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Google Cloud incorporates key Wiz capabilities into an agentic defense platform to automate threat detection and remediation against AI attacks.
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Google Cloud incorporates key Wiz capabilities into an agentic defense platform to automate threat detection and remediation against AI attacks.
Also: Oracle Suit Points to AI Revenue Forecasting Risk; the AI Sovereignty PushIn this week's panel, four editors discussed the growing role of artificial intelligence in U.S. federal government cybersecurity, Oracle's investor lawsuit over its projected cloud sales to frontier AI lab OpenAI and what AI sovereignty means for enterprises.
Dark Reading editors reflect on two decades of dramatic change — from perimeter defense to assume-breach strategies — and warn that while AI, cloud, and COVID-19 have transformed the threat landscape, organizations are still failing at fundamental security hygiene that could stop sophisticated attacks in their tracks.
Along with a bunch of new services to make sure those same agents don't cause chaos Google Cloud Next Google Cloud chief operating officer Francis deSouza has summed up his company's security strategy du jour as follows: "You need to use AI to fight AI."…
Experts on How CIOs Can Avoid 'Geopolitical Lock-In' in AI, Cloud and Supply ChainsGeopolitical instability is a part of reality in 2026, and the stakes are high for CIOs who must rely on global supply chains to develop IT, artificial intelligence, cloud and cybersecurity strategies.
Experts predict big changes are coming for IT infrastructure in 2026 driven by AI adoption, hybrid cloud strategies, and evolving security demands.
Talcott Financial Group's Dalavi on Oracle to Azure Migration and AI InnovationTalcott Financial Group's move from a dual-cloud setup to a unified Azure environment is reshaping performance, efficiency and AI readiness, says Sudhakar Dalavi, head of software engineering. He explains how data unification and continuous learning drive the next phase of innovation.
Silicon Valley Startup Focuses on Discovery and Governance of Non-Human IdentitiesWith $30.75 million in Series B funding, Defakto aims to strengthen non-human identity security across AI workloads and cloud platforms. The Silicon Valley-based startup plans to deepen discovery, governance and enterprise integrations, while expanding its go-to-market strategy.
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COO Francis deSouza Explains Google Cloud's Push for Unified Multi-Cloud SecurityCOO Francis deSouza shares insights into Google Cloud’s security priorities as it pursues the $32 billion acquisition of Wiz. He explains the need for seamless multi-cloud protection, the value of Mandiant's threat intelligence, and how AI is changing threat detection and response at scale.
CEO Doug Merritt: GenAI, Workload Sprawl Raise Zero Trust Stakes for AviatrixAviatrix is addressing cloud network security gaps with its new Cloud Native Security Fabric. CEO Doug Merritt says companies need zero trust across ephemeral workloads, especially with agentic AI multiplying data pathways. The company’s pivot includes a new C-suite and product strategy overhaul.
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.
Security Leadership in Focus - From AI Risks to Cloud ResponsibilityAI fragmentation, non-human identities and nation-state threats dominated conversations at the Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit. ISMG editors discuss how the event stood out for its vendor-neutral focus and strategic discussions tailored for senior security decision-makers.
Security Leadership in Focus - From AI Risks to Cloud ResponsibilityAI fragmentation, non-human identities and nation-state threats dominated conversations at the Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit. ISMG editors discuss how the event stood out for its vendor-neutral focus and strategic discussions tailored for senior security decision-makers.
Deal Aims to Target Identity and AI Risks, SaaS Blind Spots With Unified SecurityBy acquiring Suridata, Fortinet plans to introduce SaaS Security Posture Management to its SASE platform. The update provides end-to-end visibility into SaaS apps, identity threats and AI plugin misuse, making SSPM a vital control plane in cloud-first security strategies.
EVP Muhi Majzoub Outlines Integration of TDR, Generative AI Across Core PlatformsOpenText is embedding threat detection, identity protection and generative AI across its cloud and on premise platforms. EVP Muhi Majzoub says the threat detection and response system will integrate with Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike and others to identify anomalies and stop attacks in real time.
As cloud security evolves in 2025 and beyond, organizations must adapt to both new and evolving realities, including the increasing reliance on cloud infrastructure for AI-driven workflows and the vast quantities of data being migrated to the cloud
CSA's Jim Reavis on Why Generative AI Requires a Shift in Data Security StrategyOver the past two years, AI enabled by a cloud interface has ushered in the age of cloud 3.0. The industry is evolving faster than anyone could predict, forcing organizations to rethink their security and risk strategies, said Jim Reavis, CEO and co-founder at Cloud Security Alliance.
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.
Barracuda CEO Hatem Naguib Shares Strategies for Email Protection, Managed ServicesWith cyberthreats becoming more sophisticated, Barracuda CEO Hatem Naguib explains how managed XDR and AI-driven email protection help SMBs. From stopping phishing attacks to automating incident response, Naguib highlights solutions that streamline operations and address cloud adoption risks.