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Westcon-Comstor to offer Proofpoint training to partners in Europe
Firewalls

Westcon-Comstor to offer Proofpoint training to partners in Europe

Westcon-Comstor will offer Proofpoint-certified training to partners across Europe as the first Authorised Training Partner, enhancing cybersecurity education.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025

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Okta & Palo Alto Networks expand AI security integrations
Firewalls

Okta & Palo Alto Networks expand AI security integrations

Okta and Palo Alto Networks deepen AI security partnership with new integrations enhancing identity-based defences and unified threat responses for enterprises.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025
Ingram Micro launches Xvantage AI support for partners in ANZ
Firewalls

Ingram Micro launches Xvantage AI support for partners in ANZ

Ingram Micro launches Xvantage Enable AI programme in ANZ, helping partners adopt and scale AI services with tailored learning and vendor support.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
Browser AI agents seen as bigger security risk than employees
Data Protection

Browser AI agents seen as bigger security risk than employees

SquareX warns that Browser AI Agents now pose greater security risks to firms than employees, due to their limited awareness and lack of training in spotting threats.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Jul 2025
Saviynt appoints Steve Blacklock to lead global partner strategy
Virtualisation

Saviynt appoints Steve Blacklock to lead global partner strategy

Saviynt has appointed Steve Blacklock as Senior Vice President of Global Partners to enhance partner relations and expand its worldwide ecosystem.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Jun 2025
Viatel acquires Cybit Cyber NI unit to boost security services
Firewalls

Viatel acquires Cybit Cyber NI unit to boost security services

Viatel expands cybersecurity services across Ireland and the UK by acquiring Cybit Cyber's Belfast-based unit, enhancing protection for mid-market and enterprise clients.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025
Checkmarx appoints Scott Gainey as Chief Marketing Officer
Firewalls

Checkmarx appoints Scott Gainey as Chief Marketing Officer

Checkmarx has appointed Scott Gainey as Chief Marketing Officer to lead global marketing amid growing demand for its AI-driven application security solutions.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025
Mary Yang appointed Chief Marketing Officer at SquareX
Data Loss Prevention

Mary Yang appointed Chief Marketing Officer at SquareX

Mary Yang, with 20+ years in tech marketing, has been named Chief Marketing Officer at SquareX to drive growth in its browser security solutions globally.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Jun 2025
Josys launches Josys AI to streamline SaaS governance tools
Physical Security

Josys launches Josys AI to streamline SaaS governance tools

Josys has unveiled Josys AI, an AI-driven suite to streamline SaaS management, enhancing security and reducing IT workload across organisations.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 16th May 2025
SureStack unveils AI platform for real-time cyber defence
Firewalls

SureStack unveils AI platform for real-time cyber defence

SureStack launches an AI-driven cybersecurity platform to optimise security stacks, boosting real-time validation and vulnerability detection for organisations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
SquareX launches 'Year of Browser Bugs' cyber project 2025
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

SquareX launches 'Year of Browser Bugs' cyber project 2025

SquareX has launched its Year of Browser Bugs initiative for 2025, aimed at spotlighting web browser vulnerabilities as critical security concerns.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Mar 2025
SandboxAQ secures $300m to advance AI quantum tech
Large Language Models

SandboxAQ secures $300m to advance AI quantum tech

SandboxAQ has secured over $300 million in funding, bringing its pre-money valuation to $5.3 billion as it advances in AI and quantum technology.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2024
SquareX appoints David Smith as new Chief Revenue Officer
Phishing

SquareX appoints David Smith as new Chief Revenue Officer

SquareX has appointed David Smith as its Chief Revenue Officer, aiming to enhance its browser security solutions amidst global tech challenges.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 20th Dec 2024
Denodo launches Agora SaaS solution on AWS Marketplace
Software-as-a-Service

Denodo launches Agora SaaS solution on AWS Marketplace

Denodo has launched its managed SaaS solution, Agora, on AWS Marketplace, simplifying data management for organisations seeking real-time insights.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024

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Simbian appoints John Schmitz to drive global AI sales growth
Firewalls

Simbian appoints John Schmitz to drive global AI sales growth

Simbian appoints John Schmitz as Senior Vice President of Sales to lead global AI-driven cybersecurity sales and boost enterprise growth.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
Upwind appoints Rinki Sethi as Chief Security Officer to drive growth
Firewalls

Upwind appoints Rinki Sethi as Chief Security Officer to drive growth

Upwind hires cybersecurity veteran Rinki Sethi as Chief Security Officer to boost global growth amid 4,000% revenue surge and product innovations.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Jun 2025
Victor Szczerba assumes CCO role at Pathway post funding
Data Analytics

Victor Szczerba assumes CCO role at Pathway post funding

Victor Szczerba has been appointed Chief Commercial Officer at Pathway, following its USD $10 million funding, to enhance its Live AI technology and strategies.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Mar 2025