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User identity management and governance is emerging as a top challenge for chief information security officers. That’s according to a new report today from the investment arm of Cisco Systems Inc., in partnership with Forgepoint Capital LP, NightDragon Group LLC and Team8 LP. …
OpenText expands relationship with Google Cloud to deliver AI-powered integrations
Enterprise software provider OpenText Corp. today announced an expansion of its strategic relationship with Google Cloud to deliver artificial intelligence-powered integrations that will help organizations turn their information on the cloud platform into a competitive advantage. The companies say the “co-innovation roadmap” of OpenText’s …
Barracuda details how AI is being used by attackers and defenders
Cloud cybersecurity firm Barracuda Networks Inc. today released a new report on the evolution of the malicious use of artificial intelligence, providing information about how AI is being used by attackers and to prevent attacks. The report is based on the analysis of 905 …
CarderBee hacking group targets organizations in Asia
An unknown advanced persistent threat group has been observed attacking organizations in Asia, particularly Hong Kong, using commercial software to deploy “backdoor” malware. Dubbed “CarderBee” by researchers at Symantec, the hacking group uses Cobra DocGuard Client, a software package designed to allow users …
New Nile DHCP service simplifies and secures dynamic connectivity
Enterprise network-as-a-service startup Nile Global Inc. today launched Nile DHCP, a fully cloud-hosted Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol service that simplifies and secures the dynamic connectivity crucial for modern business operations. Nile argues that legacy on-premises DHCP servers often create manual inefficiencies and security risks that …
Air cargo industry startup Aircon raises $3.3M to grow its AI infrastructure
Aircon Air Freight Inc., which calls itself a gateway-as-a-service for the air cargo industry, announced today that it has raised $3.3 million in new funding to invest in deeper partnerships, global gateway expansion and artificial intelligence tech infrastructure. Founded in 2021, Aircon …
Israeli SaaS security platform startup Grip Security raises $41M
Israeli software-as-a-service security platform startup Grip Security Ltd. announced today that it has raised $41 million in new funding to accelerate its growth trajectory, including expanding investment in go-to-market teams, research and development, operational functions and global expansion. Founded in 2021, Grip offers a SaaS …
Security automation startup Cerby raises $17M for go-to-market efforts
Security automation startup Cerby Inc. today announced that it has raised $17 million in new funding to scale up its go-to-market efforts and invest more in generative artificial intelligence. Founded in 2020, Cerby offers an access management platform for nonstandard and disconnected applications. The …
Japanese watchmaker Seiko struck by BlackCat/ ALPHV ransomware attack
Japanese watchmaker Seiko Group Corp. has been struck by a ransomware attack, with the BlackCat/ALPHV ransomware gang claiming responsibility. The attack, officially described as a data breach, was disclosed by Seiko on Aug. 10 and is said to have taken place on July …
YouTube announces AI music principles, launches new incubator program
Alphabet Inc.’s YouTube today published a set of artificial intelligence music principles and launched the YouTube Music AI Incubator, starting with artists and others from Universal Music Group N.V. YouTube’s AI music principles are claimed to be rooted in the service’s commitment …