Latest cybersecurity reporting from selected sources.

CEO Nikesh Arora: Next-Generation Security Play Ties Automation to Identity, CloudWith new products set to launch, Palo Alto Networks is expanding its AI cybersecurity footprint. Chairman and CEO Nikesh Arora introduced the AgentiX platform, a retooled cloud approach, identity enhancements and a deal making Palo Alto the core security provider for Oracle Cloud.

CEO Nikesh Arora: Next-Generation Security Play Ties Automation to Identity, CloudWith new products set to launch, Palo Alto Networks is expanding its AI cybersecurity footprint. Chairman and CEO Nikesh Arora introduced the AgentiX platform, a retooled cloud approach, identity enhancements and a deal making Palo Alto the core security provider for Oracle Cloud.

Cohesity CEO Sanjay Poonen Says Unified Platform Offers Faster, Smarter RecoveryCohesity’s Sanjay Poonen says customers increasingly demand AI-powered data security and sovereign cloud options. The acquisition of Veritas' data protection business has expanded product reach, accelerated engineering output and enhanced security for on-prem and multi-cloud workloads.

Zscaler Aims for SOC Leadership With Enhanced Visibility Across Endpoints and CloudBy acquiring Denver-based startup Red Canary, cloud security stalwart Zscaler adds deep MDR functionality and aims to unify detection workflows across its customer environments using insights from its massive transaction volume, identity analytics and Red Canary’s advanced threat-hunting service.

Effective April 2025, Microsoft is launching their Azure vTAP and integrating it with Trend Vision One Network Detection and Response solution

Cado Security Deal Brings Enhanced Forensics, Automation, and AI-Powered AnalyticsBy acquiring Cado Security, Darktrace strengthens its ability to secure multi-cloud environments. The transaction brings together Cado's forensic capabilities with Darktrace's AI analytics to deliver comprehensive threat detection and response to organizations in regulated industries.

Blackpoint Cyber CEO Jon Murchison on MSP Cloud Identity RisksWith a 30-to-1 ratio of cloud to on-premises attacks, Blackpoint Cyber CEO Jon Murchison stresses the importance of enhanced identity detection and AI-driven solutions. He also outlines strategic moves for managed service providers to align with Microsoft’s ecosystem.

Firm Focuses on Runtime Context, AI Enhancements to Counter Evolving Cloud ThreatsWith $100 million in Series A funding, Upwind plans to strengthen its runtime and AI-powered cloud security platform. CEO Amiram Shachar outlines the company’s investments in engineering, customer engagement and scaling solutions to address vulnerabilities like misconfigurations and insecure APIs.

Normalyze’s AI-Powered DSPM Technology Boosts Proofpoint’s Data Visibility, ControlProofpoint will acquire DSPM startup Normalyze to strengthen its data security offerings across cloud, SaaS and hybrid environments. The company aims to give security teams enhanced visibility, control and human-centric risk reduction for sensitive data across complex infrastructures.

The Iranian state-backed hacking outfit called APT42 is making use of enhanced social engineering schemes to infiltrate target networks and cloud environments

Cloudzy, a prominent cloud infrastructure provider, proudly announces a significant enhancement in its cybersecurity landscape. This breakthrough has been achieved through a recent consultation with Recorded Future, a leader in providing real-time threat intelligence and cybersecurity analytics. This initiative, coupled with an overhaul of Cloudzy's cybersecurity strategies, represents a major

Zscaler Brings Generative AI to Data Protection Bundles, Debuts Standalone AI ToolsZscaler infused generative AI features into its data protection bundles and is introducing AI-powered products that quantify risk and predict breaches, said CEO Jay Chaudhry. The cloud security firm enhanced its data protection policies for AI/ML apps and tools to lower the likelihood of data loss.

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Established network security players like Check Point are responding to the shift to cloud-native applications, which have exposed more vulnerabilities in open source software supply chains.

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