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Generative AI takes center stage at SAS Innovate

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Monday, March 25, 2024

CARY, N.C., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Generative AI has captured the public's imagination because it makes data and AI more accessible to people of varying job roles and experience. Yet for many organizations, putting AI into practice and generating trustworthy insights remain huge challenges.

Key Points: 
  • The best place to learn how to build value with AI is SAS Innovate , the data and AI experience for business leaders, technical users and SAS partners.
  • "Innovation is at the core of how SAS serves its customers, and that's what SAS Innovate celebrates," said Jennifer Chase, Chief Marketing Officer at SAS.
  • A new event at SAS Innovate this year is an express version of the annual SAS Hackathon.
  • SAS will also host SAS Innovate on Tour , a series of complimentary in-person events in Asia, Europe and Latin America from May through September (registration coming soon).

Synopsys Strengthens Polaris Software Integrity Platform with New Dynamic Security Testing Capabilities

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

SUNNYVALE, Calif., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) today announced the availability of Synopsys fAST Dynamic, a new dynamic application security testing (DAST) offering on the Synopsys Polaris Software Integrity Platform®. fAST Dynamic enables development, security, and DevOps teams to quickly find and fix security vulnerabilities in modern web applications without impeding development velocity. fAST Dynamic features a simplified onboarding and configuration experience, smart attack execution, and an innovative analysis engine designed for DevSecOps workflows.

Key Points: 
  • Cloud-based dynamic analysis offering optimized for modern web applications, DevSecOps workflows
    SUNNYVALE, Calif., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS ) today announced the availability of Synopsys fAST Dynamic , a new dynamic application security testing (DAST) offering on the Synopsys Polaris Software Integrity Platform ®.
  • fAST Dynamic enables development, security, and DevOps teams to quickly find and fix security vulnerabilities in modern web applications without impeding development velocity.
  • Synopsys fAST Dynamic, which is built on the innovative scanning technology acquired from WhiteHat Security, complements the fAST Static and fAST SCA capabilities introduced on the Polaris platform in 2023.
  • Synopsys fAST Dynamic will be generally available on the Polaris platform in April and can be purchased as a stand-alone offering or together with fAST Static and fAST SCA.

AccessIT Group Expands Sales Operations into Midwest Markets

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa., Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AccessIT Group, a Pennsylvania-based cybersecurity solutions provider specializing in the design, implementation and operation of security programs and infrastructure for business clients, is excited to announce the establishment of a new sales office in Chicago. Following the successful opening of its sixth satellite office in Florida, the 23-year-old company continues its strategic growth with the addition of Martin Kondziolka, a seasoned professional in the cybersecurity industry, to drive expansion in the Midwest market.

Key Points: 
  • KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa., Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AccessIT Group, a Pennsylvania-based cybersecurity solutions provider specializing in the design, implementation and operation of security programs and infrastructure for business clients, is excited to announce the establishment of a new sales office in Chicago.
  • Following the successful opening of its sixth satellite office in Florida, the 23-year-old company continues its strategic growth with the addition of Martin Kondziolka, a seasoned professional in the cybersecurity industry, to drive expansion in the Midwest market.
  • Over the past two years, AccessIT Group has been building a strong foundation for success in the Chicago area through strategic hires.
  • Robert Reilly, AccessIT Group's Vice President of Sales, expresses enthusiasm stating, "We are thrilled to expand our sales organization into the heart of Chicago.

Cybersecurity Veteran Jerry Hoff Appointed New CEO of SightGain

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Hoff takes over a company on the rise. SightGain achieved a 100% renewal rate for all customers in 2023 and is on track to double annual recurring revenue again in 2023. Additionally, SightGain has found a niche with consulting customers and service providers that want to provide clients better results with automated assessments and analysis -- a major source of growth in 2024 and beyond.

Key Points: 
  • SightGain welcomed Jerry Hoff as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective December 1st.
  • Hoff brings significant startup leadership and senior cybersecurity experience to the SightGain team.
  • SightGain achieved a 100% renewal rate for all customers in 2023 and is on track to double annual recurring revenue again in 2023.
  • SightGain delivers invaluable security insights that will be the north star of security programs, especially as organizations adopt Zero Trust,” said Hoff.

Philanthropist and Cancer Advocate Joins Bridge To A Cure Board of Directors

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

FORT MYERS, Fla., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bridge To A Cure Foundation announces the appointment of Nan Moore Smith as a new member of its Board of Directors. In this capacity, Smith contributes perspectives that stem from her expertise as a cancer patient advocate and research patron.

Key Points: 
  • Nan Moore Smith joins Bridge To A Cure Foundation Board of Directors, where she contributes perspectives from her expertise as a cancer patient advocate and research patron.
  • FORT MYERS, Fla., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bridge To A Cure Foundation announces the appointment of Nan Moore Smith as a new member of its Board of Directors.
  • In this capacity, Smith contributes perspectives that stem from her expertise as a cancer patient advocate and research patron.
  • "[Nan's] fundraising success, vast network, and compassion for childhood cancer patients and families are matched by a fierce determination to help Bridge To A Cure unify and transform the cancer research community."

MoloLamken Adds Accomplished Federal Prosecutor

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MoloLamken LLP, a premier national litigation boutique, today announced that Jennifer (Sasso) Schubert, an accomplished federal prosecutor in New York, has joined the firm as a partner in the New York office.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MoloLamken LLP, a premier national litigation boutique, today announced that Jennifer (Sasso) Schubert, an accomplished federal prosecutor in New York, has joined the firm as a partner in the New York office.
  • "Jenn is an accomplished trial lawyer," said partner and firm co-founder Steven Molo .
  • Recently, MoloLamken won major recoveries for the Cherokee Nation against opioid manufacturers, shareholders of Alibaba, and bond holders of Avaya.
  • More importantly, the firm takes a tremendously thoughtful approach to developing talent and maintaining a highly collaborative culture that embraces diversity.

Hackathon Highlights: How the American University of Sharjah and Bybit Are Shaping Tech Talent in the UAE

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

VICTORIA, Seychelles, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit , the world's third most visited crypto exchange, has successfully concluded its first Inter-College Hackathon.

Key Points: 
  • VICTORIA, Seychelles, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit , the world's third most visited crypto exchange, has successfully concluded its first Inter-College Hackathon.
  • The landmark event, which took place at the American University of Sharjah (AUS), saw a strong turnout of 86 teams who vied for the top prize in the CryptoAI BUILDER Challenge.
  • The hackathon was marked by an impressive participation of 63 students, forming a total of 15 teams.
  • "This hackathon provided a unique opportunity for students across the UAE to participate in learning and building solutions around these two key technologies.

Hackathon Highlights: How the American University of Sharjah and Bybit Are Shaping Tech Talent in the UAE

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

VICTORIA, Seychelles, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit , the world's third most visited crypto exchange, has successfully concluded its first Inter-College Hackathon.

Key Points: 
  • VICTORIA, Seychelles, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit , the world's third most visited crypto exchange, has successfully concluded its first Inter-College Hackathon.
  • The landmark event, which took place at the American University of Sharjah (AUS), saw a strong turnout of 86 teams who vied for the top prize in the CryptoAI BUILDER Challenge.
  • The hackathon was marked by an impressive participation of 63 students, forming a total of 15 teams.
  • "This hackathon provided a unique opportunity for students across the UAE to participate in learning and building solutions around these two key technologies.

Application security market to grow by USD 16.68 Billion between 2022-2026 | The market is driven by the growing number of data leaks - Technavio

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Monday, November 6, 2023

Technavio has segmented the market based on end-user (web application security and mobile application security) and geography (North America, Europe, APAC, Middle East and Africa, and South America).

Key Points: 
  • Technavio has segmented the market based on end-user (web application security and mobile application security) and geography (North America, Europe, APAC, Middle East and Africa, and South America).
  • The market growth in the web application security segment will be significant during the forecast period.
  • By geography, the global application security market is segmented into North America, Europe, APAC, Middle East and Africa, and South America.
  • The report provides actionable insights and estimates the contribution of all regions to the growth of the global application security market.

Ryan Gosling Tops McAfee’s 2023 Hacker Celebrity Hot List

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231025932929/en/
    McAfee finds Ryan Gosling as number one for the Hacker Celebrity Hot List (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Gosling finds himself in prime position as a scammer’s favorite lure, thanks to the blockbuster movie, Barbie.
  • Trailing Gosling as the celebrity whose name is most used by scammers, is Emily Blunt in the No.2 position.
  • Within the top ten list, the popularity of Barbie shines through, with three of its stars making the Hacker Celebrity Hot List: America Ferrera at No.10, Margot Robbie at No.8 and Ryan Gosling at No.1.
  • For example, our No.6 celebrity on the list, Elon Musk, has been subject to a series of deepfake content.