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Zscaler unveils new AI security tools for enhanced data safety

Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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Zscaler has launched new AI-powered security tools to boost data protection and combat cyber threats, enhancing compliance and collaboration for businesses.
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Zscaler to acquire Red Canary to boost AI-powered security ops

Thu, 29th May 2025
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Zscaler to acquire Red Canary, enhancing AI-powered security ops to speed up threat detection and response, expected to close in August 2025.
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Zscaler named leader by Gartner & IDC for cloud security

Tue, 27th May 2025
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Zscaler has been named a leader by Gartner and IDC for its cloud security and data loss prevention platforms, reinforcing its Zero Trust credentials.
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Avalara appoints Sydney Carey & Karyn Smith to top roles

Mon, 5th May 2025
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Avalara appoints Sydney Carey as CFO and Karyn Smith as Chief Legal Officer to boost finance and legal leadership in global tax tech operations.
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Sonatype updates Repository Firewall to target open-source malware

Thu, 1st May 2025
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Sonatype enhances Repository Firewall to proactively block open source malware, integrating Zscaler and supporting Docker and AI models for robust DevSecOps protection.
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AI use in enterprises soars but brings surge in cyber risks

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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Enterprise AI use has surged over 3,000%, with ChatGPT dominating but also being the most-blocked app due to security concerns, says Zscaler report.
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Zscaler report urges shift from VPNs to Zero Trust

Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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Zscaler's 2025 ThreatLabz VPN Risk Report reveals soaring VPN usage in Australia but warns of heightened security risks, urging a shift to Zero Trust architectures.
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Sysdig appoints Gary Olson & Crendal Kear to executive team

Tue, 1st Apr 2025
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Sysdig has appointed Gary Olson as Chief Revenue Officer and Crendal Kear as Chief Business Officer amid a 337% rise in user adoption of its AI-driven security technology.
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Zscaler launches asset exposure tool to tackle cyber risks

Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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Zscaler has unveiled its Asset Exposure Management tool, enhancing organisations' asset risk management within its Continuous Threat Exposure Management framework.
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Cybercriminals exploit encrypted channels for malware

Fri, 6th Dec 2024
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A recent Zscaler report reveals a 10% increase in cyberthreats via encrypted channels, now 87% of all attacks, with manufacturing most targeted.
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Zscaler report reveals surge in mobile cyberthreats

Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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Zscaler's latest report reveals over 200 malicious apps in Google Play, urging organisations to enhance mobile security amid rising mobile threats.
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Zscaler report reveals rise in global ransomware attacks

Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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Zscaler's 2024 Ransomware Report reveals an 18% global rise in incidents, with a record $75 million ransom linked to the Dark Angels group.
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India ranks third globally for phishing attacks in 2023

Thu, 2nd May 2024
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India ranks third globally, standing as the most targeted APAC region for phishing attacks in 2023, with the tech sector facing 33% of all instances.
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Nearly 40% increase in global ransomware attacks – report

Tue, 4th Jul 2023
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Ransomware attacks have increased by almost 40%, with cybercriminals targeting organisations with cyber insurance, says a new report by Zscaler.
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Internet of Things devices major source of security compromise - report

Fri, 16th Jul 2021
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IoT devices have become a major security risk, with a 700% increase in attacks during the pandemic, according to Zscaler's study.
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Why DX is not complete without a transformed security architecture

Tue, 30th Jun 2020
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A cloud-first strategy needs a reimagined security architecture to address new traffic patterns and security challenges, Silver Peak advises.
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Zscaler buys Edgewise, with its sight set on zero-trust

Fri, 29th May 2020
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The acquisition indicates Zscaler's path towards improving the security of east-west communication, as well as its quest to achieve a zero-trust environment.
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Malware targeting IoT devices skyrockets as transactions rise 1,500%

Thu, 27th Feb 2020
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According to the report, Zscaler customers are generating more than 1 billion IoT transactions per month in the Zscaler cloud.
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IoT devices leaving businesses open to security risks – Zscaler

Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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IDC has forecast that spending on IoT will reach US$745 billion in 2019 and surpass the US$1 trillion mark in 2022.
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Enterprise IoT ecosystem extends beyond corporate devices - Zscaler

Tue, 28th May 2019
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The most commonly detected IoT device categories across the Zscaler cloud were IP cameras, smart watches, printers, smart TVs, among others.