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AccuWeather acquires TOA Systems' lightning detection tech
Agricultural Technology

AccuWeather acquires TOA Systems' lightning detection tech

AccuWeather has acquired TOA Systems' lightning network, enhancing global lightning detection capabilities and aiming to improve safety and preparedness.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Jan 2025

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Catalogic unveils DPX 4.13 to boost backup integrity & cyber defences
Data Protection

Catalogic unveils DPX 4.13 to boost backup integrity & cyber defences

Catalogic launches DPX 4.13, enhancing enterprise backup with automated integrity checks, malware detection and faster disaster recovery for better data protection.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Sep 2025
Turnitin updates tool to detect AI-bypassed & humanised text
EduTech

Turnitin updates tool to detect AI-bypassed & humanised text

Turnitin updates its AI detection tool to identify text altered by AI bypassers and humanisers, aiding educators in upholding academic integrity.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Aug 2025
Turnitin updates tool to detect AI bypassers & humanised text
Large Language Models

Turnitin updates tool to detect AI bypassers & humanised text

Turnitin has updated its AI detection tools to identify AI-generated and humanised text, helping educators uphold academic integrity amid rising misuse.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Aug 2025
LevelBlue acquires Trustwave to form largest global MSSP
DevOps

LevelBlue acquires Trustwave to form largest global MSSP

LevelBlue's acquisition of Trustwave creates the world's largest pure-play managed security services provider, enhancing global cyber defence capabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
Rapid7 launches agentic AI to boost MDR speed & accuracy
Semiconductors

Rapid7 launches agentic AI to boost MDR speed & accuracy

Rapid7 has introduced agentic AI workflows to its MDR platform, boosting SOC speed and accuracy by automating investigations and enhancing threat response.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025
Check Point to acquire Veriti Cybersecurity for threat exposure
Firewalls

Check Point to acquire Veriti Cybersecurity for threat exposure

Check Point is set to acquire Veriti Cybersecurity, enhancing its Infinity Platform with automated, pre-emptive threat exposure and mitigation across multi-vendor environments.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
Honeywell unveils hydrogen leak sensor with ten-year lifespan
Partner Programmes

Honeywell unveils hydrogen leak sensor with ten-year lifespan

Honeywell has launched a hydrogen leak sensor using Thermal Conductivity Detection, offering up to ten years of maintenance-free operation for safer hydrogen systems.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 7th May 2025
Anetac launches Human Link Pro to combat access risk with AI
Identity and Access Management

Anetac launches Human Link Pro to combat access risk with AI

Anetac launches Human Link Pro, unifying human and non-human identity management with AI to combat rising security risks amid workforce shifts globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025
Kaspersky named leader in 2025 SPARK Matrix for cyber threat intelligence
Endpoint Protection

Kaspersky named leader in 2025 SPARK Matrix for cyber threat intelligence

Kaspersky is recognised as a Leader in the 2025 SPARK Matrix for Digital Threat Intelligence Management, praised for its advanced cyber threat intelligence services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
Arctic Wolf finalises acquisition of BlackBerry's Cylance
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Arctic Wolf finalises acquisition of BlackBerry's Cylance

Arctic Wolf has acquired BlackBerry's Cylance to boost its Aurora platform, integrating advanced AI-driven security capabilities for enhanced endpoint protection.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Feb 2025
Ironscales unveils Autopilot to boost AI email security
Phishing

Ironscales unveils Autopilot to boost AI email security

IRONSCALES has launched its Winter 2024 Release, introducing AI-driven features to bolster email security against advanced phishing threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Dec 2024
CyTwist unveils engine to detect AI-powered cyberattacks
Malware

CyTwist unveils engine to detect AI-powered cyberattacks

CyTwist has unveiled a groundbreaking detection engine to identify AI-generated cyberattacks in minutes, enhancing security for organisations worldwide.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024

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Indian hackathon awards top innovators for tackling fake news
Artificial Intelligence

Indian hackathon awards top innovators for tackling fake news

The TruthTell Hackathon, organised by the India Cellular & Electronics Association, has awarded INR 10 lakhs to five innovative teams tackling misinformation.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
SenseOn introduces AI case summaries to boost security
Firewalls

SenseOn introduces AI case summaries to boost security

SenseOn has unveiled AI-generated case summaries to enhance cybersecurity efficiency, enabling teams to respond to threats in under 16 minutes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
Chinese cyberespionage targets European IT service firms
Malware

Chinese cyberespionage targets European IT service firms

A new cyberespionage campaign, named 'Operation Digital Eye', has emerged, targeting IT service providers in Southern Europe to infiltrate digital supply chains.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024
Continuous screening vital to detect 75% more money mules
EduTech

Continuous screening vital to detect 75% more money mules

A study by Synectics reveals that 75% of money mules remain undetected without continuous KYC and AML screening, presenting a major threat to banks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2024