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Cohesity, a pioneer in AI-powered data security, now supports the Haute-Garonne Departmental Council with Cohesity DataProtect. This allows the organization to drastically reduce the time and resources needed to manage its backups, both on-premises and in the cloud and significantly accelerate the data recovery processes to enhance its cyber resilience. The Haute-Garonne Departmental Council manages a vast collection of data covering different functions, including building plans, architectural...

artius.iD, the global pioneer in secure, self-managed identity and decentralized ID management, has appointed Burton M. Goldfield, former President and CEO of TriNet Group Inc. (NYSE: TNET), to its Board of Strategic Advisors. Bringing more than three decades of cutting-edge technology expertise to the business, Goldfield will provide high-level strategic advice to artius.iD as it continues to rapidly scale its cross-sector digital identity and cybersecurity offering to multinational corporatio...

DigiCert, a pioneering global provider of digital trust, released its annual forecast of cybersecurity predictions for identity, technology, and digital trust expected to shape the landscape in 2025 and beyond. These predictions provide a snapshot of the cybersecurity challenges and opportunities enterprises will encounter in the months ahead. DigiCert’s full predictions and outlook for the new year can be found at DigiCert’s blog. Prediction 1: Post-Quantum Cryptography Takes Off...

Eagle Eye Networks, the global pioneer in cloud video surveillance released the 2025 edition of its annual Trends in Video Surveillance report, identifying six trends that will have the largest impact on businesses around the world in 2025.  Designed as a resource for business owners and security professionals, the report offers trend analysis, simple explanations of newer technology, and practical advice on implementing video surveillance in new ways.   AI in video surveil...

Alcatraz AI, a pioneer in access control and AI-powered security solutions, announces the launch of its “Switch to Alcatraz AI” promotion. From November 18, 2024, through February 15, 2025, this initiative offers an exclusive discount for new customers seeking to replace outdated biometric readers with Alcatraz AI’s advanced Rock or Rock X solutions–modern, frictionless facial authentication systems that enhance security without compromising user privacy. Physical and c...

IT services provider - adesso has been admitted into the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Cloud-14 framework, supporting the UK’s public sector in its journey toward secure, streamlined, and efficient digital transformation. The Cloud-14 framework facilitates access to IT services for government organizations, empowering them to innovate, strengthen data security, and scale services to meet public needs more effectively. Innovative solutions adesso delivers innovative solutions that enhan...

Ahead of the Black Hat MEA in Riyadh from 26-28 November 2024, Cisco, the worldwide pioneer in networking and security, released insights into key cybersecurity trends that emerged between July and September 2024. The findings are based on analysis from Cisco Talos, one of the most trusted threat intelligence research teams globally, highlighting a notable increase in identity-based and ransomware attacks.  Identity-based attacks Over the three-month period, there was a noticeable rise...

Beyond Encryption, a pioneer in secure digital communications, has announced a powerful new technology partnership with Mimecast, a global heavyweight in cybersecurity. The technology partnership aims to transform how businesses manage security and compliance, combining Beyond Encryption’s cutting-edge expertise in authenticated outbound comms with Mimecast’s proven track record in human risk management and robust email services.  Data protection standards Businesses are now...

The European Network for Cyber Security (ENCS) announces that IPTO (Independent Power Transmission Operator), Greece's transmission system operator, has officially joined the network as a full member. With this new partnership, IPTO will actively participate in shaping the ENCS's strategy, while benefitting from the extensive cybersecurity knowledge sharing, training, and research available to ENCS members. Reliable transmission of electricity IPTO operates and keeps Greece's high-v...

Hornetsecurity, a global pioneer in cybersecurity solutions, is excited to announce the launch of its DMARC Manager. The advanced tool addresses the complex challenges organizations face in managing DMARC, DKIM, and SPF configurations, especially for those operating across multiple domains. As email threats such as fraud and impersonation attacks continue to rise, the need for robust email authentication practices has never been more critical. DMARC Manager is designed to empower administrators...

Cyware, the pioneering provider of threat intelligence management, low-code/no-code automation, and cyber fusion solutions, announced the appointment of Jawahar Sivasankaran as President, marking a pivotal step in Cyware’s mission to empower organizations with advanced threat intelligence and security solutions.  Jawahar brings 25+ years of experience fostering security product innovation, growth leadership, and customer success at Cisco, Splunk, and Appgate. Prior roles of Jawahar...

AV-Comparatives, a globally recognized independent organization specializing in cybersecurity testing, is pleased to announce the results of its 2024 Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) Test for enterprise cybersecurity solutions. This comprehensive evaluation provides Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) with critical insights into the efficacy of leading endpoint protection products against sophisticated, targeted cyber threats. ATP Test The ATP Test rigorously assesses each product's a...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO), the renowned organization for security professionals working in Higher and Further Education around the world, is to host its first European Region Winter Conference at Leiden University in the Netherlands.  The Conference, which takes place from Wednesday, 27 November 2024 until Friday, 29 November 2024, is free to all AUCSO members. European Winter Conference Benny Vandenberghe, Chair of the European Region for AUCSO will o...

i-PRO Co., Ltd. (formerly Panasonic Security), a global pioneer in professional security and public safety solutions, announced a new line of High Zoom Bullet cameras designed to deliver exceptional long-range coverage with advanced edge AI capabilities. Equipped with powerful zoom and IR LED technologies, the new cameras offer unrivaled precision for long-distance monitoring across various environments, such as highways, parking lots, bridges, ports, and stadiums. The new lineup includes 10x...

“CRITIS” security managers worldwide are confronted with a multitude of information, new requirements, and questions, not least against the background of massive geopolitical changes. The new “International CRITIS Practical Guide to Video Technology” from Germany-based manufacturer Dallmeier Electronic is intended to provide support. Compared to the first German edition, this internationally oriented, English-language practical guide has a broader definition of the CRITI...

Immersive Labs, the pioneer in people-centric cyber resilience, has announced the appointment of Oliver Newbury to its Board of Directors. Newbury brings a wealth of experience and insights as a global cybersecurity executive and advisor for some of the largest multinational enterprises.  Oliver Newbury Oliver Newbury’s guidance will help inform Immersive Labs’ business strategy and innovation. The company, whose mission is to give workforces the human edge over cyber threat...

adCAPTHCA, the specialist security verification platform, has partnered with web development agency Indie Ridge to protect its clients from bot attacks through human verification technology. Indie Ridge delivers technical solutions on behalf of the UK’s leading creative agencies, but the rapid increase of bot traffic on client websites was compromising user experience, distorting analytics, and creating security vulnerabilities, as well as being a potential attack vector into the brand&rs...

Elite Interactive Solutions, a remote video guarding pioneer using proprietary intelligence and integration to achieve proven crime prevention, announces the launch of a new educational webinar series. Featuring some of the industry’s foremost subject matter experts and thought pioneers, the sessions are designed to inform security practitioners about the latest developments in security technologies and methodologies, crime and loss prevention, vertical market challenges, law enforcement,...

Immersive Labs, the pioneer in people-centric cyber resilience announced the launch of its ground-breaking 'AI Scenario Generator'. This new capability enables organizations to seamlessly generate threat scenarios for crisis simulations to ensure their workforces are ready for the latest threats. ‍AI Scenario Generator By inputting a few short prompts, customers can use the AI Scenario Generator to rapidly generate and launch customized cyber exercises to prove and improve individual and...

Sophos, a global pioneer of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks announced the appointment of Andy Travers as regional vice president for EMEA North to further accelerate the growth of Sophos’ portfolio of cybersecurity services and products in the region.  Andy Travers Travers will drive growth through strengthening existing relationships and creating new opportunities with Sophos’ already strong customer base of more than 600,000 organizations worldwide....

Persistent cyber threats, rapidly changing technology, and the growing array of regulations have heightened the need for alignment between cybersecurity and compliance management. In its annual Digital Defense Report, Microsoft has sounded the alarm on the escalating number of cyberattacks with a 2.75-fold increase in ransomware attacks year-on-year and tech scams rising by 400% since 2022. Level of sophistication “In the world of business, you’ll inevitably hear about the many wa...

Global security manufacturer, Gallagher Security is excited to announce the appointment of Spencer Marshall as Executive Vice President - UK and Europe. He will lead the entire Gallagher Security business in these regions, as well as being a member of the global executive team to help develop and drive strategy.  Spencer Marshall Of his appointment, Spencer says he is thrilled to be joining the Gallagher team at such a pivotal time, as it continues to expand its footprint across both the...

iDenfy, a Lithuania-based identity verification and fraud prevention company announced the launch of its new AI-powered Data Crossmatch feature, enhancing the company’s KYB platform with an innovative approach for simplifying verification for corporate entities. This new feature strengthens iDenfy’s RegTech suite by allowing businesses to access data from a wide network of global sources easily while comparing it with internally stored KYB data, ultimately making the onboarding fast...

Eurotech, a pioneer in embedded systems and edge AI enablement solutions, launches ReliaGATE 15A-14, the industry's first cybersecure modular edge gateway designed to meet the growing demand for secure, flexible, and globally deployable IoT solutions. Built to support a wide range of applications, the ReliaGATE 15A-14 accelerates IoT projects by simplifying compliance with regional and carrier certifications, providing native support for field asset integration, and meeting stringent security s...

360 Vision Technology, the UK manufacturer of ruggedized HD, radar, and thermal PTZ imaging cameras, has been chosen to supply the camera surveillance technology for a flexible, rapidly deployable CCTV town center network extension for Plymouth City Council. Designed to cover hot spots of activity, both criminal and anti-social, the extension was required to tackle areas of rising anti-social behavior and surfacing security issues at disparate areas around Plymouth. Invictus Hybrid camera &ld...

Integrity360, one of the pioneering pan-European cyber security specialists, announced the launch of its Managed dSOC Services, an advanced security monitoring solution powered by Darktrace's AI-driven technology and Integrity360’s cyber security expertise. The partnership allows Darktrace customers to gain access to an expert team dedicated to ensuring continuous, real-time monitoring, with around-the-clock expertise that internal teams may lack and to fully optimize and benefit from the...

Apricorn, the manufacturer of software-free, 256-bit AES XTS hardware-encrypted USB drives, announces new findings from its annual survey and FoI (Freedom of Information) requests, revealing a concerning disregard for cyber insurance across both public and private sectors. Despite the escalating risks of ransomware, phishing, and insider threats, many organizations, including government entities, remain unprepared for cyber incidents, with inadequate backup strategies and a lack of cyber insura...

Matrix, a prominent player in the Security and Telecom sector, successfully wrapped up its participation at the East Tech Symposium 2024 in Kolkata. Leveraging over 30 years of expertise, Matrix connected with industry pioneers, gathered valuable insights, and explored new avenues for collaboration. Matrix's in-house R&D program Matrix is unwavering in its mission to deliver groundbreaking, technology-led solutions that place customer satisfaction at the forefront. The commitment is powe...

Permiso, the pioneer in real-time identity security, has released a suite of three open-source tools that help security teams bolster their detection capabilities for a variety of different attacks. The P0 Labs team, the threat research arm of Permiso has launched a total of ten open-source tools to date, developed from their ongoing threat research and observations from real-world attacks. YetiHunter, CloudGrappler Earlier in 2024, Permiso launched YetiHunter, an open-source tool that detect...

IDEMIA Public Security, the provider of secure and trusted biometric-based solutions, has announced the appointment of Vincent Bouatou as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Head of the International CTO Office. In his role as CTO, Vincent will drive IDEMIA’s technology and cybersecurity strategy, technical governance, innovation, and AI leadership. Vincent Bouatou Vincent is a seasoned technologist and leader with over 20 years of experience working within IDEMIA’s Research and Te...