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Nozomi Networks-Sponsored SANS Survey Finds Security Defenses are Getting Stronger as Cyber Threats to OT Environments Remain High

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Friday, October 28, 2022
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While threat actors are honing their ICS skills, the specialized technologies and frameworks for a solid defense are available.

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  • While threat actors are honing their ICS skills, the specialized technologies and frameworks for a solid defense are available.
  • Renowned SANS instructors teach over 50 different courses at more than 200 live cyber security training events as well as online.
  • The SANS Technology Institute, a regionally accredited independent subsidiary, offers master's degrees in cyber security .
  • At the heart of SANS are the many security practitioners, representing varied global organizations from corporations to universities, working together to help the entire information security community.

Craig Newmark Philanthropies joins forces with Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) in Security Training Scholarship

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Thursday, October 20, 2022
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COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Craig Newmark Philanthropies (CNP) is the latest leader in cyber to join forces with Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) to support the Security Training Scholarship.

Key Points: 
  • Craig Newmark Philanthropies (CNP) is the latest leader in cyber to join forces with Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) to support the Security Training Scholarship.
  • The WiCyS Security Training Scholarship is in its third year, and was created in partnership with Google and SANS Institute.
  • CNP joins a prestigious group of leading organizations in cybersecurity contributing to this scholarship, including Google, Bloomberg, Meta and SANS.
  • Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) is a nonprofit organization with international reach dedicated to the recruitment, retention and advancement of women in cybersecurity.

GIAC Announces the Industry's First Certification to Address the Unique Forensic Needs of Cloud-Based Environments

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022
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BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to more organizations and enterprises of all sizes migrating to cloud-based environments and the need to bring examiners up to speed with the rapidly changing world of enterprise cloud environments, GIAC Certifications is proud to offer a new certification to confirm which professionals have the specialized skills needed to respond and investigate cyber threats across all three major cloud providers.

Key Points: 
  • "Most classes and certifications focus on cloud security configuration, automation or detection but the GCFR represents what happens after the incident has occurred."
  • The certification is currently available for registration and addresses gaps in the current market for cybersecurity certifications.
  • GCFR-certified professionals are well-versed in the log collection and interpretation skills needed to manage rapidly changing enterprise cloud environments.
  • GIAC Certifications is a cyber security certification body known for providing the highest standard in information security certification.

SANS Institute Announces Partnership with Microsoft

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Monday, October 17, 2022
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BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SANS Institute, the global leader in cybersecurity training and certifications, today announced that it has partnered with Microsoft to deliver a new series of computer-based training (CBT) videos to be included in the "Defender for O365" offering for security professionals utilizing the Microsoft 365 E5 Security license. The series is targeted at IT systems and/or network administrators who contribute to the overall security of an organization. The video content has been developed to provide increased awareness and reinforcement of critical issues to a wide range of IT Administrative roles and serves as an essential element in any practitioner's security toolkit.

Key Points: 
  • This partnership aligns with the SANS Institute's mission to empower cyber security professionals with the practical skills and knowledge they need to make our world a safer place.
  • GIAC, an affiliate of the SANS Institute, validates practitioner skills through more than 35 hands-on technical certifications in cybersecurity .
  • The SANS Technology Institute , a regionally accredited independent subsidiary, offers master's and bachelor's degrees, graduate certificates, and an undergraduate certificate in cybersecurity.
  • SANS Security Awareness , a division of SANS, provides organizations with a complete and comprehensive security awareness solution, enabling them to manage their "human" cybersecurity risk easily and effectively.

Nominations Now Open for the SANS 2022 Difference Makers Awards

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SANS Institute, the global leader in cybersecurity training and certifications, today announced that the call for nominations for the SANS 2022 Difference Makers Awards is open. SANS is accepting nominations for individuals, teams, and groups from within the SANS community who have implemented security processes or technology in 2022 that resulted in meaningful and measurable advances in security.

Key Points: 
  • "SANS Difference Makers have gone on to both raise the bar on cybersecurity and inspire others to do so as well."
  • Nominations will be evaluated by a team from SANS, security industry analysts, and thought leaders.
  • Winners will be announced and celebrated in December in-person at the SANS Cyber Defense Initiative 2022 training event.
  • To learn more about the SANS Difference Makers Awards, visit: https://www.sans.org/about/awards/difference-makers/
    The SANS Institute was established in 1989 as a cooperative research and education organization.

AM Best Comments on Credit Ratings of Talcott Resolution Life, Inc. and Its Subsidiaries Following Reinsurance Announcement

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Thursday, October 6, 2022
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In this latest announcement, TRL will reinsure approximately $7.4 billion in variable annuity liabilities from GAIC.

Key Points: 
  • In this latest announcement, TRL will reinsure approximately $7.4 billion in variable annuity liabilities from GAIC.
  • For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Best's Credit Ratings .
  • For information on the proper use of Bests Credit Ratings, Bests Performance Assessments, Bests Preliminary Credit Assessments and AM Best press releases, please view Guide to Proper Use of Bests Ratings & Assessments .
  • AM Best is a global credit rating agency, news publisher and data analytics provider specializing in the insurance industry.

Talcott Financial Group Announces $7 Billion Block Reinsurance Transaction with Guardian

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Thursday, October 6, 2022
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HAMILTON, Bermuda, Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Talcott Financial Group ("Talcott"), an international life insurance group and the insurance industry's trusted partner for comprehensive risk solutions, today announced a reinsurance transaction between its subsidiary, Talcott Resolution Life Insurance Company ("Talcott Resolution"), and The Guardian Insurance & Annuity Company, Inc. ("GIAC"), a wholly owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America ("Guardian").

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  • HAMILTON, Bermuda, Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Talcott Financial Group ("Talcott"), an international life insurance group and the insurance industry's trusted partner for comprehensive risk solutions, today announced a reinsurance transaction between its subsidiary, Talcott Resolution Life Insurance Company ("Talcott Resolution"), and The Guardian Insurance & Annuity Company, Inc. ("GIAC"), a wholly owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America ("Guardian").
  • "This block variable annuity reinsurance transaction complements the flow reinsurance transactions we've announced over the past year," said Lisa Proch, Interim Co-President, General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer of Talcott Resolution.
  • "Talcott is proud of the relationships we have built," said Imran Siddiqui, Interim President of Talcott Financial Group.
  • Talcott Financial Group, an international life insurance group, is the insurance industry's trusted partner for comprehensive risk solutions.

Celebrating 15 Years of Online Training, SANS Institute Announces Updated OnDemand Training Platform

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022
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BETHESDA, Md., Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SANS Institute, the global leader in cybersecurity training and certifications, today announced the launch of its updated OnDemand platform. SANS utilized direct student and customer feedback to shape the all-new OnDemand experience that includes enhanced features for students to be more successful. This release follows SANS' 15th anniversary of SANS OnDemand, which has provided online learning to more than 100,000 students worldwide.

Key Points: 
  • BETHESDA, Md., Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SANS Institute , the global leader in cybersecurity training and certifications, today announced the launch of its updated OnDemand platform .
  • This release follows SANS' 15th anniversary of SANS OnDemand, which has provided online learning to more than 100,000 students worldwide.
  • Celebrating 15 Years of Online Training, SANS Institute Announces Updated OnDemand Training Platform
    "With an ever-changing cyber landscape, tightening budgets, and rising travel costs, more and more businesses are looking to SANS OnDemand to help secure their organization at the best return on investment," said Andrew Williams, Director of Digital at the SANS Institute.
  • Students have praised SANS OnDemand training as being top-notch, with an exceptional training experience that offers trackable progress and achievement milestones.

SANS Institute Partners with Mission43 to Bring Free Cybersecurity Training and Certification to Idaho Veterans

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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BETHESDA, Md., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SANS Institute , the global leader in cybersecurity training and certifications, today announced a new academy in partnership with Mission43.

Key Points: 
  • BETHESDA, Md., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SANS Institute , the global leader in cybersecurity training and certifications, today announced a new academy in partnership with Mission43.
  • The Mission43 Cybersecurity Academy with the SANS Institute will offer Idaho veterans and their spouses with little to no cybersecurity experience the opportunity to quickly gain these in-demand skills and launch a new career in just months.
  • The Mission43 Cybersecurity Academy with SANS Institute aims to establish a talent pipeline for Idaho to help veterans advance their quality of life and improve cybersecurity for local employers and communities.
  • GIAC, an affiliate of the SANS Institute, validates practitioner skills through more than 35 hands-on, technical certifications in cybersecurity .

Freightos Announces Record Results Across All Metrics for Second Quarter of 2022

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022
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Constant Currency: Comparative information calculated by translating Freightos' current period financial results using the prior period's monthly exchange rates (or other applicable rates, as indicated).

Key Points: 
  • Constant Currency: Comparative information calculated by translating Freightos' current period financial results using the prior period's monthly exchange rates (or other applicable rates, as indicated).
  • Transactions:Bookings for freight services, and related services, placed by buyers across the Freightos platform with third-party sellers and with Clearit.
  • Beginning in the third quarter of 2022, Transactions include trucking bookings, which were added to the Freightos platform following the acquisition of 7LFreight.
  • If any of these risks materialize or our assumptions prove incorrect, actual results could differ materially from the results implied by these forward-looking statements.