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John Maddison, a prolific author dedicated to exploring cutting-edge developments in cybersecurity, has a particular interest in the advancements and integrations within digital infrastructure protection. His extensive writings frequently highlight the strategic expansions of Fortinet, a leader in network security solutions. Through his detailed analysis, Maddison underscores the importance of innovations such as user-based licensing, built-in-cloud security, and ecosystem integrations that collectively enhance operational technology and cybersecurity landscapes.

Maddison's work delves deeply into the strategic collaborations and advancements that define modern cybersecurity frameworks. He effectively communicates the technical and strategic facets of Fortinet’s offerings, from the deployment of next-gen firewalls designed for hybrid data centers to the integration of 5G and AI technologies that shape secure networking solutions. His insights also illuminate the challenges and achievements related to securing digital and physical networks against escalating cyber threats, bringing invaluable perspective to the intersection of technology, security, and business needs.

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Fortinet unveils new SD-WAN services to simplify operations

Thu, 10th Aug 2023
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New underlay and overlay services make SD-WAN deployments more seamless than ever before, even for resource-constrained organisations.
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Fortinet recognised as sole Leader by Westlands Advisory

Mon, 31st Jul 2023
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Fortinet, the global cybersecurity expert, has been recognised as the sole Leader in the Westlands Advisory 2023 IT/OT Network Protection Platforms Navigator.
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Fortinet reports 300% ROI over three years for security services

Fri, 21st Jul 2023
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Fortinet announces over 300% ROI and new NGFW appliances for data centre security, including the FortiGate 3200F and FortiGate 900G.
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Integration challenges remain over zero trust implementation

Fri, 23rd Jun 2023
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A new report by Fortinet has found that many organisations implementing zero trust are still facing integration challenges.
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Fortinet enhances FortiFlex program for demands of modern workplace

Tue, 13th Jun 2023
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Fortinet introduces new product and service additions to its FortiFlex program, offering more flexible licensing options to customers.
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50% of companies fell victim to ransomware in the last year

Thu, 27th Apr 2023
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Multiple key revelations are found in the report, and they all point to the continued threat of ransomware globally as they remain at peak levels.
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Fortinet introduces new SASE work-from-anywhere capabilities

Thu, 9th Mar 2023
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Updates to FortiSASE expand the integrated single-vendor SASE solution to further converge networking and security across a unified operating system and agent.
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Fortinet named Visionary for Endpoint Protection in Gartner Magic Quadrant

Tue, 7th Mar 2023
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Fortinet states that this recognition is in part due to its ability to integrate behaviour-based endpoint protection, EDR and XDR.
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Fortinet offers new operational technology security products

Fri, 3rd Mar 2023
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New operational technology security offerings extend Fortinet Security Fabric capabilities and reduce cybersecurity risk for industrial control systems.
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Fortinet joins Rockwell Automation's PartnerNetwork Program

Thu, 15th Dec 2022
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Fortinet has joined Rockwell Automation's PartnerNetwork Program as a Gold Technology Partner, enabling customers globally to be protected with its offerings.
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Fortinet Secure SD-WAN delivers 300% ROI over three years

Fri, 9th Dec 2022
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Feedback from large enterprises highlights how Fortinet Secure SD-WAN reduce network disruption, mitigates risks, and improves time to issue resolution.
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Fortinet launches managed Cloud-Native Firewall service

Wed, 30th Nov 2022
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FortiGate CNF delivers enterprise-grade security managed by Fortinet and cloud-native integrations on AWS to simplify, scale and modernise security operations.
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Fortinet surpasses one million NSE certifications issued

Thu, 6th Oct 2022
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Fortinet Training Institute furthers its global mission to expand access to cyber training for untapped talent and advance cyber professionals' skills.
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Fortinet advances AIOps to aid the hybrid workforce

Fri, 30th Sep 2022
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Fortinet introduces enhanced AIOps capabilities across its networking portfolio, including AI-based network operations management for 5G/LTE gateways.
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Fortinet introduces enhanced AIOps across its gateways

Thu, 29th Sep 2022
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FortiAIOps builds on Fortinet's rich history of developing artificial intelligence to deliver actionable network insights for self-optimising management.
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Fortinet named Leader for SD-WAN in 2022 Gartner Magic Quadrant

Mon, 19th Sep 2022
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The company has announced it has been positioned highest in ability to execute for two years in a row and recognised for completeness of vision.
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NEC and Fortinet plan to build secure 5G networks for CSPs

Wed, 24th Aug 2022
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NEC Corporation and Fortinet have entered a global agreement to jointly build secure 5G networks for communication service providers.
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Fortinet attributes Gartner-reported growth to ZTNA approach

Wed, 17th Aug 2022
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Fortinet ranked among top five zero-trust network access vendors with fastest growing revenue, according to new Gartner report.
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Fortinet unveils built-in-the-cloud security offering

Thu, 28th Jul 2022
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Fortinet releases FortiCNP, a built-in-the-cloud solution that provides friction-free cloud security operations.
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Fortinet launches anti-risk service, powered by ML and automation

Thu, 9th Jun 2022
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FortiRecon is a complete Digital Risk Protection Service offering that uses a combination of ML, automation capabilities and cybersecurity experts.