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Foxit adds PDF Action Inspector to spot hidden risks

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Foxit's latest PDF Editor update adds Action Inspector to uncover hidden scripts and redaction-bypassing behaviour in business documents.
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Data Privacy Day highlights shift to accountable AI data use

Wed, 4th Feb 2026
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Data Privacy Day spotlights a shift from privacy promises to provable controls, as AI, governance and regulation demand accountable data use.
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Privacy shifts from compliance checkbox to market edge

Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
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Privacy is shifting from a legal checkbox to a strategic differentiator as watchdogs and customers demand proof of real-world data protection.
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Kiteworks & BigID link discovery with data controls

Mon, 12th Jan 2026
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Kiteworks and BigID unite discovery, labelling and policy enforcement to secure sensitive data sharing across hybrid environments.
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Kiteworks & Concentric AI partner on data security

Fri, 9th Jan 2026
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cloud security
Kiteworks and Concentric AI join forces to tie AI-driven data discovery to automated controls on sensitive information shared externally.
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Proofpoint named a Leader in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant

Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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Proofpoint has been recognised as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Digital Communications Governance, reinforcing its reputation in data management.
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Proofpoint named Governance leader in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant

Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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Proofpoint has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Digital Communications Governance, highlighting its excellence in data management solutions.
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Email fraud identified as top attack vector - Proofpoint

Thu, 10th Mar 2022
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More than three quarters of ASX 200 companies are subjecting customers, partners and employees to higher risks of email fraud.