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Latest SonicWall Report Reveals Stealthier Threat Actor Behaviors: Cryptojacking Soars as Cyberattacks Increase, Intensify, Diversify

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

The bi-annual report uncovers evolving tactical behaviors from digital threat actors as they opt for different types of malicious attacks compared to years past.

Key Points: 
  • The bi-annual report uncovers evolving tactical behaviors from digital threat actors as they opt for different types of malicious attacks compared to years past.
  • "The seemingly endless digital assault on enterprises, governments and global citizens is intensifying, and the threat landscape continues to expand," said SonicWall President and CEO Bob VanKirk.
  • In addition, threat actors appear to be leverage existing tools – leaning on tools they know will help them be successful.
  • To learn more about SonicWall and get the complete 2023 SonicWall Mid-Year Cyber Threat Report, please visit www.sonicwall.com/threatreport .

SonicWall Introduces Monthly Firewall Security Services Bundles for MSSPs, MSPs

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

MILPITAS, Calif., June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SonicWall, a 100% channel cybersecurity leader, today announced the availability of monthly firewall security services bundles for Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) and approved Managed Service Providers (MSPs).

Key Points: 
  • SonicWall MSSPs and approved MSPs can simplify the purchase process by procuring critical threat protection capabilities on a monthly, no-commit basis and extend firewall hardware licensing
    MILPITAS, Calif., June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SonicWall, a 100% channel cybersecurity leader, today announced the availability of monthly firewall security services bundles for Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) and approved Managed Service Providers (MSPs).
  • SonicWall MSSPs and approved MSPs can now bill customers monthly for SonicWall's popular security services included in three cost-effective protection tiers for SonicWall Generation 7 appliances: Threat Protection Security Suite, Essential Protection Security Suite and Advanced Protection Security Suite.
  • With bundled firewall security services conveniently billed monthly, MSSPs and approved MSPs never need to worry about missing a renewal from multi-year agreements.
  • When SonicWall Network Security Manager (NSM) licenses are added to firewall security services , partners can leverage additional management, reporting and analytics capabilities.

Diffblue Appoints Evan Kaplan to its Board of Directors

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

OXFORD, United Kingdom, June 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diffblue , creators of the world’s first fully autonomous generative AI-for-code software, today announced the appointment of InfluxData CEO Evan Kaplan to the company’s board of directors.

Key Points: 
  • OXFORD, United Kingdom, June 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diffblue , creators of the world’s first fully autonomous generative AI-for-code software, today announced the appointment of InfluxData CEO Evan Kaplan to the company’s board of directors.
  • “Generative AI for code is transforming enterprise software development at unprecedented scale and speed,” said Mathew Lodge, CEO of Diffblue.
  • “While most AI tools still require human review, Diffblue’s fully autonomous solutions enable high-velocity software delivery to optimize developer efficiency.
  • Prior to his appointment as CEO in 2016, Kaplan served as Executive in Residence at Trinity Ventures.

SonicWall Strengthens Channel Leadership Team to Meet Growing Partner Demand for Boundless Cybersecurity

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Monday, May 1, 2023

MILPITAS, Calif., May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SonicWall, provider of world-leading seamless cybersecurity protection to increasingly remote, mobile and cloud-enabled workforces, announced today that Michelle Ragusa-McBain joins as Vice President, North America Channel Chief. 

Key Points: 
  • "An unwavering commitment to SonicWall customers and partners around the globe is SonicWall's priority," said SonicWall CEO and President Bob VanKirk.
  • "These executive appointments are yet another sign that SonicWall is continuing to evolve to remain one of the leaders in the cybersecurity space.
  • Along with the emphasis on SonicWall's outside-in approach we are positioned to take our partner community to new heights in 2023."
  • As North American Channel Chief, Ragusa-McBain will be responsible for driving the channel ecosystem, enabling partners to grow and profit from the outside-in shift to cybersecurity.

SASE Market worth $5.9 billion by 2028 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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Friday, April 14, 2023

The growing preference for remote working practices, the increase in traffic across public clouds, and the rising dependence on data centers will drive the market.

Key Points: 
  • The growing preference for remote working practices, the increase in traffic across public clouds, and the rising dependence on data centers will drive the market.
  • Also, the need for a unified and simplified approach to strengthen network security will drive the SASE Market.
  • With the increase in complex cyberattacks and cyberwars between enterprises and hackers, there is a rise in the need for robust cybersecurity solutions further driving the SASE Market.
  • These vendors have adopted many organic as well as inorganic growth strategies, such as new product launches, and partnerships and collaborations, to expand their offerings and market shares in the SASE Market.

SASE Market worth $5.9 billion by 2028 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

Retrieved on: 
Friday, April 14, 2023

The growing preference for remote working practices, the increase in traffic across public clouds, and the rising dependence on data centers will drive the market.

Key Points: 
  • The growing preference for remote working practices, the increase in traffic across public clouds, and the rising dependence on data centers will drive the market.
  • Also, the need for a unified and simplified approach to strengthen network security will drive the SASE Market.
  • With the increase in complex cyberattacks and cyberwars between enterprises and hackers, there is a rise in the need for robust cybersecurity solutions further driving the SASE Market.
  • These vendors have adopted many organic as well as inorganic growth strategies, such as new product launches, and partnerships and collaborations, to expand their offerings and market shares in the SASE Market.

HoJin Kim Joins WatchGuard as New SVP and Chief Revenue Officer

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023

SEATTLE, April 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WatchGuard® Technologies , a global leader in unified cybersecurity, today announced it has hired HoJin Kim as the company’s new senior vice president and chief revenue officer.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, April 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WatchGuard® Technologies , a global leader in unified cybersecurity, today announced it has hired HoJin Kim as the company’s new senior vice president and chief revenue officer.
  • I’ve spent my career working throughout all aspects of the channel, and WatchGuard’s singular focus on enabling the MSP with its Unified Security Platform approach is just what the industry needs to succeed in this cybersecurity landscape,” said HoJin Kim, new SVP and chief revenue officer at WatchGuard Technologies.
  • “During the company’s more than 25 years in operation, WatchGuard has built an enviable partner community that has achieved success through trust, listening, and innovation.
  • “We’ve worked closely together on this transition, and I wish Sean nothing but the best as he pursues what’s next personally and professionally.”

SonicWall Heads to RSA Conference 2023 with Strengthened Executive Leadership

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Thursday, April 6, 2023

MILPITAS, Calif., April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SonicWall has expanded its executive lineup and security expertise with the appointments of Peter Burke as Vice President and Chief Product Officer, Jason Carter as Chief Revenue Officer and Chandrodaya Prasad as Executive Vice President of Global Product Management. SonicWall's new executive team will be on site at RSA Conference 2023 in San Francisco, Calif., April 24-27, at Booth N-5585, North Expo Hall, at the Moscone Center.

Key Points: 
  • SonicWall's new executive team will be on site at RSA Conference 2023 in San Francisco, Calif., April 24-27, at Booth N-5585, North Expo Hall, at the Moscone Center.
  • SonicWall returns to RSA Conference for the first time since 2020 and will provide insightful sessions, new technology demos and one-on-one conversations with SonicWall experts.
  • SonicWall has seen key growth in cloud-delivered products and services and is excited to add to the executive leadership team.
  • These leaders, along with other SonicWall cybersecurity experts, will be available during the company's exhibition hours during RSA Conference 2023.

Top Tech Marketing Agency Alloy Acquires Narwhal, Expanding Creative and Technical Capabilities

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Monday, April 3, 2023

ATLANTA, April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Alloy, an integrated marketing agency for global tech brands, today announced that it has acquired fellow Atlanta-based firm Narwhal.Digital LLC, a creative technology agency focused on bringing digital experiences, products and ecosystems to life. This is the second transaction for Alloy in less than two years.

Key Points: 
  • Narwhal launched in 2015 and has grown 26% year-over-year since 2019 under the leadership of its partners, Jennifer Ready and Vivek Pandya.
  • Ready will serve on Alloy's management team as chief creative officer while Pandya will be involved in the business in an advisory role.
  • "In order to fulfill Alloy's potential and truly enable tech brands to solve their biggest go-to-market challenges, we knew we must deepen and broaden our capabilities," said Alloy CEO Raj Choudhury.
  • "For years I've followed Narwhal's growth trajectory, and admired the firm's superior creative and technical capabilities - from branding and experience design to product development.

SonicWall Recognizes Valued Partners, Distributors with Distinguished Partner Awards

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Thursday, March 9, 2023

MILPITAS, Calif., March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SonicWall recognized distinguished partners and distributors for their continued excellence in protecting customers in a challenging threat landscape through its annual SonicWall Partner Awards. The awards honor SonicWall partner organizations worldwide that have gone above and beyond delivering cybersecurity solutions to their customers.

Key Points: 
  • MILPITAS, Calif., March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SonicWall recognized distinguished partners and distributors for their continued excellence in protecting customers in a challenging threat landscape through its annual SonicWall Partner Awards.
  • The awards honor SonicWall partner organizations worldwide that have gone above and beyond delivering cybersecurity solutions to their customers.
  • "From our early days, SonicWall's accomplishments have always been linked to the success of its esteemed partners and distributors," said SonicWall CEO and President Bob VanKirk.
  • We are extremely grateful and humbled by our global network of over 17,000 partners and distributors, and these awards recognize their outstanding work."