SASE

Versa Networks Announces Participation in Microsoft Security Copilot Partner Private Preview

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Versa Networks, the global leader in AI/ML-powered Unified Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Software-Defined WAN (SD-WAN), today announced its participation in the Microsoft Security Copilot Partner Private Preview.

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  • Versa Networks, the global leader in AI/ML-powered Unified Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Software-Defined WAN (SD-WAN), today announced its participation in the Microsoft Security Copilot Partner Private Preview.
  • Versa was selected based on its proven experience with Microsoft Security technologies, willingness to explore and provide feedback on cutting-edge functionality, and close relationship with Microsoft.
  • “AI is one of the defining technologies of our time and has the potential to drive meaningful, step-change progress in cybersecurity,” said Ann Johnson, corporate vice president of Microsoft Security Business Development.
  • “We are excited to be a partner participating in the Microsoft Security Copilot Partner Private Preview and to lend Versa’s expertise to influence and shape future AI-based product development,” said Sunil Ravi, Chief Security Architect at Versa.

Adtran integrates Intel NetSec Accelerator Reference Design with Ensemble Cloudlet to enable edge cluster nodes and deliver edge cloud performance

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Adtran today announced that it is integrating the Intel NetSec Accelerator Reference Design with its Ensemble Cloudlet solution to enhance edge cloud deployments with advanced security, faster data processing and improved networking performance.

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  • Adtran today announced that it is integrating the Intel NetSec Accelerator Reference Design with its Ensemble Cloudlet solution to enhance edge cloud deployments with advanced security, faster data processing and improved networking performance.
  • With the increasing demand for robust edge cloud solutions, Intel’s reference design for expansion cards provides a flexible way to deploy encryption acceleration and compute offload capabilities.
  • “By integrating the Intel NetSec Accelerator Reference Design with our Ensemble Cloudlet, we’re providing a solution perfectly tailored for the challenges of today’s edge cloud networks.
  • This collaboration goes beyond interoperability; it’s about optimizing every facet of edge cloud deployments for our customers.”
    The Intel NetSec Accelerator Reference Design delivers an advanced, Intel processor-based PCIe add-in card designed to support edge cloud processor-intensive workloads.

Aryaka Seals Partner-Led Deal with Cathay for Global SASE Deployment

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

SAN MATEO, Calif., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Aryaka®, the leader in Unified SASE solutions, announced today that it has sealed a partner-led deal with Cathay, a leading premium travel lifestyle brand, to modernize its global network with Aryaka's cutting-edge Unified SASE solutions.

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  • Aryaka is a partner-led organization, with more than 85 percent of its business customers coming through trusted IT advisors like Spearhead Advisors.
  • Technology consulting firm Spearhead Advisors led the sourcing engagement that ultimately selected Aryaka for the deployment, which includes converged networking, security and observability services across Cathay's global sites.
  • "Aryaka delivers a fully managed unified SASE solution that traverses an unequaled global middle-mile network that ensures low latency, predictability and an improved user experience," said Michael Brennan, Senior Consultant at Spearhead Advisors.
  • For information about becoming an Aryaka Accelerate Partner, visit http://www.aryaka.com/partners/ , contact Aryaka at [email protected] , or call 1.877.727.9252.

Lumen finds and disrupts malicious botnet targeting critical networks in U.S. and Asia

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

DENVER, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a major win for national security, Black Lotus Labs, the threat research and intelligence arm of Lumen Technologies (NYSE: LUMN), discovered and stopped a malicious botnet used by Chinese nation state cyber actors supporting Volt Typhoon operations. The KV-botnet targeted critical infrastructure providers and municipal governments in Guam and other regions creating a serious threat to U.S. businesses and strategic interests.

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  • The KV-botnet targeted critical infrastructure providers and municipal governments in Guam and other regions creating a serious threat to U.S. businesses and strategic interests.
  • The team then null routed, or dropped, the malicious IP addresses, blocking access to the compromised devices and stopping further attacks on critical infrastructure.
  • See how Lumen Rapid Threat Defense uses global threat intelligence to block DDoS bots on the network.
  • Read how Lumen SASE Solutions provides simplified network access, security, and management on the Lumen Platform.

BT and Netskope Partner to Provide Secure Managed Services to the Modern Hybrid Enterprise

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

BT's data shows that hybrid working is now a requirement for 76% of global workers, which is driving a requirement for more agile, secure connectivity.

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  • BT's data shows that hybrid working is now a requirement for 76% of global workers, which is driving a requirement for more agile, secure connectivity.
  • SSE helps deliver an excellent user experience by keeping workers productive while providing increased visibility and control of network, applications, and data.
  • BT provides managed telecommunications, security and network and IT infrastructure services to customers across 180 countries.
  • Netskope Intelligent SSE provides granular visibility and real-time data and threat protection for cloud services, websites, and private apps accessed from anywhere, on any device.

Enterprises Can't Get Enough SASE as Spending Grows 33 Percent in 3Q 2023, According to Dell'Oro Group

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a recently published report from Dell'Oro Group, the trusted source for market information about the telecommunications, security, networks, and data center industries, the overall 3Q 2023 SASE market – consisting of SD-WAN and SSE (security service edge) solutions – grew a vigorous 33 percent revenue to $2.2B, which set a new record. The SSE and SD-WAN portions of the SASE market have nearly doubled in the last ten quarters, indicating that enterprises are thinking about both sides (networking and security) of the SASE coin.

Key Points: 
  • The SSE and SD-WAN portions of the SASE market have nearly doubled in the last ten quarters, indicating that enterprises are thinking about both sides (networking and security) of the SASE coin.
  • Additional highlights from the 3Q 2023 SASE and SD-WAN Quarterly Report:
    Zscaler retook from Cisco the number one revenue spot in overall SASE and was the first to exceed $400M in quarterly revenue.
  • Revenue associated with single-vendor SASE (vendors that offer both SD-WAN and SSE) grew nearly 60 percent Y/Y and represented over half the SASE market.
  • The overall SASE market is on track to surpass $8B for the full year 2023.

Netskope Is First Vendor To Deliver Security Service Edge Globally With A Seamless, Localized Experience

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Netskope, a leader in Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), today announced the completion of the rollout of Localization Zones to its NewEdge security private cloud offering a localized experience for 220 countries and territories, including every non-embargoed UN member state.

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  • While a move to a cloud web proxy or Security Service Edge (SSE) solution brings significant advantages in terms of security coverage and reduction of management overhead, maintaining a localized user experience has been a challenge for enterprises.
  • With 205 Localization Zones, in addition to Netskope's current footprint of full compute data centers in 71 regions, Netskope's global coverage is unmatched by any other Security Service Edge vendor and provides a localized experience for over 220 countries and territories.
  • First rolled out in February 2023, Localization Zones deliver the same digital experience for customers as going direct-to-net, regardless of where they are accessing from.
  • This gives Netskope much more freedom to make performance-based routing decisions to maximize user experience and enhance resilience."

Global SD-WAN and SASE Voice of Customer Research Insights 2023: Technology Drivers and Business Outcomes, and SD-WAN and SASE Observations

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

DUBLIN, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Global SD-WAN and SASE Voice of Customer Research Insights" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • DUBLIN, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Global SD-WAN and SASE Voice of Customer Research Insights" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • This report presents a comprehensive analysis of the 2023 Global SD-WAN and SASE cross-vertical survey, drawing insights from 1,390 network decision-makers.
  • The  results provide valuable insights into the decision-making processes within enterprises, elucidating the benefits organizations derive from deploying SASE and SD-WAN technologies.
  • Furthermore, the report offers insights into the purchasing preferences of organizations when it comes to SD-WAN and SASE solutions.

BBT.live and Advantech Elevate SMB/SME Edge Connectivity with Preloaded BeBroadband as a Service

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Monday, December 4, 2023

NEW YORK, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BBT.live 's BeBroadband as a Service, a cutting-edge secure connectivity platform designed for service providers, and Advantech, a global leader in industrial IoT and network solutions, announce their strategic collaboration aimed at advancing the landscape of edge connectivity solutions for SMB/SME with BeBroadband as a Service available preloaded on Advantech edge devices.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BBT.live 's BeBroadband as a Service, a cutting-edge secure connectivity platform designed for service providers, and Advantech, a global leader in industrial IoT and network solutions, announce their strategic collaboration aimed at advancing the landscape of edge connectivity solutions for SMB/SME with BeBroadband as a Service available preloaded on Advantech edge devices.
  • The full line of Advantech products can be preloaded, with the most popular model choice of SMB/SME customers being the FWA-1112VC and FWA-1212VC Edge Devices.
  • This collaboration ensures that clients can seamlessly order Advantech's SD-WAN/SASE/SSE Edge Devices directly preloaded with BeBroadband™ Inside - powered by BBT.live.
  • BeBroadband™ is an all-in-one secured connectivity cloud-based solution, designed for service providers to deliver as a managed service to their business customers.

QATAR AIRWAYS SELECTS SITA TO TRANSFORM NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023

DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Qatar Airways has partnered with SITA to transform the airline's global network infrastructure with state-of-the-art secure access service edge (SASE) solutions that boost connectivity, operational efficiency, and security.

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  • SITA Secure SD-WAN will enhance connectivity, security, and operational efficiency across Qatar Airways' international offices and destinations
    DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Qatar Airways has partnered with SITA to transform the airline's global network infrastructure with state-of-the-art secure access service edge (SASE) solutions that boost connectivity, operational efficiency, and security.
  • As part of the transformation SITA will deploy its Secure SD-WAN (Software-Defined Wide Area Network), SITA Connect Go , which offers agile, scalable, and secure access to airline systems and applications, by connecting infrastructure outstations and airports to Qatar Airways' hybrid cloud infrastructure, and to the airline's partner systems.
  • Qatar Airways is among the first airlines globally to adopt SITA Connect Go, which is a new Secure SD-WAN solution designed specifically for the air transport industry.
  • Mr. A.T. Srinivasan, Qatar Airways Group CIO, said: "Qatar Airways is always looking for innovative technology solutions that will enable the group to optimize day-to-day network operations with increased speed, reliability, security, and flexibility – thereby enabling best-in-class connectivity across key operations.