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Global cybersecurity pioneer, Hornetsecurity, has unveiled an upgraded version of its 365 Total Backup solution, introducing self-service recovery for end users while also offering full backup and recovery support for Microsoft OneNote. This new functionality is also available with 365 Total Protection Plans 3 and 4. Enabling end users to recover data Hornetsecurity has added a new self-service functionality to its backup solution. This allows end users to independently recover their mailbox,...

Pioneering global cyber security and investigations consultancy S-RM has identified five critical steps for financial institutions and their ICT providers to achieve compliance with the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), which will enter force from 17 January 2025. DORA establishes an EU-wide oversight framework designed to ensure the financial sector can withstand severe operational disruptions. Covering over 20,000 entities, including financial institutions, crypto-asset service...

Colt Technology Services, the digital infrastructure company released key enterprise technology forecasts and market trends for 2025. Based on its proprietary research among over 1000 global CIOs, and gathered from market intelligence sources, Colt anticipates sustainability-driven innovation, AI regulation, and a ‘coming of age’ for Network as a Service (NaaS) to dominate the enterprise tech pioneer’s agenda over the next 12 months.  Need for AI frameworks Mirko Voltol...

Dotlines UK has announced the upcoming launch of Audra Security, a new suite of hardware and software security products that promise to level up how homes and small businesses in the UK manage their security and internet usage.  Audra is designed to make internet security more accessible to a wider audience, by making it simpler, more affordable and user-friendly, while also championing planet-friendly initiatives. Key features of Audra Security  The announcement...

Arctic Wolf® Labs, a global pioneer in security operations, has published the findings of its 2025 predictions report revealing the cybersecurity trends set to dominate the threat landscape over the next year. The report predicts social engineering and ransomware attacks to be some of the most common attack types in 2025, allowing threat actors to effectively bypass defences and gain entry to victim organisations. Weaknesses in identity and access management (IAM) systems, alongside a conti...

Elite Interactive Solutions, a remote video guarding pioneer using proprietary intelligence and integration to achieve proven crime prevention, announces the company has produced a new series of educational videos. Consisting of five segments ranging from just over four minutes to a little more than seven, the series is designed to provide a synopsis of remote guarding along with more detail on some of the key aspects in a straightforward and easily digestible way. Panel of subject matter exp...

In a vidcast interview for journalists, industry pioneers Kirsten Bay, CEO of Cysurance, and Enterprise Security Architect Randle Henry from Check Point, shed light on the emerging role of insurability assessments in bridging the gap between cybersecurity and insurance. The conversation put into context the Cysurance Insurability Assessment Program, Powered by Check Point – a joint initiative that is bending the risk curve in favour of businesses by assessing and managing their cybe...

As part of its Pan-European expansion plan, Integrity360 has acquired pioneering European PCI QSA (Payment Card Industry Qualified Security Assessor) and cyber security services company Adsigo. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The acquisition will enable Integrity360 to expand further into continental Europe and provides additional skilled resources to its existing substantial PCI and cyber security compliance teams. QSA organisation by Visa Adsigo has a pioneering position in...

IT services and solutions provider, Roc Technologies, has announced the launch of its Security Operations Centre (SOC), advancing its mission to provide accessible cyber security solutions to businesses and public sector organisations of all sizes across the UK. The SOC offers 24/7/365 monitoring and tailored security services that enhance resilience against the growing landscape of increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. A modular and scalable approach enables small and mid-sized organisatio...

Ivanti, the tech company that breaks down barriers between IT and security so that Everywhere Work can thrive, released its latest report, Generative AI and Cybersecurity: Risk and Reward, which explores how organisations are navigating the complexities of generative AI (GenAI) in the realm of cybersecurity, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges it presents.   GenAI is a powerful tool that can be used by security teams to protect organisations, however, it can also be use...

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) new cyber chief, Richard Horne, has issued a stark warning about the growing complexity of “widely underestimated” cyber threats. Speaking at the launch of the NCSC’s eighth annual review, Richard Horne, Cyber Security Chief, commented: “What has struck me more forcefully than anything else since taking the helm at the NCSC is the clearly widening gap between the exposure and threat we face, and the defences that are in place to...

Wipro Limited, a pioneering technology services and consulting company, announced a partnership with Netskope, a Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) pioneer, to provide global enterprises with an integrated service that optimises and improves cybersecurity outcomes for people, processes, and technology investments. Wipro’s CyberTransformSM Optimisation Service, powered by Netskope, analyses organisations’ current cybersecurity and infrastructure investments, provides consolidation gui...

SecurityBridge, the Cybersecurity Command Centre for SAP, announced a strategic partnership with Altum Strategy Group (Altum), a pioneering advisory firm specialising in Responsible Transformation, Intelligence, Data & Technology, Operational Excellence, and Risk Management. This partnership will empower Altum’s small to mid-sized clients with SecurityBridge’s comprehensive SAP-native cybersecurity platform, providing a holistic approach to solving their SAP security challe...

Optalysys, a company enabling the future of secure computing, has partnered with Zama, the open-source cryptography company building state-of-the-art FHE solutions for blockchain and AI, to advance the development of Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE). The partnership will see the integration of Zama’s FHE solution with Optalysys’ hardware acceleration product range, Enable, to expedite FHE adoption for its customers.  Zama’s software solutions Zama’s softwar...

Datamatics, a global Digital Technologies, Operations, and Experiences company, has achieved the Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certifications.  Backed by the UK Government's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), these certifications validate Datamatics' robust security practices and position the company as a preferred partner for enterprises seeking trusted and secure solutions. Datamatics' proactive approach The process involved a specific evaluation of Datamatics' defence...

Matrix concluded a remarkable showcase at Inno Rail 2024, held from November 28 to 30 at the RDSO Stadium Ground in Lucknow. At Booth No. 81, Matrix captivated attendees with its trailblazing security and communication solutions, specifically designed for railway and transportation sectors. Meeting stringent cybersecurity standards Visitors experienced Matrix’s RDSO 6.0-compliant network cameras, a first for India, which meet the stringent cybersecurity standards of Indian Railways. Th...

The most common file formats for hiding malware are .exe and .zip, according to research by NordVPN. These are also the file formats that frequently land on employees' computers and end up posing great security risks to organisations. To address the issue, NordLayer, a provider of flexible cybersecurity tools for businesses, has just launched Download Protection, a robust security feature that automatically scans and instantly removes various types of malware-infected files from user-initiated...

Cohesity, a pioneer in AI-powered data security, now supports the Haute-Garonne Departmental Council with Cohesity DataProtect. This allows the organisation 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 decentralised 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 organisations, 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 organisations 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 organisations 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 recognised independent organisation specialising 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 organisation 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...