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LevelBlue & Akamai launch managed service for web app security
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LevelBlue & Akamai launch managed service for web app security

LevelBlue and Akamai have teamed up to offer a managed web app and API security service, tackling rising threats with AI-driven, 24/7 protection and expert support.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Aug 2025
Finally, the maturity of API configuration is realised
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Finally, the maturity of API configuration is realised

Advanced edge cloud platforms now enable organisations to automate API configurations fully, boosting security, performance, and real-time responsiveness in web operations.

By Stephen Gillies • 6 min read • Mon, 11th Aug 2025
ZEST Security adds AWS Service Control Policies to AI cloud platform
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ZEST Security adds AWS Service Control Policies to AI cloud platform

ZEST Security integrates AWS Service Control Policies into its AI platform, enabling faster code-free mitigation of cloud risks and reducing exposure to attacks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
hCaptcha report finds most residential proxy use fuels cybercrime
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hCaptcha report finds most residential proxy use fuels cybercrime

hCaptcha reveals up to 95% of traffic on residential proxy networks fuels cybercrime, exposing flaws in current online security measures.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025
Fortinet expands AWS Marketplace suite to boost cloud security
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Fortinet expands AWS Marketplace suite to boost cloud security

Fortinet enhances AWS Marketplace with updated Lacework FortiCNAPP and new security solutions to bolster cloud protection across hybrid and multi-cloud setups.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025
Cloud security gaps widen as AI threats outpace defences
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Cloud security gaps widen as AI threats outpace defences

Check Point's 2025 report reveals 65% of firms faced cloud security incidents last year as AI-driven threats outpace defences, widening security gaps in multi-cloud setups.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Jun 2025
Commerce sector faces surge in bot attacks, Fastly report warns
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Commerce sector faces surge in bot attacks, Fastly report warns

Fastly reports a doubling of attacks on commerce sites, now 31% of threats, as unwanted bot traffic hits 37% of all internet activity in Q1 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Jun 2025
Check Point to acquire Veriti Cybersecurity for threat exposure
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Check Point to acquire Veriti Cybersecurity for threat exposure

Check Point is set to acquire Veriti Cybersecurity, enhancing its Infinity Platform with automated, pre-emptive threat exposure and mitigation across multi-vendor environments.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
Check Point to acquire Veriti, boosting threat management suite
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Check Point to acquire Veriti, boosting threat management suite

Check Point to acquire Veriti Cybersecurity, enhancing threat exposure and risk management with AI-driven, multi-vendor defence integrated into its Infinity Platform.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
Radware named leader for AI-driven API security by GigaOm
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Radware named leader for AI-driven API security by GigaOm

Radware was named a Leader and Fast Mover in GigaOm Radar for AI-enhanced application and API security, noted for advanced protection and real-time response.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd May 2025
Defending the Cloud from the Edge
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Defending the Cloud from the Edge

As organisations adopt multi-cloud strategies, inconsistent security measures leave web applications vulnerable to evolving AI-driven and layered cyber attacks.

By Guy Brown • 5 min read • Fri, 23rd May 2025
Radware secures record cloud security deal with US financial giant
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Radware secures record cloud security deal with US financial giant

Radware has secured its largest-ever multimillion-dollar cloud security deal with a top US financial services firm to protect thousands of applications.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Study shows Fastly boosts security with 235% ROI increase
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Study shows Fastly boosts security with 235% ROI increase

Fastly's recent study reveals users of its Application Security Solutions enjoy USD $6.04 million in benefits over three years, marking a 235% ROI.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
Radware named strong performer in Forrester WAF review
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Radware named strong performer in Forrester WAF review

Radware has been named a Strong Performer in The Forrester Wave for Web Application Firewall Solutions, achieving top scores in six key areas.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025
Cloudflare named leader in Web Application Firewalls by Forrester
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Cloudflare named leader in Web Application Firewalls by Forrester

Cloudflare has been named a leader in Web Application Firewall solutions by Forrester Research, achieving top scores in 14 key evaluation criteria.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Mar 2025

Stories from Other Regions

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Check Point launches Canada CloudGuard WAF PoP to boost security
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Check Point launches Canada CloudGuard WAF PoP to boost security

Check Point Software launches a CloudGuard WAF Point of Presence in Canada, enhancing localised cloud security, reducing latency, and boosting regulatory compliance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Jul 2025
Personal data breach at rights commission triggers new alarm
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Personal data breach at rights commission triggers new alarm

The Australian Human Rights Commission has suffered a data breach after sensitive documents were exposed online due to a server misconfiguration, raising security concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 15th May 2025
SIOS & DataHub Nepal boost business resilience with new deal
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SIOS & DataHub Nepal boost business resilience with new deal

SIOS Technology partners with DataHub Nepal to deliver high-availability and disaster recovery solutions, boosting business resilience across Nepal.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Apr 2025