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Exabeam partners with Vectra AI to boost cloud threat defence

Wed, 21st May 2025
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Exabeam and Vectra AI have partnered to combine their platforms, enhancing threat detection and response across cloud environments with unified security operations.
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Starburst reports record revenues with AI-driven growth

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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Starburst reports record financial results for FY25, fuelled by a 94% surge in cloud product adoption and a 20% increase in net new customers.
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Vectra AI launches global scholarship in AI & cyber

Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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Vectra AI has unveiled the Vectra AI Scholars Program, offering scholarships and mentorship to inspire the next generation in AI and cybersecurity.
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UK government considers banning ransomware payments

Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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The UK government is consulting on a plan to ban ransomware payments by public sector bodies, amid rising cyberattacks, particularly in healthcare.
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Vectra AI leads in 2024 IDC report on network detection

Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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Vectra AI has been named a leader in the 2024 IDC MarketScape assessment for its exceptional network detection and response capabilities.
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Vectra AI appoints Taj El-Khayat to boost EMEA growth

Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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Vectra AI has appointed Taj El-Khayat as Vice President of EMEA Partner Sales and Alliances to boost its cybersecurity services across the region.
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Vectra AI enhances platform with new Azure defences

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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Vectra AI has expanded its cybersecurity platform to enhance defences for Microsoft Azure, adding over 40 new attacker behaviour detections amid rising threats.
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Westcon-Comstor expands AWS Marketplace across EMEA

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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Westcon-Comstor has expanded its AWS Marketplace programme across EMEA to enhance partner engagement amid growing demand in Europe and the Middle East.
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Security practitioners embrace AI amidst tool distrust

Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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A report by Vectra AI reveals 71% of SOC practitioners fear missing genuine threats among rising security alerts amid growing dissatisfaction with traditional tools.
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Vectra AI unveils new clarity programme to boost MSSP services

Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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Vectra AI launches the Vectra AI Clarity Program for MSSPs to meet rising demands for advanced XDR solutions, offering flexibility and customised cybersecurity services.
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AI's transformative impact celebrated on AI Appreciation Day

Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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As AI Appreciation Day on 16 July nears, industry leaders highlight AI's transformative role in sectors like cybersecurity and data management.
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Sailesh Munagala joins Vectra AI as new CFO amid expansion

Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
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Sailesh Munagala has joined Vectra AI as CFO during crucial expansion to fortify enterprises against threats from the swift adoption of Generative AI tools.
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Cyber-attacks disrupt critical operations at London hospitals

Thu, 6th Jun 2024
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Cyber-attacks have paralysed three major London hospitals, forcing operation cancellations and highlighting vulnerabilities in healthcare cybersecurity.
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Westcon expands Vectra AI partnership to UK, Ireland, Nordics

Thu, 16th May 2024
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Westcon-Comstor expands its collaboration with Vectra AI into the UK, Ireland, and Nordics, promising enhanced AI-driven threat detection.
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Vectra AI integrates with CrowdStrike to modernise security response

Fri, 10th May 2024
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Vectra AI integrates with CrowdStrike Falcon Next Gen SIEM, launching a modern approach to hybrid attack detection and response.
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Vectra AI upgrades platform to counter GenAI cyber threats

Fri, 10th May 2024
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Vectra AI advances its Platform with an upgrade to address the growing threat of GenAI tool exploitation by cyber attackers.
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Vectra AI expands platform to counter GenAI cyber threats

Tue, 7th May 2024
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Vectra AI expands its platform to combat cyber threats arising from booming use of Generative AI tools, including Microsoft's MS Copilot, thereby bolstering enterprise defence.
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Former Google Cloud VP Jeff Reed joins Vectra AI as Chief Product Officer

Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
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Vectra AI, a leader in artificial intelligence, bolsters its C-suite by appointing former Google Cloud VP of Product, Jeff Reed, as Chief Product Officer amidst strategic growth and the pioneering launch of industry-first open MXDR service, Vectra MXDR.
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Vectra AI & Gigamon partner for hybrid cloud security solution

Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
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Vectra AI and Gigamon partner to offer AI-driven extended detection and response (XDR) for large enterprises across hybrid cloud environments, enhancing observability and threat detection.
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Vectra pioneers global open MXDR service for hybrid attack defence

Mon, 19th Feb 2024
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Vectra has launched the industry's first global open MXDR service, aimed at bolstering defence against hybrid attacks and easing the pressure on SOC teams, struggling amid a surge in isolated tool alerts.