The Ultimate Guide to Security Information and Event Management
A curated UK edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Security Information and Event Management (SIEM).
What to know about Security Information and Event Management
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) is a critical component in the cybersecurity landscape, combining real-time analysis of security alerts with centralized data collection to enable effective threat detection, incident response, and compliance management. As cyber threats grow increasingly sophisticated, SIEM platforms have evolved, integrating advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and cloud capabilities to help organizations stay ahead of attacks.
This tag gathers stories highlighting the ongoing developments and challenges within the SIEM domain, including strategic considerations for security frameworks, innovative product launches, key acquisitions, and partnerships from notable vendors. Readers will find insights into how AI and machine learning are transforming SIEM functionalities, addressing skills shortages, and automating incident response to enhance security operations centers' efficiency.
Additionally, these articles explore the market dynamics of SIEM solutions, from emerging technologies and vendor comparisons to practical guidance on implementing, optimizing, and managing SIEM platforms. Whether you are an IT security professional seeking the latest trends or a business leader aiming to understand the role of SIEM in cyber risk management, this collection offers valuable perspectives to inform your cybersecurity strategy.
UK Security Information and Event Management News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
How does AI improve the speed of threat hunting?
AI-powered SOC platforms are cutting threat-hunting time from an hour to under 20 minutes, while widening access beyond senior analysts.
Why a Paranoid Posture promises to revolutionise threat detection and response
A paranoid posture and heavy automation promise to transform SOCs, cutting dwell times and exposing stealthy attacks at unprecedented scale.
Datadog to launch UK data centre for regulated cloud
Datadog will open a UK data centre in 2026, targeting public sector and regulated industries needing in-country observability data storage.
Alert fatigue drives UK IT outages & rising burnout
UK IT teams say alert fatigue and tool overload are driving outages, customer disruption and rising burnout, Splunk research shows.
Cybersecurity burnout puts UK organisations at risk
Burnout and alert fatigue among UK cyber teams are quietly eroding defences, leaving organisations exposed as attacks intensify.
UK firms fear AI data non-compliance amid new regulatory risks
Over half of UK firms are unsure if their AI-generated data meets regulations, risking heavy fines amid growing data and compliance challenges.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Security Information and Event Management
SentinelOne unveils new AI security tools for agents
Acronis boosts MSP security with new threat research
CrowdStrike posts record revenue driven by AI cybersecurity demand
Datadog named a Leader in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for DEM
Graylog named in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for SIEM tools
Featured News
Expert Columns
How does AI improve the speed of threat hunting?
The evolving role of the CSO: From technical guardian to business strategist
Why AI-powered security needs network telemetry across the hybrid cloud
Why a Paranoid Posture promises to revolutionise threat detection and response
Why streaming ETL is the key to next-gen machine learning: Feeding the AI beast in real time
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Security Information and Event Management News
AI-powered observability boosts UK business productivity & ROI
AI-powered observability boosts UK business productivity and ROI, with 75% citing improved efficiency and 125% annual return on investments reported by leaders.
Ministry of Justice boosts cyber security with Palo Alto Networks
The UK's Ministry of Justice has strengthened its cyber security with Palo Alto Networks, boosting automated threat resolution by 400% and increasing bandwidth fivefold.
Why streaming ETL is the key to next-gen machine learning: Feeding the AI beast in real time
Streaming ETL enables real-time AI insights, letting companies prevent fraud, boost sales, and improve customer retention instantly, transforming competitiveness.
UK IT leaders struggle to balance data growth & compliance risks
Over half of UK IT leaders worry about rising data volumes fueling cybersecurity, compliance risks, despite growing demand for data-driven business insights.
Datadog names Pejman Tabassomi as Field CTO for EMEA region
Datadog has appointed Pejman Tabassomi as Field CTO for EMEA, focusing on strategic technical partnerships and cloud transformation across key markets.
Contrast Security launches new channel-first strategy
Contrast Security has unveiled a channel-first strategy to boost global adoption of its application security solutions, enhancing partnerships and market reach.
Expel boosts SIEM capabilities with expanded compliance focus
Expel has expanded its security information and event management capabilities, introducing a low-cost data lake to enhance compliance and security for customers.
Logpoint & Netheimur team up to enhance Icelandic security
Logpoint has partnered with Icelandic firm Netheimur to bolster cybersecurity in Iceland, introducing its SIEM system for enhanced threat detection across sectors.
Comstor secures EMEA distribution rights for Splunk
Westcon-Comstor has secured EMEA distribution rights for Splunk, enhancing its partnership with Cisco to boost opportunities for channel partners across the region.
European cybersecurity market sees 2% growth in 2024
The European cybersecurity distribution market grew by 2% in 2024, with France leading at 12%, while Italy faced an 8% decline amid corruption issues.
AI & security to redefine company operations in 2025
As companies prepare for 2025, AI expertise and robust security measures will be crucial to address emerging challenges and improve performance.
UK CISOs face mounting stress, career changes imminent
UK Chief Information Security Officers are under growing stress, with 35% facing overwork and 23% actively seeking new job opportunities.
Logpoint acquires Muninn to bolster AI-driven cybersecurity
Logpoint has acquired Muninn to bolster its cybersecurity suite, integrating AI-driven NDR capabilities into its SIEM platform to enhance threat detection and response.
Logpoint appoints Søren Grubov as SVP of Engineering
Logpoint appoints Søren Grubov as SVP of Engineering to enhance tech portfolio and expand European market reach, reinforcing its cybersecurity mission.
How MDR will transform cybersecurity in the mid-market
Mid-sized businesses under cyber-attack pressure look to Managed Detection and Response (MDR) to bridge security and staffing gaps, navigating an evolving threat landscape.
Logpoint partners with Advitum to bolster Swedish cybersecurity
Logpoint and Advitum join forces to improve Swedish cybersecurity, aiming to provide enhanced protection, threat detection, and compliance.
NormCyber honoured as Fortinet's Security Operations Partner
NormCyber crowned Fortinet's Security Operations Partner of the Year, solidifying its prowess in advanced cyber threat defence at the UK Partner Awards.
Cyber-attacks disrupt critical operations at London hospitals
Cyber-attacks have paralysed three major London hospitals, forcing operation cancellations and highlighting vulnerabilities in healthcare cybersecurity.
Acumen expands partnerships to bolster cyber security services for MSPs & VARs
Acumen, a UK-based cyber security firm, reveals plans to expand partnerships with MSPs and VARs to deliver specialist security services amid heightened demand.
LogRhythm extends LRQA Nettitude collaboration to boost UK cybersecurity
LogRhythm boosts UK cybersecurity, extending its tie-up with LRQA Nettitude: the inaugural UK firm to offer a managed service for LogRhythm's security platform, Axon.
