires software-defined startup Plexxi in hybrid-cloud push
Wed, 16th May 2018
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hybrid cloud
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hyperscale
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dc
HPE acquires US startup Plexxi, enhancing its software-defined networking to deliver a cloud-like experience in the data centre, boosting hybrid IT efforts.
CyberArk brings machine identity to Red Hat OpenShift with Conjur Enterprise
Thu, 10th May 2018
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virtualisation
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devops
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apm
The company says that my running on the OpenShift platform, Conjur Enterprise can help simplify DevOps secrets management.
THAT'S A WRAP: Highlights from Sydney's 2nd Annual Safety, Security and Counter-Terrorism Forum
Tue, 8th May 2018
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drones
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surveillance
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biometrics
The event took a comprehensive look at the state of play for terrorist organisations and individuals - both local and abroad.
Exclusive interview: SailPoint on identity governance and Okta
Fri, 20th Apr 2018
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iam
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cybersecurity
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ipo
Sailpoint chief strategy officer and Co-founder Kevin Cunningham gives his perception on the market and expands on two recent announcements.
Hills signs three new vendors to bolster AV portfolio
Mon, 9th Apr 2018
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hills
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distributors
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av
The company says the addition of the three vendors will strengthen its position as a complete solution provider for the AV market.