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Advanced Malware Detection market could reach $43bn by 2033
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The AMD market is set to hit $8.8bn by 2023, with forecasts predicting a growth to $43bn by 2033 due to rising global threat of sophisticated cyber attacks.
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One NZ appoints Nick Quin as new Head of Public Sector
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Nick Quin joins technology firm One NZ as new Head of Public Sector, tasked with bolstering the company's relationships with government, and driving their technological transformations.
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Kiwis call for tougher fines & greater accountability in cyber breaches
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New research reveals majority of Kiwis think companies should do more to prevent cyber-attacks, with many considering swapping brands after a data breach.
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TruVisor takes up Prisma Cloud distribution in Southeast Asia
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To meet the rising cloud security needs amid the pandemic, Asia's leading tech distributor TruVisor partners with cybersecurity heavyweight Palo Alto Networks to distribute Prisma Cloud in Southeast Asia.
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Westcon-Comstor's 3D Lab garners $25m in new business within a year
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In its first year, Westcon-Comstor's 3D Lab, a cybersecurity solutions virtual testing platform, has drawn over 1,500 users and yielded over $25m in fresh business for partners.
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Trend Micro crowned as Champion in global cybersecurity matrix
Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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Trend Micro tops 30 cybersecurity rivals, named Champion by the Canalys Global Cybersecurity Leadership Matrix 2023, highlighting its successful channel-first strategy.
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Palo Alto Networks acquires Talon, boosts appliance security
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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Palo Alto Networks bolsters security for managed and unmanaged appliances with the acquisition of enterprise browser innovator, Talon Cyber Security.
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Growing cyber crime rate boosts next-gen firewall market growth
Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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Due to rising cyber crime, the next-gen firewall market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.48% between 2021 and 2028, per a Knowledge Sourcing Intelligence study.
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Palo Alto Networks boosts cybersecurity with Talon acquisition
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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Palo Alto Networks acquires Talon Cyber Security, a move that highlights the firm's growth in the cybersecurity sector and the introduction of Talon's enterprise browser technology.
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Commvault partners with AI & security firms for improved cyber resilience
Thu, 9th Nov 2023
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Commvault has partnered with leading security and AI companies to enhance cyber resilience and data insights for hybrid cloud organisations.
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Six cybersecurity stocks worthy of consideration – report
Mon, 30th Oct 2023
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From 2021 to 2022, a surge of 38% in global cyber attacks was observed, costing organisations an average of more than $4 million in intrusion costs.
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Tufin updates platform for agile security policy management in hybrid networks
Thu, 26th Oct 2023
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Cybersecurity firm Tufin enhances its platform for efficient management of security policies in hybrid and converged networks.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Another update from Palo Alto Networks
Fri, 18th Aug 2023
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Palo Alto Networks' Luisa Genovese discusses the threats facing cloud environments in TechDay's latest IT Jam.
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Palo Alto Networks uncovers hackers targeting diplomats
Fri, 28th Jul 2023
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While attacks on diplomatic organisations are common, Cloaked Ursa focuses on the diplomats themselves more than the countries they represent, Unit 42 finds.
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Palo Alto Networks introduces CI/CD Security module into cloud security platform
Fri, 28th Jul 2023
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Palo Alto Networks introduces CI/CD Security module to protect cloud-native apps and unify security capabilities.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Palo Alto Networks
Wed, 12th Jul 2023
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Palo Alto Networks' CTO for ANZ, Riccardo Galbiati, discusses the company's approach to cloud security in a 10-Minute IT Jam with TechDay.
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Why collaboration is the critical link in cybersecurity
Thu, 29th Jun 2023
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The CFO and CISO must work together to protect businesses from cyberattacks and align cybersecurity with business objectives. Collaboration is crucial.
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Palo Alto Networks, NSW Cyber Hub to tackle cyber skills shortage
Wed, 21st Jun 2023
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Palo Alto Networks partners with NSW Cyber Hub to host Careers in Cyber Day, increasing awareness of cybersecurity in schools.
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Palo Alto Networks finds 55% increase in vulnerability exploitation attempts
Fri, 9th Jun 2023
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With the rate of vulnerability exploitation showing no sign of slowing down up from 147,000 attempts in 2021 to 228,000 in 2022.
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Palo Alto Networks, Ingram Micro to provide cybersecurity solutions in NZ
Mon, 29th May 2023
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The strategic relationship brings together Palo Alto Networks' security technologies with Ingram Micro's extensive network of resellers and partners.
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Palo Alto Networks signs distribution agreement with Ingram Micro
Fri, 26th May 2023
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With heightened demand for cybersecurity solutions across Australia and New Zealand, the agreement will add the full range of Palo Alto Networks solutions.
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Fake ChatGPT extension stealing victims' account details
Wed, 3rd May 2023
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Scammers are exploiting the rise of generative AI, particularly ChatGPT, to trick users into sharing sensitive information or downloading malware.
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Palo Alto Networks - ransomware is becoming more aggressive
Wed, 22nd Mar 2023
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The 2023 report shares insights compiled based on findings from Unit 42's incident response work from approximately 1,000 cases throughout the past 18 months.
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Zscaler appoints Karl Soderlund to drive growth
Sat, 11th Mar 2023
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Zscaler, a cloud security firm, has hired Karl Soderlund, a former SVP at Palo Alto Networks, as its SVP of Worldwide Partners and Alliances.