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WatchGuard marks 30 years backing MSP-led security

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WatchGuard marks 30 years in cybersecurity, touting MSP-first strategy, 25,000 partners and a unified, automated security platform.
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WatchGuard warns of surge in evasive, encrypted malware

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WatchGuard reports a 1,548% surge in new evasive malware and a 2,000% jump in encrypted threats, straining signature-based defences.
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AI reshapes cyber threats as Safer Internet Day nears

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AI-driven agents and rising network attacks are reshaping cyber risks, experts warn, as Safer Internet Day 2026 urges 'verified trust' online.
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AI-driven cyber wars to reshape security in 2026

Wed, 10th Dec 2025
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AI-powered attackers and defenders will clash in 2026, driving autonomous breaches, VPN failures and stricter rules that reshape cyber security.
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The cybersecurity warning signs you can't afford to miss

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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Ignoring subtle cybersecurity warning signs can lead to serious breaches; proactive tools and expert oversight are key to detecting threats early and protecting your business.
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WatchGuard CEO Prakash Panjwani steps down as Vats Srivatsan named interim

Tue, 13th May 2025
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WatchGuard Technologies appoints Vats Srivatsan as Interim CEO from May 14, 2025, as Prakash Panjwani steps back to a board advisory role.
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WatchGuard joins AWS ISV Accelerate Program for growth

Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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WatchGuard Technologies has joined the Amazon Web Services ISV Accelerate Program to enhance its global cybersecurity offerings via the AWS Marketplace.
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WatchGuard predicts rise in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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WatchGuard Technologies warns of a surge in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025, urging firms to adopt a proactive approach against evolving risks.
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AI's dual role in future cybersecurity: threat & ally

Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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As we approach 2025, experts warn that advancing AI could escalate cybercrime, necessitating a shift towards rigorous verification in security measures.
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WatchGuard reveals Q2 2024 cyber threat trends report

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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WatchGuard Technologies' latest Internet Security Report reveals that seven of the top ten malware threats in Q2 2024 were new.
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WatchGuard adds key executives to bolster global leadership

Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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WatchGuard Technologies has grown its leadership with three new senior hires, enhancing sales and marketing capabilities with industry veterans.
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WatchGuard strengthens leadership team with three new executives

Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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WatchGuard Technologies enhances its leadership, appointing Derek Maggiacomo, Rich Workman, and Karen Ray to drive focus on MSPs. CEO promotes a partner-first vision.
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IT professionals urged to secure networks before summer holidays

Fri, 19th Jul 2024
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As summer holidays approach, IT experts are urged to bolster network security by shutting down unused devices and boosting protections against cyber threats.
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WatchGuard launches AI-driven ThreatSync+ NDR & compliance tools

Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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WatchGuard Technologies unveils ThreatSync+ NDR and WatchGuard Compliance Reporting, leveraging AI to simplify cybersecurity for smaller IT teams and enhance compliance.
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WatchGuard report reveals surge in endpoint malware

Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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WatchGuard Technologies' latest report reveals a stark contrast in malware trends: network detections halve, while endpoint attacks soar.
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WatchGuard wins nine 2024 Top Rated Awards from TrustRadius

Tue, 14th May 2024
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WatchGuard Technologies shines with nine 2024 Top Rated Awards from TrustRadius, celebrating excellence in network security, endpoint security, and AuthPoint products.
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WatchGuard report reveals drastic surge in evasive malware

Mon, 1st Apr 2024
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WatchGuard Technologies report reveals an 80% surge in total malware due to escalating 'living-off-the-land' attacks and cyberattack commoditisation, contrasting a 20% ransomware decline.
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Global malware surge revealed in WatchGuard's latest Internet Security Report

Thu, 28th Mar 2024
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Surge in evasive malware noted in WatchGuard Technologies' Internet Security Report alongside revelations of increased cyber attacks exploiting on-premises email servers; however, ransomware threats show decline.
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WatchGuard deemed Canalys Cybersecurity Channel Champion again

Tue, 27th Feb 2024
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Global cybersecurity leader WatchGuard Technologies has been recognised as a Cybersecurity Channel Champion in the 2023 Canalys Global Cybersecurity Leadership Matrix.
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Safer Internet Day: CTO underlines risk to young web users

Mon, 5th Feb 2024
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On Safer Internet Day, WatchGuard's CTO Corey Nachreiner calls for enhanced online safety awareness, emphasising the threat of AI privacy concerns.