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A new international standard has been developed by the IEC and ISO joint committee for biometrics, SC 37. The new ISO/IEC 20059 standard features methodologies to evaluate the resistance of biometric systems to morphing attacks.  Biometric systems are increasingly used as a solid way to authenticate identities, because using human characteristics makes them hard to forge. Yet, in the age of AI, there is rising concern about the use of ‘morphing’ to create new identities that...

Sophos, a pioneer and innovator of advanced security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, released its fifth annual Sophos State of Ransomware in Education report. The global study of 441 IT and cybersecurity pioneers shows the education sector is making measurable progress in defending against ransomware, with fewer ransom payments, dramatically reduced costs, and faster recovery rates. Yet, these gains are accompanied by mounting pressures on IT teams, who report widespread stress...

Kaseya, the pioneering provider of AI-powered IT management and cybersecurity software, announced the appointment of Anthony Anzevino as Chief Revenue Officer and Pratik Wadher as Chief Technology Officer, effective immediately. “We are at a pivotal moment in our industry,” said Rania Succar, CEO, Kaseya. “Small and midsize businesses are modernising their technology stacks at a once-in-a-generation pace, and MSPs are their critical partners." "Kaseya has the o...

Aduna, the aggregator of standardised network APIs, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sekura.id, now a part of XConnect, a pioneering solution provider in mobile identity and numbering intelligence. The collaboration will accelerate the adoption of CAMARA-Compliant APIs such as Number Verification (NV), SIM Swap (SS), and Know Your Customer (KYC), while establishing a foundation to enable future APIs that support emerging digital identity, authentication, and fra...

Matrix Comsec made its mark at the Defence and Technology Expo 2025, showcasing cutting-edge, Made-in-India Security and Telecom solutions tailored for India’s defence forces. The Expo, held in Chennai, brought together stakeholders from the Army, Navy, Air Force, and defence manufacturing sectors. Matrix's booth became a hub of engagement for visitors exploring secure, AI-driven surveillance and access control solutions built to meet India's unique operational needs. Key Highlights St...

Cyware, a pioneer in AI-powered threat intelligence management, secure threat sharing and collaboration, hyper-orchestration and response, announced it has become a member of the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA), an ecosystem of software development companies and security services partners that have integrated their solutions with Microsoft Security technology to better defend the mutual customers against a world of increasing cyber threats. Intelligent action Cyware Intel Ex...

As the cybersecurity landscape rapidly evolves, Entrust announced a landmark achievement: The Entrust nShield Hardware Security Module’s (HSMs) implementation of three NIST standardised post-quantum algorithms have been validated by NIST’s Cryptographic Algorithm Validation Program (CAVP). This milestone empowers enterprises to secure their sensitive data against the looming threats of quantum computing with confidence, backed by the credibility of NIST-validated, production-ready c...

TXOne Networks, a pioneer in Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) security, introduced asset-vulnerability management and other expanded capabilities for its Edge network security solution.  The new release of TXOne Edge creates an end-to-end solution for helping ensure the reliability, safety and availability of industrial processes and infrastructure, enabling organisations to maximise their return on investment in operational technology (OT) security. TXOne Networks will showcase its Edge net...

Toshiba Electronics Europe GmbH, Storage Products Division, is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with Titan Data Solutions, appointing the company as a direct partner for Toshiba Enterprise hard disk drives (HDDs) in the UK. Headquartered in London, UK, Titan Data Solutions is a specialist in server and storage solutions for AI, next-generation infrastructure and Advanced Computing. This new collaboration reinforces Toshiba’s commitment to delivering high-performance, reli...

ThingsRecon, a pioneer in external attack surface discovery and supply chain intelligence, has released the results of its first industry-wide study into the state of digital hygiene across enterprises.  The research analysed more than 770,000 digital assets, including applications, domains, IPs, scripts, and certificates, across multiple organisations. The findings uncovered over 800,000 high-severity hygiene issues. That’s more issues than assets, meaning that on average every digi...

AlgoSec, a global cybersecurity pioneer, announced a gross dollar retention rate of over 90% in the first half of 2025, following the launch of its AlgoSec Horizon platform.  Since its release, the Horizon platform has gained adoption across industries, underscoring the market need for convergence of cloud and on-premises networks. This widespread adoption has driven a 36% increase in new annual recurring revenue (ARR) in the first half of 2025 compared to 2024. Advanced AI capabilities...

Ivanti, a global enterprise IT and security software company, released its 2025 Digital Employee Experience (DEX) Report, which surveyed over 3,300 IT professionals and end users around the world. The research draws attention to the widening disconnect between organisations’ perceptions of their digital maturity and the real-world tech challenges faced by office workers and IT professionals alike. Over the next three years, 92% of companies plan to increase their AI investments, accordi...

At this year’s Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) exhibition, defence technology pioneer HENSOLDT and real-time analytics pioneer KX signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on next-generation defence data solutions. The agreement marks a strategic alignment between HENSOLDT’s advanced sensor, mission system, and Electromagnetic Warfare capabilities and KX’s world-class high-performance analytics platform, used globally across sectors where mi...

Sopra Steria, a major European player in the tech sector, announces the integration of hybrid post-quantum encryption technology at the heart of Datasphere, its data-centric security solution. The solution now offers a unique combination of data labelling, attribute-based access control and the latest quantum-proof encryption technologies. This development marks a decisive step forward in securing sensitive data, at a time when the acceleration of computing power is paving the way for new cyber...

Insta, a trusted cybersecurity and defence technology provider, has launched Insta DomainLink Secret™, a high-performance cross-domain solution (CDS) for secure, real-time data exchange between different networks and systems. Modern technological solution enables real-time, secure bi-directional data transfer between military domains, such as land, maritime, and air, and security clearance between different classification levels across the chain of command. Advanced operational secu...

Delkia, a major UK-based specialist systems integrator for safety-related and mission-critical systems, will showcase its advanced engineering capabilities at DSEI 2025, the world’s premier defence and security exhibition, taking place at ExCeL London from 9–12 September. The Delkia team will showcase the company’s cutting-edge capabilities in systems integration, digital engineering and technical consultancy across the highly regulated aerospace and maritime sectors.  O...

Zero Networks, a pioneer in zero trust security, is the ideal solution to support organisations seeking to follow CISA’s new zero trust microsegmentation guidance. While microsegmentation has long been considered complex and niche, a new survey from Enterprise Management Associates (EMA) signals a turning point in attitudes around microsegmentation: 96% of respondents consider microsegmentation to be extremely or very important for cyber defence. EMA survey results EMA’s research...

The CHERI Alliance announces that the Electronic Design Automation segment of Siemens Digital Industries Software has joined the non-profit organisation as a member to promote and enable a new level of cybersecurity in the EDA industry. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in CHERI’s mission to advance technological innovations and bolster security measures in the digital landscape. Adoption of CHERI technology The CHERI Alliance is a global consortium that unites a diverse...

Entrust, a pioneer in identity-centric security solutions, announced an expanded partnership with Mastercard to enhance fraud prevention by integrating Mastercard Identity insights (powered by Ekata) into the Entrust Identity Verification Security Platform. The collaboration empowers organisations to strengthen fraud detection and prevention, reduce time and costs associated with manual intervention, and streamline end-users' digital onboarding experience. Digital First and Iden...

In the hyper-connected world, cyber threats are no longer just a possibility—they’re an inevitability. Organisations across industries are grappling with increasingly sophisticated attacks that disrupt operations, compromise sensitive data and erode trust. A whopping 88% of organisations expect GenAI to explode data volumes, yet 65% of these same organisations backup less than 50% of their data. For business pioneers, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Staying competitive in this...

Narf Industries plc, a renowned U.S.-based cybersecurity group specialising in advanced threat intelligence and software system security, announced that its Ranger.ai Agentic AI threat and remediation platform has achieved “Awardable” status through the Platform One (P1) Solutions Marketplace. The P1 Solutions Marketplace is a digital repository of post-competition, 5-minute, readily-awardable pitch videos that address the U.S. Government’s most urgent requirements in hardware...

Pioneering cybersecurity firm, Trustonic, has announced the strategic appointment of international business development consultancy, Intralink, to increase its market share in Japan. Established in 2012, Trustonic delivers advanced technology systems to drive innovation, protect revenue, and enhance security for device manufacturers worldwide. Secure OS Platform Intralink is a true business growth consultancy specialising in driving growth in global markets Committed to helping companies sec...

Sophos, a global pioneer of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, announced that Sophos Endpoint is now natively integrated and automatically included in all Taegis Extended Detection and Response (XDR) and Taegis Managed Detection and Response (MDR) subscriptions. This milestone gives customers immediate access to combined prevention, detection, and response capabilities in a single platform – while lowering costs and simplifying operations. The integration follows...

Cyware, the industry pioneer in threat intelligence operationalisation, collaboration and orchestrated response, and Trustmarque, a pioneering provider of IT solutions and services, announced a strategic partnership.  The agreement brings Cyware’s advanced threat intelligence and cyber fusion platform to UK organisations, with extended services supporting the UK Government’s “Defend as One” cyber strategy. Integrate Cyware’s AI-driven platform Trustmarque wi...

Genetec Inc., the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, is pleased to announce that the 6th annual edition of its global State of Physical Security report is now open for contributions. Last year, 5,696 physical security professionals completed the survey, offering valuable perspectives on industry challenges, emerging trends and future opportunities. Key findings included accelerated hybrid cloud adoption, the industry’s practical approach to AI adoption and IT’s...

Getronics has been recognised as a Pioneer in the UK by ISG, a pioneering technology research and advisory firm, in its 2025 Provider Lens™ Report for Cybersecurity – Services and Solutions.  This recognition specifically places Getronics as a Leader in Technical Security Services for the Midmarket, highlighting the company’s growing impact and commitment to protecting organisations across the UK. Integration-ready security solutions ISG noted that: “Getronics off...

Matrix Comsec, a pioneering provider of Security and Telecom solutions, is proud to announce its participation at FSIE 2025. With decades of innovation and a strong focus on safety, compliance, and resilience, Matrix will present its latest technologies designed to safeguard people, assets, and infrastructure. How Matrix solutions address evolving challenges? Visitors will experience how Matrix solutions address evolving challenges across key domains: Smart Buildings: Seamless integration...

Through their strategic partnership, 360 Vision Technology and Northwood Technology are setting new standards of excellence in high-security surveillance across Ireland.  Sharing the same commitment to quality in visual surveillance, the partnership offers end-to-end camera solutions engineered to deliver advanced situational awareness across a broad range of specialist applications in demanding environments. With a reputation as being Ireland’s most progressive distributor, Northwo...

Hanwha Vision has achieved ISO 37001:2025 Anti-Bribery Management System certification, an internationally recognised standard confirming that the company has strict and independently audited processes in place to prevent, detect, and address bribery. The certification reinforces Hanwha Vision’s brand’s commitment to ethical conduct, professional transparency, and accountability across every stage of its operations, from product design and manufacturing to sales and partne...

Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), the global pioneer in enterprise physical security software, outlined key considerations for IT professionals as they look to strengthen protection against today’s cyber threats while preparing for the challenges of tomorrow. With the region’s growing investments in smart cities, energy hubs, and mega events, the need for physical security solutions that seamlessly integrate with IT infrastructure has never been greater. For IT professionals t...