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F5 unveils AI Assistant to automate iRules & simplify app security

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F5 launches AI Assistant to simplify app security and automate iRules code generation, boosting efficiency in hybrid and multicloud environments.
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Rubrik boosts AWS database security with DynamoDB, RDS tools

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Rubrik enhances AWS cloud security with new tools for Amazon DynamoDB and cyber resilience solutions for Amazon RDS, boosting data protection and recovery.
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Fortinet named SASE leader by Gartner, eyes USD $28.5 billion market

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Fortinet has been named a Leader in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for SASE Platforms, targeting a USD $28.5 billion market with its unified security solutions.
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Chargebacks911 report reveals USD $170 billion hit from fraud

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Chargebacks911 reveals merchants lose over USD $170 billion annually to chargeback fraud, driven by consumer convenience and rising dispute misuse in digital payments.
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Mobile app breaches cost firms USD $7 million despite confidence

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Despite 93% confidence in defences, 62% of firms faced mobile app breaches costing an average of USD $6.9 million in 2025, says Guardsquare study.
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Ransomware, AI & vendor risks drive billions in 2025 breaches

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Ransomware, AI-powered attacks and vendor risks drive billions in cyber breach costs in 2025, with retail the hardest hit sector globally.
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DevOps platforms see surge in outages & downtime in 2024 report

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DevOps platforms like Jira and Azure DevOps saw notable surges in outages and security incidents in 2024, causing significant downtime and disruption globally.
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UK universities & insurers launch GBP £2 million AI risk project

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UK universities and insurers have launched a GBP £2 million project to develop insurance products addressing risks from commercial artificial intelligence use.
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Bitdefender named sole Visionary in 2025 Gartner EPP report

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Bitdefender is named the sole Visionary in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Protection Platforms for the third year running.
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Netskope named Leader in Gartner SASE Magic Quadrant again

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Netskope is named Leader again in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Secure Access Service Edge, reflecting its vision and strong execution in cybersecurity.
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DigiCert opens registration for World Quantum Readiness Day 2025

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DigiCert opens registration for World Quantum Readiness Day 2025, focusing on preparing enterprises and governments for quantum computing security challenges.
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RedShield launches Third Horizon to combat rising DDoS threats

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RedShield launches Third Horizon, a new feature demanding email verification to bolster defence against rising DDoS and automated bot attacks worldwide.
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Extreme Platform ONE launches with integrated AI for networks

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Extreme Networks launches Extreme Platform ONE, integrating AI to cut network tasks by 90% and speed up resolution by 98%, simplifying IT management.
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Diligent unveils ACL AI Studio to simplify GRC data analysis

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Diligent has launched ACL AI Studio, an AI-powered tool simplifying governance, risk and compliance data analysis for audit, risk and compliance teams.
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Cloudflare records largest DDoS attack at 7.3 Tbps in Q2 2025

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Cloudflare blocked a record 7.3 Tbps DDoS attack in Q2 2025 amid a 44% annual rise in attack severity, highlighting growing cyber threats to critical sectors.
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AI transforms security, safety & efficiency in global industries

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AI is reshaping global industries by enhancing security, safety, and efficiency, becoming essential in sectors from cybersecurity to logistics and construction.
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New Relic named Magic Quadrant Leader for observability

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New Relic has been named a Leader in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Observability Platforms for the 13th consecutive year, highlighting its AI-driven innovation.
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Rising SaaS breaches reveal overconfidence & lax defences

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A new report reveals 75% of organisations faced SaaS breaches last year, yet 91% remain confident in their security, highlighting a worrying overconfidence.
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New research reveals flaws in cybersecurity recruitment approach

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New research reveals enterprise cybersecurity recruitment struggles stem from inconsistent roles, poor pay, limited remote work, and neglect of mental health support.
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KnowBe4 launches AI-powered Prevent to tackle email risk

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KnowBe4 launches AI-powered Prevent to help SMBs prevent outbound email risks by using real-time machine learning alerts against data breaches.