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Genetec Inc., a technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced the launch of Operations Centre, a cloud-based work management solution designed specifically for physical security operations. Available as part of Security Centre SaaS, or as a standalone product, this new solution is specifically designed for security operations professionals and will revolutionise the way physical security teams collaborate, communicate, and m...

The Association of European Distribution System Operators (E.DSO), the European Energy Information Sharing and Analysis Centre (EE-ISAC), the European Network for Cyber Security (ENCS), and the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) hosted a public conference on power grid cybersecurity. The conference gathered approximately 200 participants in Brussels and saw the participation of senior experts from the EU Commission, the TSO and DSO communities, the EU Energy regulator, and many oth...

Zimperium, the industry pioneer in mobile security, announced the availability of its mobile security portfolio in AWS Marketplace, a digital catalogue with thousands of software listings from independent software vendors that make it easy to find, test, buy, and deploy software that runs on Amazon Web Services (AWS). AWS Marketplace listing Zimperium’s new AWS Marketplace listings include its Mobile Threat Defence (MTD) solutions and its Mobile Application Protection Suite (MAPS). ...

Tech specialist Advantex, has successfully delivered a major IT infrastructure and security overhaul for PCCA, a global manufacturer and distributor of personalised medicines. This comprehensive project not only enhanced PCCA UK’s cybersecurity capabilities but also provided the UK operations with strategic autonomy over their IT decisions, ensuring resilience and efficiency in an increasingly challenging digital landscape. Advanced security measures PCCA has been a valued client of Adv...

Identity-based cyber attacks continue to prevail and impact organisations. Stealing credentials was the top initial action in breaches, according to Verizon. Plus, 84% of identity stakeholders surveyed said identity-related incidents directly impacted their business, resulting in reputational damages, distraction from core business, and increased recovery costs. Key components of integration It is more important than ever to safeguard sensitive data from identity-based attacks. For this, defe...

Commvault, a pioneering provider of cyber resilience and data protection solutions for the hybrid cloud, announced it will acquire Clumio, a technology pioneer in data protection for critical cloud data in AWS.  This transaction enables Commvault to leverage Clumio’s AWS offerings to provide cyber resilience to next-generation applications built on AWS. Clumio serves a wide range of customers including Atlassian, Cox Automotive, Duolingo, and LexisNexis. AI devel...

Data is the new currency in the digital economy. However, organisations face unprecedented challenges with exponential data growth, including performance bottlenecks, a lack of practical data visibility, and increasing cyber threats. Rubrik, Inc., the Zero Trust Data Security company, and Pure Storage, the IT pioneer that delivers the world’s most advanced data storage technologies and services, bring together primary storage, data security, and long-term retention with Rubrik Security Cl...

Eagle Eye Networks, the pioneer in cloud video surveillance, announces the opening of a new data centre in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.  Eagle Eye’s facility is purpose-built to support video surveillance, cybersecurity, and AI. Designed to meet all local cybersecurity and data privacy requirements, the data centre will provide businesses across Saudi Arabia with secure and scalable cloud video surveillance solutions. AI-powered cloud video surveillance Eagle Eye Networks global data cen...

Reocom, an exclusive distributor of DNAKE in Turkey, is excited to announce its participation alongside DNAKE, a pioneering provider and innovator of IP video intercom and home automation solutions, at two prestigious exhibitions: Atech Fair 2024 and ISAF International 2024. Reocom and DNAKE will highlight their latest smart intercom and home automation solutions, demonstrating how these innovations contribute to the safety and convenience of smart living environments. Atech Fair Atech Fair...

Bugcrowd, the pioneer in crowdsourced security, has named managed cybersecurity services and solutions provider Cyber Vigilance as a value-added channel partner for the UK. Cyber Vigilance specialises in large-scale, complex cybersecurity projects for tier one banks and telecommunications customers covering endpoints, email, people, web, network, cloud and data security. Cybersecurity resources Toby Butler, Chief Revenue Officer, Cyber Vigilance, said the alliance with Bugcrowd would help cus...

Cyber Sierra, a pioneering Singapore-based Cyber Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) platform, has been named a Sample Vendor for two categories – Cyber Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC); and Continuous Controls Monitoring (CCM) – in the Gartner® Hype Cycle for Cyber Risk Management 2024. They believe this acknowledgment underscores Cyber Sierra's dedication to delivering cutting-edge solutions in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity risk management. Adoption of t...

More than half (54%) of European IT decision makers (ITDMs) admit that the fear of their organisation being attacked by cybercriminals regularly keeps them awake at night. The figure rises to 63% among smaller-sized companies with 100-249 employees, according to data from Corelight. Titled: Productive Paranoia - How Threat Hunters Can Turn Their Fear of the Unknown into a Positive, the report gathered insights from senior ITDMs across the UK, France, and Germany and highlights the anx...

IN Groupe and IDEMIA Group have entered into exclusive negotiations regarding the acquisition of IDEMIA Smart Identity, one of the three divisions of IDEMIA Group. With this projected acquisition, IN Groupe will further enhance its size, geographic reach, cutting-edge technologies and differentiated know-how to reinforce its position in the physical and digital identity markets globally. Secure identity solutions "We are looking forward to joining forces with IDEMIA Smart Identity to create a...

Rubrik, the Zero Trust Data Security™ Company announces its Rubrik Cyber Recovery capabilities are available for Nutanix AHV, a modern and secure virtualisation platform that powers both virtual machines (VMs) and containers on-premises and in public clouds. With Rubrik Cyber Recovery, Nutanix AHV users can confidently test and validate their recovery plans in clean rooms and expedite their forensic investigations, helping to provide cyber resilience following a cyberattack. Nutanix plat...

HackerOne, the pioneer in human-powered security, revealed data that found 48% of security professionals believe AI is the most significant security risk to their organisation. Ahead of the launch of its annual Hacker-Powered Security Report, HackerOne revealed early findings, which include data from a survey of 500 security professionals. Review of AI implementations AI red teaming offers this type of external review through the global security researcher community When it comes to AI, resp...

SoSafe, Europe’s largest human risk management solution, has been named a Strong Performer in a recent report evaluating top vendors. This recognition underscores SoSafe its position among top vendors and balanced approach to privacy, customer impact, and innovation.   Human Risk Management Solutions The Forrester Wave™: Human Risk Management Solutions, Q3 2024, evaluates nine vendors based on their current offering, strategy, and market presence.  According to the...

Global crises are intensifying, conflicts and tensions are increasing worldwide and critical infrastructures are more at risk than ever before. Many current challenges drastically demonstrate the extent to which the global security order is under pressure. These multi-dimensional challenges require new approaches and strong partnerships to safeguard free societies in Germany and Europe. This is where the Euro Defence Expo comes in, celebrating its premiere at Messe Essen from September 22 to 25...

Dataminr, one of the world’s pioneering AI companies, is launching ReGenAI (Regenerative AI), a new form of generative AI that automatically regenerates textual descriptions as events unfold. Using predictive AI to analyse and synthesise key developments detected in more than one million public data sources, ReGenAI distils multidimensional events into concise event briefs that dynamically update.  Regenerating event Customers can gain a rapid understanding of an evolving event thr...

Thales, the cybersecurity pioneer that protects critical applications, APIs, and data, anywhere at scale, releases the “Economic Impact of API and Bot Attacks” report. The analysis of more than 161,000 unique cybersecurity incidents uncovers the rising global costs of vulnerable or insecure APIs and automated abuse by bots, two security threats that are increasingly interconnected and prevalent. The report estimates that API insecurity and bot attacks result in up to $186 billion of...

Camelot Secure, a revolutionary new cybersecurity company, announced that it has been named a finalist in two prestigious categories for the 2024 Cybersecurity Association of Maryland, Inc. (CAMI) Cybersecurity Awards: Cybersecurity Innovation of the Year and Diversity Trailblazer of the Year. These awards celebrate Maryland-based companies and individuals driving innovation and promoting inclusivity in the cybersecurity industry. APT Hunting service Camelot Secure has made significant stride...

Genetec Inc., a pioneering technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced the launch of Genetec Cloudlink™ 110, the latest addition to its line of cloud-managed security appliances. This compact device is specifically designed to simplify video management in low-density deployments, providing a versatile solution that enables customers to transition to cloud or hybrid environments at their own pace. Genetec Clo...

Cyber resilience research commissioned by Cohesity, a pioneer in AI-powered data security, reveals the true cost of ransomware to finances and business operations and why overconfidence may be the cause. The Cohesity Global Cyber Resilience Report 2024 surveyed over 3100 IT and Security decision-makers in eight countries on the impact of cybercrime and their abilities to withstand attack, showing an increase in threats and a trend towards ransom payments. Cyber attacks 95% of UK respondents s...

Cowbell, a pioneering provider of cyber insurance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and middle-market businesses, is expanding its capacity to underwrite businesses with an annual revenue of up to dollar 1 billion, it was announced. With capacity from of global specialty (re)insurance leader Chaucer Group, America’s middle-market businesses - who continue to battle with the increasingly complex world of cyber risks and technology errors and omissions (E&O) - will now be ab...

Bugcrowd, the pioneer in crowdsourced security, announced that Patrick Morley has joined its board of directors. Morley served as CEO of Carbon Black, a cloud-based endpoint security software provider, for 14 years. He led the company from its early days to an IPO on Nasdaq in 2018 and subsequently oversaw its acquisition by VMware in 2019. Bugcrowd Platform Morley joins a seasoned board at Bugcrowd, which has guided the company through significant growth in 2024. This growth includes a...

The UK is set to unveil a new skills initiative at the Global Cyber Skills Summit 2024, as the UK, US, and EU convene as part of a “renewed focus” to tackle cyber threats. Cyber Security Minister Feryal Clark confirmed that the UK will launch a regional skills programme to fund initiatives such as apprenticeships to build local pipelines of cyber experts across England and Northern Ireland, as well as funding companies developing new forms of cyber security. Cyber skills train...

Rapid7, Inc., a pioneer in extended risk and threat detection, announced the availability of Vector Command, a fully-managed offensive security service. Vector Command combines the external attack surface assessment capabilities of Rapid7’s recently launched Command Platform with continuous Red Teaming services by its internal experts to help customers identify and validate IT security posture weaknesses from an attacker’s perspective. Security risks Vector Command delivers a...

Comcast Smart Solutions, a division of Comcast Cable that specialises in smart technologies for businesses and communities, expanded its offerings to include smart access control. Comcast Smart Solutions is now offering cutting-edge smart access management solutions to its customers from Brivo, a global pioneer in cloud-based access control and physical security technologies. Advanced control panels Comcast Smart Solutions clients have access to a broader suite of keys that help provide secur...

Immersive Labs, the global pioneer in people-centric cyber resilience announced the launch of the Immersive Labs community, called the “Human Connection”.  This new online hub offers resources and cybersecurity insights from the company’s world-class subject matter experts and discussions to give cyber professionals an advantage over cyber threats. Cybersecurity The launch supports Immersive Labs’ mission to empower the world’s largest organisations with the...

Artificial intelligence, public, school, and corporate security, and cyber- and tech-related crimes are growing concerns making headlines daily. Global Security Exchange (GSX) by ASIS International brings together thousands of security professionals from approximately 100 countries to address these issues and more. Members of the press are eligible to receive a free all-access pass. For security reasons, a press badge is required to enter the event, so if they are interested in attending,...

SentinelOne and Lenovo announced a multi-year collaboration to bring AI-powered endpoint security to millions of Lenovo devices across the globe. Lenovo will include SentinelOne’s industry-pioneering Singularity™ Platform and generative AI capabilities (Purple AI) in new PC shipments, as well as offer upgrades to existing customers, to expand its ThinkShield security portfolio and autonomously protect devices from modern attacks. SentinelOne's Singularity Platform "The comple...