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myCOI launches illumend to automate insurance compliance tasks
Digital Transformation

myCOI launches illumend to automate insurance compliance tasks

myCOI launches illumend, an AI-powered platform designed to simplify third-party insurance compliance for risk managers and property teams alike.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 12th May 2025
Black Kite launches tool for third-party vulnerability insight
Ransomware

Black Kite launches tool for third-party vulnerability insight

Black Kite launches Vulnerability Intelligence Briefs to help organisations identify and manage third-party cyber risks, enhancing supply chain security.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Kiteworks reveals the top data breaches of 2024 report
Supply Chain

Kiteworks reveals the top data breaches of 2024 report

Kiteworks has revealed its report on the top data breaches of 2024, highlighting the increasing importance of data sensitivity in assessing breach severity.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 18th Apr 2025
Strengthening operational risk and third-party management – navigating the new APRA Standards
Risk & Compliance

Strengthening operational risk and third-party management – navigating the new APRA Standards

APRA-regulated entities in Australia must prepare for the upcoming CPS230 deadline, a shift aimed at enhancing operational and third-party risk management.

By Andy Milburn • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Apr 2025
UpGuard launches AI tools for quick cyber risk assessment
Supply Chain

UpGuard launches AI tools for quick cyber risk assessment

Cybersecurity firm UpGuard has unveiled AI-powered tools that enable users to conduct vendor risk assessments in under 60 seconds, enhancing efficiency in risk management.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Small Business Security Systems
Firewalls

The Ultimate Guide to the Best Small Business Security Systems

Small businesses are facing rising security threats and administrative challenges, making effective security systems a crucial investment for their survival.

By Gallagher Security • 8 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Kiteworks predicts key cybersecurity trends for 2025
Data Protection

Kiteworks predicts key cybersecurity trends for 2025

Kiteworks forecasts 12 key cybersecurity trends for 2025, highlighting the urgency of protecting sensitive data amid rising threats and regulatory pressures.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024
Integrity360 acquires Adsigo to expand DACH region presence
Semiconductors

Integrity360 acquires Adsigo to expand DACH region presence

Integrity360 has acquired Adsigo, a cyber security firm, aiming to enhance its presence in the DACH region and eventually exceed EUR 135 million in revenues.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Matillion cuts costs by USD $150k with Simbian's AI tool
Marketing Technologies

Matillion cuts costs by USD $150k with Simbian's AI tool

Simbian's AI-based GRC Agent has enabled Matillion to achieve a tenfold improvement in turnaround time and projected annual savings of USD $150,000.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Financial sector prepares for EU DORA regulations in 2025
Supply Chain

Financial sector prepares for EU DORA regulations in 2025

As the EU's DORA regulation looms, financial firms are urged to bolster digital resilience or risk severe operational disruptions by January 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
BlueVoyant report shows decline in supply chain breaches
Unified Communications

BlueVoyant report shows decline in supply chain breaches

A new study by BlueVoyant reveals 81% of organisations faced supply chain breaches last year, despite advances in third-party risk management efforts.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024
UpGuard launches AI tool to streamline security tasks
Artificial Intelligence

UpGuard launches AI tool to streamline security tasks

UpGuard has launched an AI tool within its Trust Exchange platform to expedite security questionnaire completion, benefiting resource-strapped teams.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024
Report reveals gaps in supplier management for SaaS firms
Software-as-a-Service

Report reveals gaps in supplier management for SaaS firms

A new report reveals that over 32% of financial institutions lack clarity in supplier management, increasing their risk amid tightening regulations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Victorian Government strengthens cybersecurity with new deal
Data Protection

Victorian Government strengthens cybersecurity with new deal

The Victorian Government has partnered with Sparx Solutions and ProcessUnity to enhance third-party risk management and bolster cybersecurity across its departments.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Feb 2025
DORA compliance deadline impacts EU financial sector
Data Protection

DORA compliance deadline impacts EU financial sector

The deadline for the EU's Digital Operational Resilience Act has arrived, pushing financial institutions to enhance their cybersecurity and compliance practices.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 18th Jan 2025
Azul's OpenJDK solutions comply with EU's DORA standards
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Azul's OpenJDK solutions comply with EU's DORA standards

Azul has secured compliance for its OpenJDK solutions with the EU's DORA standards, bolstering digital resilience for financial institutions ahead of the 2025 deadline.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
EU to enforce DORA resilience act from 17 January 2025
Data Protection

EU to enforce DORA resilience act from 17 January 2025

Perforce unveils a DORA Fact Sheet as the European Union prepares to enforce the Digital Operations Resilience Act from 17 January 2025, impacting firms globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
Diligent unveils AI-driven due diligence reports for firms
Software-as-a-Service

Diligent unveils AI-driven due diligence reports for firms

Diligent has launched AI-powered due diligence reports to enhance supplier risk management amid increasing regulatory demands and complex supply chains.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024