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Cybersecurity pioneer joins Rubrik's Board of Directors
Ransomware

Cybersecurity pioneer joins Rubrik's Board of Directors

John W. Thompson, former Microsoft Chairman and cybersecurity pioneer, has been appointed as lead independent director of Rubrik's Board.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Sat, 17th Dec 2022
Cloud specialist Lacework appoints new CMO & CFO
Data Analytics

Cloud specialist Lacework appoints new CMO & CFO

Cloud-native application protection platform Lacework hires Meagen Eisenberg as CMO and Andrew Casey as CFO, both with extensive industry experience.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Nov 2022
Claroty appoints CJ Radford as Channels & Alliances Global Vice President
Physical Security

Claroty appoints CJ Radford as Channels & Alliances Global Vice President

Claroty appoints CJ Radford as Channels and Alliances Global VP; strengthens commitment to partner ecosystem for improved cyber security solutions.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Nov 2022
Former Silver Peak, Symantec exec joins Quantum
Internet of Things

Former Silver Peak, Symantec exec joins Quantum

Quantum Corp has appointed Rick Valentine as senior VP and chief customer officer, joining the executive leadership team.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Jan 2021
Remote working trend bolsters cybersecurity investment - but downturn predicted
Firewalls

Remote working trend bolsters cybersecurity investment - but downturn predicted

A new report from Canalys indicates investment in cybersecurity has increased 9.7% - but worsening economic conditions could turn the statistic around.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jun 2020
Cisco, ESET, Fortinet crowned by Canalys, while Symantec, IBM & McAfee underperform
Cloud Access Security Broker

Cisco, ESET, Fortinet crowned by Canalys, while Symantec, IBM & McAfee underperform

Several big names have been revealed as underperforming compared with the market average with low partner sentiment.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Jun 2020
HCL takes over Broadcom's Symantec security consulting
Cloud Access Security Broker

HCL takes over Broadcom's Symantec security consulting

As part of the partnership, the majority of Broadcom's Symantec enterprise consulting team will transition to HCL.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd Jun 2020
Accenture named Leader in managed security MarketScape
Cybersecurity

Accenture named Leader in managed security MarketScape

In IDC's Asia/Pacific Managed Security Services 2020 Vendor Assessment, Accenture was recognised for its approach to both industry and customers.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2020
Kaspersky named one of the top 100 global innovators
Cybersecurity

Kaspersky named one of the top 100 global innovators

For the second year, it made the Derwent Top 100 Global Innovator list by Clarivate Analytics, which includes giants like Amazon, Facebook and Google.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Mar 2020
Hands-on Review: Norton Lifelock's Norton 360 security suite
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Norton Lifelock's Norton 360 security suite

With Norton 360, Norton Lifelock offers a robust security suite for Australia and New Zealand with enhanced features and an improved user experience.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2019
Symantec updates endpoint security offering
Endpoint Protection

Symantec updates endpoint security offering

The Symantec Endpoint Security (SES) brings automated assistance with security management to evaluate risks and take action to secure their organisation.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2019
Microsoft and CyberArk lead GlobalData identity management theme
Network Infrastructure

Microsoft and CyberArk lead GlobalData identity management theme

Both companies gained the highest score for the identity management theme in GlobalData's Thematic Scorecard for the security software sector.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Aug 2019
Broadcom set to own Symantec's enterprise security business for $10.7B
Cloud Access Security Broker

Broadcom set to own Symantec's enterprise security business for $10.7B

Broadcom is set to acquire Symantec's enterprise security business for $10.7 billion, expanding its software offering as an infrastructure technology company.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2019
Cybercrime complacency costs Kiwis – Norton
Endpoint Protection

Cybercrime complacency costs Kiwis – Norton

From the Starwood hotels data breach to online services like Flipboard, what steps have you taken to secure your information online?.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Aug 2019
Symantec named Leader by Forrester for Data Security Portfolio
Malware

Symantec named Leader by Forrester for Data Security Portfolio

Symantec was recognised as a Leader based on current offering, strategy, and market presence with the highest overall ranking for current offerings.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2019
Enterprise at tipping point, says Symantec
Cloud Security

Enterprise at tipping point, says Symantec

Enterprises are at a critical moment in cloud adoption, with Symantec revealing 54% of firms struggle to keep up with cloud security demands.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2019

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Netskope appoints Matt Paull as Vice President of Channel Sales
Firewalls

Netskope appoints Matt Paull as Vice President of Channel Sales

Netskope appoints Matt Paull as Vice President of Channel Sales, APJ to establish, manage and grow its network of alliances and partners in the region.

By Zach Thompson • 1 min read • Fri, 18th Mar 2022