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Immersive, the pioneer in cyber resilience, is revealing a widening gap between confidence and capability in cybersecurity. Despite record investment, heightened board oversight, and nonstop training, measurable readiness has flatlined. While nearly every organization believes it can handle a major incident, the data tells a different story. According to Immersive’s analysis, average decision accuracy is just 22%, and the average containment time is 29 hours. Meanwhile, Resilience Scores...

A Russian telecom company that develops technology to allow phone and internet companies to conduct web surveillance and censorship was hacked, had its website defaced, and had data stolen from its servers, TechCrunch has learned. Founded in Russia, Protei makes telecommunications systems for phone and internet providers across dozens of countries, including Bahrain, Italy, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Pakistan and much of central Africa. The company, now headquartered in Jordan, sells video conferencin...

EclecticIQ, a global pioneer in cyber threat intelligence technology, announced the appointment of Andrew Milne as Chief Marketing Officer and Steve Armstrong as Chief Revenue Officer. The leadership expansion comes as EclecticIQ enters its next phase of growth, building the go-to-market capabilities required for further global scale in the rapidly evolving threat intelligence market. As CMO, Milne will oversee marketing and sales development with three strategic imperatives: establishing Eclec...

iDenfy, a RegTech provider of identity verification and fraud prevention solutions, announced its latest software solution that connects to the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) data source into its Know Your Customer (KYC) verification platform. Combined with other KYC tools, such as an additional license check option, companies will now have a new workflow option that instantly verifies any U.S. citizen's driver’s license faster. This will help ensure a higher...

Expanding their sales operation to cover North America, barox Kommunikation GmbH, the Swiss manufacturer of video security networking L2/L3 switches, media converters, IP extenders, and network management software has appointed Reinhard Florin to the role of Vice President of North America Sales. In this new role, Reinhard will be leading the development and execution of barox’s go-to-market strategy as well as head a team of sales and technical support professionals. Through this appoint...

Zimperium, the global pioneer in mobile security, released new research from its zLabs team revealing a sharp rise in mobile threats tied to the holiday shopping season. The Mobile Shopping Report: From Carts to Credentials highlights how cybercriminals are exploiting the seasonal surge in e-commerce and mobile app activity to target both consumers and enterprises. According to zLabs’ analysis, mishing (mobile phishing) remains the most widespread and effective mobile attack vector. Smis...

DigiCert, a global pioneer in intelligent trust, and Citrix, a business unit of Cloud Software Group, Inc., have announced an integration that automates the entire lifecycle of SSL/TLS certificates, from issuance to renewal. This collaboration pairs DigiCert’s capabilities with Citrix NetScaler’s Zero-Touch Certificate Management (ZTCM) and ACME protocol integration, empowering enterprises to maintain continuous security and compliance across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Th...

Digital workplace solutions and managed services pioneer Espria returns in December with another Optimise IT exhibition, pioneering the discussion on how IT solutions can best work together to provide the ultimate support for businesses and end-user experience.  Post-COVID, Espria hosted a series of Optimise IT webinar discussions, covering themes such as business peace of mind, business readiness and AI integrations for workplace teams. These discussions have featured key spokespeople fro...

Clue Software, the major provider of investigation and intelligence management software, announced the latest evolution in its AI tool suite. Built for intelligence and investigation professionals, Clue’s Assisted AI combines compliance, accuracy, and evidential integrity with human-in-the-loop design to enhance - not replace - expert judgment. Building on Clue’s existing AI capabilities, the new tools help teams assess, prioritize, and act with greater confidence and efficiency. A...

In the face of escalating cyber threats, building a resilient organization is no longer just an IT issue—it's a core business strategy. The ability to protect critical data and recover quickly after an attack is what defines success and ensures business continuity. This is particularly important as 79% of organizations are concerned that they will experience a disruptive event in the next twelve months. Dell Technologies is committed to helping users build that resilience. With the PowerP...

Genetec Inc. the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, highlighted the critical need for IT managers to integrate physical security strategies into their overall security frameworks. As cyber and physical threats increasingly converge, the boundaries between digital and physical risk are blurring, making it essential for Middle East businesses to protect not only their data but also the environments where that data resides. With organizations in the region facing increasingl...

Rapid7, a pioneer in threat detection and exposure management, has released its Q3 2025 Threat Landscape Report, revealing how threat actors are accelerating the race between vulnerability disclosure and exploitation, consolidating ransomware power structures, and increasingly weaponizing artificial intelligence to evade detection. The report draws from Rapid7’s Intelligence Hub, AttackerKB, incident response, and managed detection and response (MDR) telemetry, offering data-driven insigh...

Cyware, the pioneer in AI-powered threat intelligence management, secure threat sharing and collaboration, as well as hyper-orchestration and security automation, announced the launch of a new Cyware Quarterback AI solution delivering an AI Fabric to uniquely address security use cases. Cyware Quarterback AI was initially launched as a Co-pilot chat assistant in March 2024. Since that first release the AI market has evolved significantly and Cyware’s AI strategy and innovation h...

AuditBoard, the pioneering AI-powered global platform for connected risk, announced the findings of its 2026 Focus on the Future report, revealing the internal audit profession is navigating an environment of hyper volatility defined by accelerating, interconnected risks. The survey of 213 global internal audit pioneers shows the profession is being challenged by three converging forces: persistently tight resources, the rise of AI, and a demand for role redefinition. Overcome r...

SecurityBridge, creator of the Cybersecurity Command Center for SAP, announced that the SecurityBridge Threat Research Labs uncovered a critical SAP vulnerability rated a 9.9 out of 10 severity, and gave its customers advanced notice on October 30, 2025, to update detection signatures before the vulnerability was publicly disclosed. In total, the Threat Research Labs uncovered three vulnerabilities that were among the 25 new and updated SAP Security Notes SAP published for its November Patch Da...

The Infinigate Group, the pioneering technology platform and trusted advisor in Cybersecurity, Cloud & Network Infrastructure, is appointing Peter Meier as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Chief Operating Officer (COO). Peter Meier brings long-standing experience as CFO and Management Board member of global technology companies, where he successfully led operational business transformation. Meier's considerable achievements Meier's considerable achievements include his...

KubeCon + CloudNativeCon in Atlanta, Teleport, the pioneer in Infrastructure Identity, announced expanded support for Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) within its Identity Security product. The new integration provides organizations with unprecedented visibility into Amazon EKS cluster activity, enabling teams to identify shadow access, privilege escalation, and identity-based risks across their managed Kubernetes environments. Teleport’s enhanced EKS support debuts at&nbs...

Those who’ve worked on railway security projects know that procuring a video surveillance system is not just about buying equipment — it’s about ensuring accountability, compliance, and system longevity. Take a common case: cameras installed before monsoon begin failing within months due to ingress and temperature stress. A security lapse follows, and multiple departments are drawn into scrutiny — S&T for specifications, procurement for documentation, and finance for...

The international cybersecurity and medical imaging IT company Sectra announces the launch of Sectra Tiger/E Managed Service—a sovereign, fully managed collaboration platform designed to meet the evolving needs of authorities, municipalities, essential entities, and corporations. The new solution enables secure, scalable, and easy-to-use mobile communication for sensitive but unclassified information. It supports calls, video, and chat with strong encryption, provides endpoint security, a...

iDenfy, a major provider of identity verification and fraud prevention technology, announced a new partnership with GoFun, an innovative gaming technology company focused on creating a secure and transparent online entertainment experience for its own platform users. GoFun integrated iDenfy’s Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) solutions to automate the user onboarding and account opening process and protect the platform against fraudsters trying to find loopholes in...

Rail modernization has delivered unprecedented benefits, yet these advances have simultaneously introduced safety and security challenges. Designers and manufacturers now face the critical task of addressing these emerging risks while maintaining the performance gains modern rail systems provide”, writes David Kelly, Applications Engineer at Southco. The difference between ordinary and exceptional rail equipment often lies in the smallest details – the components passengers rarely s...

zLabs researchers have uncovered Fantasy Hub, an Android Remote Access Trojan (RAT) sold on Russian-language channels as a Malware-as-a-Service (MaaS) subscription. The spyware offers a full suite of espionage and device-control features, including SMS, contact, and call-log theft; live audio/video streaming; and fake banking windows designed to steal credentials. Unlike isolated malware kits, Fantasy Hub is a turnkey service complete with seller documentation, how-to videos, and a Telegram-ba...

WatchGuard® Technologies, a pioneer in unified cybersecurity and Vector Capital (“Vector”) portfolio company, announced the appointment of Joe Smolarski as Chief Executive Officer. Vats Srivatsan, who had been named interim CEO since May 2025, will continue to serve as a member of WatchGuard’s board of directors, advising the company on growth & strategy. WatchGuard re-energised innovation Under Vats’ leadership, WatchGuard re-energised innovation, strengthened...

Synectics, a pioneer in advanced security and surveillance solutions, will use this year’s National Association for Healthcare Security (NAHS) Conference to demonstrate how hospitals are using integrated data and AI-driven analytics to improve safety, incident response, and operational awareness across complex NHS estates. Building on recent projects with NHS Foundation Trusts, Synectics will showcase its Synergy platform, including the award-winning Synergy...

Teleport, a pioneering provider of identity security solutions for engineering and infrastructure teams, has been named an IDC Innovator in the IDC Innovators: Security for Agentic AI, 2025 (doc # US53737325, September 2025) report. According to the report, “Teleport brings a pragmatic approach to securing agentic AI by embedding AI identity and access controls directly into its Infrastructure Identity Platform. For CISOs navigating the complexity of AI adoption, this means AI agents are...

artius.iD, the pioneer in secure, self-managed identity and decentralized ID management, has appointed the founder of Docusign, Court Lorenzini, to its Board of Strategic Advisors.  The appointment comes as artius.iD continues to tap into the growing demand for sophisticated ID solutions to protect against complex AI-enabled threats. New global standard for how trust Lorenzini is an entrepreneur, investor, and advisor with more than three decades of experience founding and scaling high-g...

Secutech Thailand 2025 opened at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), placing the spotlight firmly on smart security and fire safety technologies. The show will take place alongside Fire & Safety Thailand, Thailand Smart City Expo, and EdTEX, featuring over 400 exhibitors from more than 10 countries and regions. This global cross-section offers visitors the opportunity to explore the latest industry-wide innovations across the 11,600 sqm fairground. A comprehensive fringe p...

SecurityBridge, creator of the Cybersecurity Command Center for SAP, announced that Bill Oliver, Managing Director for the Americas, and Tim Alsop, Product Architect and Managing Director for the U.K., will present at ASUG Tech Connect 2025 on strategies for securing SAP environments.  Their session, “Securing the Digital Core: SAP Cybersecurity Strategies,” will highlight the SecurityBridge Platform and the newly integrated TrustBroker technology, demonstrating how these...

SecurityBridge, creator of the Cybersecurity Command Center for SAP, announced Secure Together New York 2025, an in-person SAP security event on November 12, 2025, at the Accenture Office, One Manhattan West, New York. SecurityBridge’s expertise in SAP cybersecurity has been featured by top-tier media outlets, including Forbes, TechRadar, and The Hacker News. The company will join forces with partners - Accenture, Bowbridge, Fortinet, NextLabs, and Saviynt to deliver a full day of expert...

Corero, the distributed denial of service ("DDoS") protection specialists and champion of adaptive, real-time service availability, is pleased to announce good sales traction across Q3 2025, driven by a number of new customer wins and product enhancement launches, as well as a key customer renewal and expansion order in October, delivering a strong start to Q4 2025. Corero delivered a strong Q3 2025, with order intake of $7.4 million (Q3 2024: $6.0 million) and new contract wins secured across...