Managed Detection and Response (MDR) stories
Rapid7 launches agentic AI to boost SOC response & efficiency
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Rapid7 has launched agentic AI workflows within its MDR services to speed up SOC investigations, enhancing analyst efficiency and threat response accuracy.
Bitdefender to acquire Mesh, enhancing email security platform
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Bitdefender to acquire global email security firm Mesh, integrating its technology to boost protection against email threats in 2024.
Tamnoon unveils AI-powered managed cloud threat response service
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Tamnoon launches AI-driven managed Cloud Detection and Response service with agent Tami to streamline cloud security alert handling and threat remediation.
Red Canary deploys AI agents to slash security investigation times
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advanced persistent threat protection
Red Canary launches AI agents that cut security investigation times by 90%, automating tier 2 tasks with expert-level speed and accuracy.
LevelBlue to acquire Aon’s cyber consulting teams in global deal
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LevelBlue will acquire Aon's Cybersecurity and IP consulting teams, including Stroz Friedberg, adding 300 experts and boosting global cyber defence services.
Pax8 expands Check Point offering to boost MSP security tools
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Pax8 has expanded its partnership with Check Point, offering MSPs a broader range of AI-powered security tools via the Pax8 Marketplace to enhance SMB cybersecurity.
Arctic Wolf launches AI security platform in Singapore market
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Arctic Wolf has launched its AI-powered Aurora Platform in Singapore, partnering with Ingram Micro to enhance cybersecurity across the region.
Barracuda launches unified AI platform amid security tool sprawl
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Barracuda launches BarracudaONE, a unified AI cybersecurity platform to tackle security tool sprawl and improve integration, management, and threat detection.
Study finds 84% of severe cyber incidents use LOTL methods
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Bitdefender research reveals 84% of severe cyberattacks exploit common system tools like netsh.exe, evading traditional defences with LOTL methods.
Bitdefender unveils upgrades to partner & MSP programmes
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Bitdefender launches a new Platinum tier, simplifies deal registration, and expands NFR access to boost partner and MSP success worldwide.
SentinelOne named a Customers' Choice in 2025 Gartner XDR report
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SentinelOne is among just two firms named a Customers' Choice in Gartner's 2025 Extended Detection and Response report, praised for its AI-driven XDR platform.
AARNet & CrowdStrike boost cybersecurity for research sector
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AARNet and CrowdStrike expand their partnership to deliver 24/7 managed detection and response services, enhancing cybersecurity across Australia's research and education sectors.
Zscaler to acquire Red Canary to boost AI-powered security ops
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advanced persistent threat protection
Zscaler to acquire Red Canary, enhancing AI-powered security ops to speed up threat detection and response, expected to close in August 2025.
Sophos partners with Capsule to streamline cyber insurance for SMBs
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Sophos has teamed up with Capsule to simplify cyber insurance for SMBs, offering discounted premiums linked to Sophos cybersecurity solutions via MSPs.
Cybercriminals industrialise attacks on hospitality sector, report finds
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Cybercriminals increasingly target Australia's hospitality sector, exploiting digital gaps with sophisticated attacks and dark web services, Trustwave warns.
Arctic Wolf launches Incident360 Retainer for cyber resilience
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Arctic Wolf launches Incident360 Retainer, blending proactive readiness with full incident response, promising up to 70% savings on major cyberattack recovery costs.
Ekco appoints cloud industry veteran Ben Savage as CEO to drive next phase of growth
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endpoint protection
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digital transformation
Ekco appoints Ben Savage as CEO to drive growth and enhance customer experience amid rising UK demand for co-managed security services in cloud environments.
Cybersecurity spend to surpass $200B as risks surge
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Global cybersecurity spending is set to exceed USD $200 billion in 2024 as firms boost defences against rising cyber threats amid digital growth.
Anthony Daniel named Managing Director for ANZ at WatchGuard
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Anthony Daniel has been promoted to Managing Director for Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands at WatchGuard Technologies, following strong regional growth.
WatchGuard CEO Prakash Panjwani steps down as Vats Srivatsan named interim
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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.