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SentinelOne® Launches PinnacleOne Strategic Advisory Group

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

To help its customers overcome this collision of business and geopolitical risk, SentinelOne (NYSE: S), a global leader in AI security, is launching PinnacleOne , a strategic risk analysis and advisory group.

Key Points: 
  • To help its customers overcome this collision of business and geopolitical risk, SentinelOne (NYSE: S), a global leader in AI security, is launching PinnacleOne , a strategic risk analysis and advisory group.
  • “In launching PinnacleOne, we are providing access to top experts who can help enterprises think bigger and broader than the siloed approaches of today.
  • “Through PinnacleOne, we will be able to provide independent advisory services informed by SentinelOne’s incredible research and threat intelligence capabilities, and help customers navigate the challenges of securely operating in today’s world.
  • I am looking forward to working with the entire team in building the most trusted name in cybersecurity.”
    As part of launching PinnacleOne, SentinelOne has acquired KSG.

PowerSchool Announces Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

PowerSchool Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: PWSC) (“PowerSchool” or the “Company”), the leading provider of cloud-based software for K-12 education in North America, today announced financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • PowerSchool Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: PWSC) (“PowerSchool” or the “Company”), the leading provider of cloud-based software for K-12 education in North America, today announced financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2023.
  • “These third quarter results showcase our ability to build scale, operate with efficiency, and generate value," said PowerSchool CEO Hardeep Gulati.
  • Enables PowerSchool to centralize, enrich, and innovate the communication processes that have been fragmented and inefficient for both districts and parents.
  • Commenting on the Company’s financial results, Eric Shander, PowerSchool President and CFO, added, “We are pleased to see such consistent execution across our teams in this third quarter as we balance our revenue growth objectives with our goals around profitability and cash flow.

WinMagic Writes Open Letter on New NSA and CISA IAM Guidance

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Monday, October 30, 2023

This document provides invaluable assistance to vendors and developers within the cybersecurity community, promising significant benefits to the industry as a whole.

Key Points: 
  • This document provides invaluable assistance to vendors and developers within the cybersecurity community, promising significant benefits to the industry as a whole.
  • WinMagic has carefully reviewed the document and has released an open letter with a set of innovative suggestions, presented in two distinct sections, "MFA Definitions and Policy Changes" and "Standards Improvement Opportunities."
  • “At WinMagic, we felt compelled to contribute our thoughts and innovation to support the collective pursuit of enhanced security in an ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape."
  • The Company’s collective goal is to accelerate the realization of a zero-trust security environment while ensuring a frictionless experience for users.

OneSpan's CEO and President, Matthew Moynahan, to Participate in Aspen Cyber Summit

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Monday, November 6, 2023

OneSpan ™(NASDAQ: OSPN), the digital agreements security company, is proud to announce its sponsorship of the Aspen Cyber Summit taking place on November 15 at the 92nd Street Y in New York City.

Key Points: 
  • OneSpan ™(NASDAQ: OSPN), the digital agreements security company, is proud to announce its sponsorship of the Aspen Cyber Summit taking place on November 15 at the 92nd Street Y in New York City.
  • The Aspen Cyber Summit provides a unique platform for cybersecurity experts, government officials, and industry leaders to engage in meaningful discussions and collaborative efforts in addressing the complex challenges of the digital age.
  • Matthew Moynahan, CEO and President of OneSpan, will play a pivotal role in the summit's discussions, bringing valuable insights and expertise to the forefront of cybersecurity and digital trust in two speaking sessions.
  • Moynahan will join distinguished experts in the field of cybersecurity to explore the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats.

Cyber Innovation Center Awarded $129M in Federal Funding to Boost Louisiana’s Cybersecurity Leadership

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Monday, October 30, 2023

The Cyber Innovation Center (CIC), a catalyst for the development and expansion of a knowledge-based workforce, today announced a total of $129 million in federal funding to continue industry-leading innovation through CYBER.ORG and STRIKEWERX , its leading subsidiary organizations driving innovation in the region.

Key Points: 
  • The Cyber Innovation Center (CIC), a catalyst for the development and expansion of a knowledge-based workforce, today announced a total of $129 million in federal funding to continue industry-leading innovation through CYBER.ORG and STRIKEWERX , its leading subsidiary organizations driving innovation in the region.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231030181482/en/
    This further positions the CIC and the surrounding region as a leading U.S. cybersecurity hub.
  • Additionally, this investment enables the CIC to continue to drive impact in Louisiana as the nation’s leading cybersecurity hub and make its mark in Washington, D.C.
    “The Cyber Innovation Center is honored by the federal government’s investment in our groundbreaking work,” said Kevin Nolten, Vice President of the Cyber Innovation Center.
  • “This funding reflects the commitment that Louisiana and the greater Bossier City region has in advancing research, education, and technological innovation.

Ballistic Ventures Appoints Federal Cybersecurity Officials Chris Inglis and Kiersten Todt as Advisors

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ballistic Ventures, the venture capital firm dedicated exclusively to funding and incubating entrepreneurs and innovations in cybersecurity, today announced former National Cyber Director Chris Inglis and former Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Chief of Staff Kiersten Todt joined the firm as federal advisors.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ballistic Ventures , the venture capital firm dedicated exclusively to funding and incubating entrepreneurs and innovations in cybersecurity, today announced former National Cyber Director Chris Inglis and former Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Chief of Staff Kiersten Todt joined the firm as federal advisors.
  • Former National Cyber Director Chris Inglis and CISA official Kiersten Todt join Ballistic Ventures as advisors.
  • In their advisory roles, Inglis and Todt will draw from their extensive federal cybersecurity expertise to assess potential investments, offer strategic support to portfolio companies navigating government policies and regulations, and share federal market guidance.
  • "Chris and Kiersten bring a unique and invaluable perspective to the Ballistic Ventures team given their decades-long experience in working in cybersecurity at the federal level," said Ted Schlein, co-founder and general partner at Ballistic Ventures.

SonicWall Data Confirms that Ransomware is Still the Enterprise's Biggest Fear

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

MILPITAS, Calif., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As Cybersecurity Awareness Month comes to a close, SonicWall today released the findings of its 2023 SonicWall Threat Mindset Survey which found that 55% of its customers are more concerned about cyberattacks in 2023, with the main threat being focused on digital attacks like ransomware and spear phishing.

Key Points: 
  • "Understanding our partners and customers greatest concerns is at the heart of SonicWall's outside-in strategy," said SonicWall President and CEO Bob VanKirk.
  • The data from the 2023 SonicWall Threat Mindset Survey helps keep our finger on the pulse of what truly matters to our valued customers.
  • Critical business information and sensitive data can be found in employees' emails – and IT professionals feel the concern.
  • Companies are not only losing millions of dollars to unending malware and ransomware strikes but cyberattacks on essential infrastructure are impacting real-world services.

U.S. Supreme Court to Hear Landmark NCLA Case Against Government Social Media Censorship

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Saturday, October 21, 2023

This afternoon the Court agreed to hear arguments over the Fifth Circuit’s grant of a preliminary injunction in Missouri v. Biden, a case brought on behalf of NCLA clients Drs.

Key Points: 
  • This afternoon the Court agreed to hear arguments over the Fifth Circuit’s grant of a preliminary injunction in Missouri v. Biden, a case brought on behalf of NCLA clients Drs.
  • The New Civil Liberties Alliance welcomes this opportunity to defend the First Amendment rights of our clients in the U.S. Supreme Court.
  • NCLA released the following statements:
    “We are disappointed Americans’ First Amendment rights will be vulnerable to government infringement until this case is decided.
  • The First Amendment forbids such censorship, and the Supreme Court must never allow such mischief again, if we are to keep our democracy.”

SecurityScorecard Achieves FedRAMP® Ready Designation to Enable U.S. Federal Agencies with Supply Chain Risk Management, Critical Infrastructure Monitoring, and Regulatory Oversight

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

SecurityScorecard combines national security-grade threat intelligence, automatic third-party vendor detection, and the world’s most complete Security Ratings Platform to mitigate supply chain attacks.

Key Points: 
  • SecurityScorecard combines national security-grade threat intelligence, automatic third-party vendor detection, and the world’s most complete Security Ratings Platform to mitigate supply chain attacks.
  • TSA partnership sets blueprint for U.S. federal agencies with critical infrastructure oversight
    SecurityScorecard FedRAMP Ready status comes on the heels of a partnership with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) .
  • A fully FedRAMP-authorized solution from SecurityScorecard will provide agencies with real-time monitoring of critical infrastructure and secure collaboration capabilities to enhance resilience.
  • Key benefits of the SecurityScorecard Platform for U.S. federal agencies:
    Operationalize third-party cyber risk management: Out-of-the-box compatibility to operationalize third-party cyber risk management across critical infrastructure.

1touch.io and QuintessenceLabs Join Forces to Address Quantum Computing Security Challenges

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 1touch.io, a pioneer in sensitive data intelligence, and QuintessenceLabs, renowned for its quantum-safe encryption, today announced a strategic Independent Software Vendor (ISV) partnership. The collaboration is set to strengthen enterprise defenses against the cryptographic threats posed by quantum computing.

Key Points: 
  • The collaboration is set to strengthen enterprise defenses against the cryptographic threats posed by quantum computing.
  • The advent of quantum computing has cast a shadow over traditional cryptographic algorithms, such as RSA, AES-128, ECC, and Diffie-Hellman, which have long been pillars in safeguarding sensitive data.
  • QuintessenceLabs amplifies this defense framework with quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms, establishing a foundation for an efficient transition in the quantum era.
  • Stop by Booth #101 and learn how to strengthen enterprise defenses against the cryptographic threats posed by quantum computing.