CGS Immersive, a division of the global technology and services firm CGS, today announced Cicero, a roleplay training platform created for enterprises who need engaging, flexible, and interactive educational technology for their employees. Cicero creates lifelike, unscripted roleplay scenarios in minutes Cicero utilizes AI to facilitate immersive roleplay using lifelike personas and real-time feedback in…
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Saurabh Gupta on Data & How Partnerships Fuel Tech Adoption
The Modern Data Company (TMDC) recently announced its strategic partnership with Acies Global, a consulting firm specializing in solving complex data challenges. The partnership is one of several TMDC plans to pursue in 2025 as it aims to empower business leaders with accessible, shareable, and usable data. TMDC’s Chief Strategy and Revenue Officer Saurabh Gupta…
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Cloud Giants Unite: IBM Completes HashiCorp Acquisition
IBM just finalized its acquisition of HashiCorp, bringing together two powerhouses in the cloud infrastructure space. HashiCorp is known for its tools that automate and secure the infrastructure behind hybrid cloud applications and generative AI systems. The companies aim to help their clients innovate faster, tighten security, and get more value from cloud investments. Nearly…
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Sage’s Nancy Sperry on Trust Being Crucial to Channel Success
Business financials management vendor Sage engages partners through a channel program based on its core values of trust and partnership. Channel Insider spoke with Sage VP of US Partner Sales Nancy Sperry to learn how she approaches channel relationships, why Sage partners continue working with the company, and more. ‘Trust, Program, Product, Team’ philosophy: the…
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Alvaka Remediation Resources Available Through Ingram Micro
Ransomware and remediation solutions vendor Alvaka recently announced a strategic alliance with global technology distributor and B2B platform company Ingram Micro to keep channel partners and customers informed and ready to respond to ransomware attacks. Remediation and recovery now available to Ingram Micro partners Through this new engagement program, Alvaka will offer Ingram Micro channel…
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CrowdStrike Highlights Four Key Tech, Sales Milestones
Cybersecurity giant CrowdStrike recently announced new milestones and advancements in the cloud security, identity protection, and next-generation cybersecurity sectors. The announcements relate to the organization’s business within the AWS Marketplace, their Oracle Cloud partnership, Falcon Identity Protection for Microsoft Entra ID, and achieving additional FedRAMP Authorization. CrowdStrike’s AWS Marketplace milestone CrowdStrike announced it is the…
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Acronis Launches Acronis Ultimate 365 for MSPs
Cybersecurity and data protection leader Acronis recently announced the debut of a comprehensive Microsoft 365 protection solution for managed service providers (MSPs) called Acronis Ultimate 365. Ultimate 365 allows MSPs to manage cybersecurity, backup, and compliance with a single, natively integrated, multi-tenant platform to help boost efficiency, reduce technician workload, maximize profitability, and simplify customer…
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Nerdio’s Landes on Optimizing Cloud: What MSPs Should Know
Several years after the cloud boom first began, some MSPs and their clients are beginning to worry cloud is to expensive to justify, or at least more complicated than first believed. Nerdio’s CRO and co-founder Joseph Landes shares why he sees cloud cost as an optimization concern, and how partners can course correct without losing…
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Trend Micro Introduces First Proactive Cybersecurity AI
Cybersecurity company Trend Micro recently launched a new AI Agent meant to drive proactive security outcomes. Trend Cybertron harnesses LLM technology to predict and prevent threats Trend Cybertron is a specialized cybersecurity large language model (LLM) designed to predict and prevent threats across an organization’s entire attack surface in any environment. “Trend is building a…
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Flashpoint Releases Security Guide on OSINT Strategies
Flashpoint, a leader in threat data and intelligence, released a report this week meant to help security teams stay ahead of emerging threats such as doxxing, swatting, misinformation, and geopolitical targeting. The Complete Guide to OSINT for Executive Protection is a resource for security professionals, executive protection teams, and corporate risk leaders. It was established…
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Egnyte Appoints Bob Gagnon as New Channel Sales Executive
Egnyte recently announced its appointment of channel sales veteran Bob Gagnon as its new SVP of global channel sales. The team has also added David Tulip as the new director of MSP for the EMEA markets and Gardiner Smith as the director of VAR. Gagnon brings years of channel experience to already strong partner network…
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Cynomi Adds Solution Showcase Module to Security Resources
Security vendor Cynomi, known for its vCISO platform, has announced a new module called Solution Showcase. Now, Cynomi partners can access insights into their clients’ current and future security needs, an offering aimed at helping MSPs and MSSPs grow their revenue and expand their businesses. Solution Showcase highlights opportunities in current clients The new offering…
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MongoDB Acquires Voyage AI to Combat AI Hallucinations
Data development company MongoDB has snapped up Voyage AI, bringing their specialized embedding and reranking models into the company’s data platform. This move is meant to tackle a rather sizable hitch in AI development – reducing “hallucinations” in retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) applications. By integrating Voyage AI’s technology, MongoDB is now in a prime position to…
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Sherweb and Rewst Team Up to Enhance Efficiency for MSPs
Sherweb recently launched Rewst, an orchestration and automation platform for MSPs, in its marketplace to automate repetitive, time-intensive tasks for Sherweb’s MSP partners and help them enhance efficiency and docs on growth-driven initiatives. Sherweb, a cloud marketplace and distributor, introduced the Rewst platform to assist MSPs facing growing workloads, stretched resources, and the need to…
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Cisco Expands Partnership with NVIDIA to Boost AI Adoption
Global technology giant Cisco recently announced that it would expand its partnership with NVIDIA to provide AI solutions to enterprises, accelerating AI adoption. Partnership focuses on AI workload demands Through this expanded partnership, Cisco and NVIDIA aim to give organizations flexibility and choice as those organizations seek to meet the demand of AI workloads for…
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Couchbase Services to Integrate with NVIDIA Microservices
Couchbase, a developer data platform for critical AI applications, recently announced that it will integrate its Capella AI Model Services with NVIDIA NIM microservices, part of the NVIDIA AI Enterprise software platform. Integration streamlines AI deployment for enterprise-level success Through this integration, the AI model services will streamline the deployment of AI-powered applications, providing enterprises…
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SonicWall 2025 Threat Reports Raises Alarms, Advises Partners
Security vendor SonicWall recently released its 2025 SonicWall Annual Cyber Threat Report findings. Among the various details include sharp increases in the amount of ransomware in regional areas, new malware variants, and alarming gaps between the time of exploitation and the time it takes companies to respond. The report also signifies new opportunities for channel…
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Industry Leaders Team to Form Ambient IoT Alliance
Leading industry organizations Atmosic, Infineon Technologies AG, Intel, PepsiCo, Qualcomm, VusionGroup, and Wiliot are joining together to form the Ambient IoT Alliance (AIoTA), a global coalition working on promoting and scaling the future ambient IoT ecosystem. Alliance commits itself to a global ecosystem of battery-free IoT tech The Ambient IoT Alliance is committed to facilitating…
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Cisco Meraki Now FedRAMP Authorized at Moderate Impact Level
Networking and security giant Cisco announced today that its Meraki for Government solution is now FedRAMP authorized. The FedRAMP authorization program is run by the Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). “CISA is committed to strengthening the security and resilience of our nation’s critical infrastructure, which includes ensuring that federal civilian…
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ThreatLocker Supercharges MSP Security with New Tools
ThreatLocker just released many new security tools that simplify MSPs’ lives. At its Zero Trust World 2025 conference in Orlando this week, the company announced a suite of new security offerings, expanding its reach into key IT areas. CEO Danny Jenkins states that new capabilities include patch management, web filtering, and cloud control. The company…
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Right of Boom, CIS & Antisyphon Partner on CIS Controls Course
Right of Boom is a cybersecurity community purpose-built for managed service providers (MSPs) and managed security services providers (MSSPs). It will partner with the Center for Internet Security (CIS) and Antisyphon Training to launch a course for MSPs, helping them master CIS Critical Security Controls (CIS Controls). The CIS Controls Mastery Course for MSPs will…
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Appfire Partner Exec on Flow Acquisition & Ecosystem Growth
Independent software vendor Appfire builds tools and technologies to simplify, automate, and improve the experience of users across products from leading companies such as Atlassian, monday.com, and others. SVP of Global Channel and Field Operations Colin Puckett shared details on the latest acquisition, how the company approaches industry demand, and more in an interview with…
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Newest ‘Head Nerd’ On Supporting Partners at N-Able
Global technology vendor N-able announced in February that Ben Lee had joined its “Head Nerds” team. This business division provides a variety of enablement resources to N-able channel partners. Lee spoke with us to share more details about his long career working with Microsoft solutions and why joining this program was the right move. Lee’s…
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Xurrent Newest Integration Partner Within N-able’s Ecosystem
Xurrent’s AI-powered IT Service Management (ITSM) platform has been approved for integration within N-able’s Technology Alliance Program (TAP) ecosystem. This allows the organization to deliver ITSM capabilities for managed service providers (MSPs) by integrating with N-able’s N-central remote monitoring and management (RMM) solution. Integration adds automated ticketing, workflows, and more for Xurrent users With the…
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Databricks Launches SAP Databricks, Targets Sprawling Data
Data and AI company Databricks has launched SAP Databricks, a strategic product and go-to-market partnership with SAP that will natively integrate the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform within the SAP Business Data Cloud. New partnership combines data sources for many organizations “Every organization is searching for a faster, more reliable way to translate their data into…
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Fortress Solutions, Ataya, and Moso Networks Partner on Private 5G
Fortress Solutions, Ataya, and Moso Networks are forming a strategic partnership to deliver private wireless 5G packages that will give enterprises unparalleled connectivity, security, and control. Partnership combines solutions and services to enable 5G adoption The Private 5G Package solution is designed to address a range of enterprise use cases, including video surveillance, digital scanners,…
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HackerOne Debuts New Way to Quantify Security Value
HackerOne recently released a report that found security leaders have largely negative perceptions on the ROI of measuring cybersecurity value. This sparked the cybersecurity company to introduce a new metric to help quantify the financial value of protecting businesses from cyberattacks. The report, When ROI Falls Short: A Guide to Measuring Security Investments with Return…
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Ataccama Lineage Launched to Deliver Data Flow Visibility
Ataccama recently announced the launch of Ataccama Lineage, a new module within its Ataccama ONE unified data trust platform. It promises to provide enterprise-wide visibility into data flows, giving organizations a clear view of their data’s journey from source to consumption. New module automates data management tasks Ataccama Lineage works to simplify how organizations manage…
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Extreme Networks Announces Platform ONE for MSPs
AI-powered automation for networking organization Extreme Networks recently announced the upcoming general availability of Extreme Platform ONE for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). Extreme Platform ONE is a solution built on a unique AI-driven multi-tenant architecture, consumption-based billing, and poolable licensing. It delivers unmatched flexibility, simplicity, and cost savings, enabling MSPs to manage customers at scale.…
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Sophos Announces Availability on Pax8 Marketplace
Security vendor Sophos is the latest to offer its solutions to MSPs through the Pax8 cloud marketplace. Both companies tout this new partnership as a way to enable small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) through the over 40,000 partners who transact through Pax8. Full breadth of Sophos security solutions now available to Pax8 partners Sophos claims…
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Advisory M&A: AchieveUnite Acquires Rohner & Associates
M&A activity remains a key theme throughout the channel. AchieveUnite has acquired California-based Rohner & Associates, LLC (R&A). Theresa Caragol, the CEO of AchieveUnite and longtime thought leader on channel partner strategy, spoke with Channel Insider to share how the acquisition addresses market needs and reflects the changing channel landscape. AI-driven insights paired with decades…
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Integrail’s No-Code AI: AI for Everyone
While everyone in tech is buzzing about AI agents being the next big thing, most companies are just building them into existing platforms. Integrail, a startup that aims to simplify AI for businesses, wants to make AI something everyone can use. The company just raised $10 million in seed funding and hired Peter Guagenti as…
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Harness & Traceable Merge, Focus On AI-Driven Software Delivery
Harness, an end-to-end software delivery platform, and Traceable, an API security leader, recently announced they would merge to create an advanced AI-native DevSecOps platform. Companies join under the Harness brand, aim to address DevSecOps needs The combined company will move forward under the Harness name, uniting software delivery and security into a single, AI-native platform.…
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PitchIT Program Creates Community Through Competition
Now entering its seventh year, the PitchIT accelerator program– supported by IT Nation– is a worldwide competition committed to incubating growth among ConnectWise’s startup integration partners in the managed service provider (MSP) space. Channel Insider sat down with IT Nation’s Vice President of Communities, Sean Lardo, to discuss the competition, its benefits to the channel,…
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1Password Introduces Password Manager Solution for MSPs
1Password recently announced the introduction of 1Password Enterprise Password Manager – MSP Edition, a new solution enabling MSPs to boost client security posture and productivity while ensuring operational efficiency and increasing profitability. New solution targets MSP needs and expectations The solution’s features are tailored to MSPs’ unique needs. It will enable MSPs to scale their…
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Foxit Announces New Software Kits Targeting PDFs
Foxit’s suite of products provides PDF and eSignature solutions to knowledge workers needing more from their documents and workflows than traditional tools offer. The vendor announced new functionalities targeting document conversion and PDF developer tools today. SDKs target PDF needs and add new conversion features Foxit’s February rollout includes new features in two areas. One,…
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Coder Chief Product Officer on AI & Bringing CDEs to the Enterprise
Coder recently announced its availability on the AWS Marketplace, the latest in a series of product announcements. The company has championed its mission of easing the onboarding difficulties of developers and enabling individuals and small teams through its solutions. Channel Insider spoke with Coder’s Chief Product Officer, Eric Ledyard, to learn more about his views…
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AvePoint Launches Next-Gen Platform to Drive MSP Revenue
Data security, governance, and resilience leader AvePoint recently announced the launch of its AvePoint Elements platform to modernize MSPs’ client, cloud, and tenant management. Recurring revenue in security essentials through Elements now available The next generation of AvePoint Elements will equip partners with new security-centric recurring revenue streams through a seamless, all-in-one platform. MSPs can…
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Consortium’s Metrics That Matter Deal: A New Era for VARs
Cybersecurity provider Consortium has bought Metrics That Matter, a startup that helps companies measure their cyber risks. The aim is for Consortium to give its customers a clearer and more up-to-date understanding of their cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Even though companies are spending a fortune on cybersecurity – over $200 billion last year, according to the company’s…
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Consortium’s Metrics That Matter Deal: A New Era for VARs
Cybersecurity provider Consortium has bought Metrics That Matter, a startup that helps companies measure their cyber risks. The aim is for Consortium to give its customers a clearer and more up-to-date understanding of their cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Even though companies are spending a fortune on cybersecurity – over $200 billion last year, according to the company’s…
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Consortium’s Metrics That Matter Deal: A New Era for VARs
Cybersecurity provider Consortium has bought Metrics That Matter, a startup that helps companies measure their cyber risks. The aim is for Consortium to give its customers a clearer and more up-to-date understanding of their cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Even though companies are spending a fortune on cybersecurity – over $200 billion last year, according to the company’s…
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Twilio CRO on How the Channel Fits Into Company’s Growth Strategy
Twilio is a vendor delivering customer engagement solutions through a platform experience. The company’s tools include capabilities across multi-channel digital communications, identity verification, call centers, and other use cases. Now, the company is addressing new market demands for AI-enabled solutions and the overall shift towards unified customer experience technologies. As Twilio announced at its Investor…
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Rocket Software Launches DataEdge to Address Complexities in Market
Rocket Software, a vendor of various IT modernization capabilities, recently announced the availability of its new DataEdge suite of solutions tailored to address the growing complexities around data management as AI and analytics projects fuel demand. Channel Insider spoke with Michael Curry, Rocket Software’s president of data modernization, to learn more about the new DataEdge…
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Data Governance the Key to Increasing Efficiency: EncompaaS CPO
Generative AI adoption has disrupted virtually every market, but it has also renewed interest in strong data governance protocols that comply with various regulatory and efficiency standards. Tech vendor EncompaaS was founded to simplify the often complex processes involved in keeping organizations compliant with data regulations worldwide. Chief Product Officer Jaimie Tillbrook spoke with Channel…
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Bluestonex Exec: Data Governance the Key to Long-Term AI Success
Bluestonex is an SAP specialty SaaS vendor that is heavily focused on enabling its customers’ AI journeys through data governance solutions. We spoke with Co-Founder and Maextro Solution Owner Feroz Khan to get his insights on where the AI adoption journey stalls and what conversations around data quality need to be held more often. AI…
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Workday Announces New Agent System of Record, Role-Based AI Agents
AI platform for managing people and money, Workday, has recently announced the Workday Agent System of Record to help organizations manage their entire fleet of AI agents in a single place. New solution to govern increasingly common agentic AI This system, which manages AI agents from both Workday and third-party vendors, enables businesses to utilize…
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Workday Announces New Agent System of Record, Role-Based AI Agents
AI platform for managing people and money, Workday, has recently announced the Workday Agent System of Record to help organizations manage their entire fleet of AI agents in a single place. New solution to govern increasingly common agentic AI This system, which manages AI agents from both Workday and third-party vendors, enables businesses to utilize…
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Protect AI Announces New Partner Program to Drive Enterprise Security
Protect AI offers a platform approach to securing AI deployments at scale through AI and automation capabilities. The company has already seen success with some of the world’s largest enterprises, and now they are bringing that success to the channel with the launch of its first partner program. Program will target partners with large enterprise…
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Truly SMB Aims to Enable SMBs Through Global Tech & AI Adoption
Truly SMB, a provider already serving over 300 customers in the UK and North America, is the latest business venture led by Vicky Critchley. No stranger to the channel, with previous experience founding Bam Boom Cloud and leading partner initiatives at cloud marketplace Pax8, Critchley is now laser-focused on enabling the SMB market to join…
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AuditBoard Survey Finds DORA Compliance Lagging
Audit, compliance, and risk management platform vendor AuditBoard recently announced its findings after surveying over 270 professionals about their compliance with DORA, the EU AI Act, and other compliance frameworks. Overall, the research shows that compliance lags behind expected targets. Channel Insider spoke with AuditBoard CISO Richard Marcus to learn more about the research for…
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HPE Files Answer to DOJ Complaint on Juniper Acquisition
Hewlett Packard Enterprises (HPE) has responded to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) by filing an answer to the department’s complaint seeking to block HPE’s acquisition of Juniper Networks, a networking products maker. According to the answer, HPE denies “each and every allegation” that the DOJ has levied against the IT vendor. Response says blocking…
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HPE Files Answer to DOJ Complaint on Juniper Acquisition
Hewlett Packard Enterprises (HPE) has responded to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) by filing an answer to the department’s complaint seeking to block HPE’s acquisition of Juniper Networks, a networking products maker. According to the answer, HPE denies “each and every allegation” that the DOJ has levied against the IT vendor. Response says blocking…
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2023 Russian Hackers Back in News as HPE Discloses Data Exposure Risk
Bizarre and rather dramatically-named hacker organizations are at it again. A Russian hacker group, dubbed Midnight Blizzard (or Cozy Bear), breached HPE and stole the personal data of several employees at the company. Initial breach in 2023 recently flagged for potential information risk HPE actually discovered the breach on December 12, 2023, when they discovered…
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Halcyon Allies with Pax8 on Ransomware Resilience
Halcyon has recently announced a team up with Pax8 to boost market outreach and fortify businesses against the threat of ransomware through a strategic partnership. Halycon now available to channel partners on Pax8 marketplace The alliance between the two companies will bring Halcyon’s anti-ransomware platform to Pax8’s cloud marketplace. The partnership is rooted in a…
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Halcyon Allies with Pax8 on Ransomware Resilience
Halcyon has recently announced a team up with Pax8 to boost market outreach and fortify businesses against the threat of ransomware through a strategic partnership. Halcyon now available to channel partners on Pax8 marketplace The alliance between the two companies will bring Halcyon’s anti-ransomware platform to Pax8’s cloud marketplace. The partnership is rooted in a…
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Other World Computing and ARCHIWARE Partner on Collaborative Workflows
Other World Computing (OWC) is partnering with ARCHIWARE, a data management software provider, to deliver seamless shared storage, cloning, backup, and archiving for collaborative workflows. Collaboration addresses asset management needs for creatives OWC, an organization that delivers storage, docks, and memory card solutions to empower professionals in video and audio production, photography, and business with…
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WatchGuard to Join AWS ISV Accelerate Program
WatchGuard, a unified cybersecurity vendor, is joining the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Independent Software Vendor (ISV) Accelerate Program, a co-sell program for AWS Partners that provides software solutions that run on or integrate with AWS and helps drive new business by connecting participating ISVs with the AWS Sales arm. WatchGuard latest of many to join…
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Cisco Launching New AI Infrastructure and Data Center Solutions
Technology giant Cisco recently announced new solutions for service providers, allowing them to deliver AI connectivity. These new innovations will enable service providers to handle increased data volume and variety and monetize the services supporting AI traffic. Additionally, Cisco says these innovations showcase the evolution of Cisco Silicon One, with new devices enabling Cisco customers…
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Parallels Launching New Partner Program & Citrix Migration Support
Virtualization and end-user computing vendor Parallels is introducing a new partner program to assist existing and new partners with more resources, greater profitability, and enhanced support. Dubbed the “Elevate Now” Partner Program, it will focus on delivering increased value and growth opportunities aimed at enabling MSPs, value-added resellers (VARs), and system integrators (SIs). The key…
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Cisco Announces New AI Certifications and Courses
Global IT developer Cisco announced at its annual Cisco Live! EMEA event that it would be offering new certifications and courses for AI skilling to support the AI-enabled workforce. These new offerings range from AI basics to learning how to incorporate AI in specific roles to advanced networking design classes for professionals who design, build,…
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Dataminr Announces New Global Partner Program
Leading AI company Dataminr recently announced that it would be launching a new partner program for global partners to assist customers with better managing business risks. The Dataminr Partner Network is set to include collaboration with over one hundred of Dataminr’s largest partners, including AWS, Esri, and Splunk, among others, and will equip partners with…
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Cisco Announces New AI Certifications and Courses
Global IT developer Cisco announced at its annual Cisco Live! EMEA event that it would be offering new certifications and courses for AI skilling to support the AI-enabled workforce. These new offerings range from AI basics to learning how to incorporate AI in specific roles to advanced networking design classes for professionals who design, build,…
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Kyndryl Introduces SASE Collaboration With Palo Alto Networks
Kyndryl, an IT infrastructure and services provider, recently launched end-to-end, secure access service edge (SASE) services that will be combined with Palo Alto Networks Prisma SASE powered by Precision AI. Collaboration brings cloud-first approach to zero-trust security These services will allow customers to enhance network security by adopting a cloud-first, zero-trust network security solution. Further,…
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Quorum Cyber Expands Through Acquisition, Security Demand & More
Quorum Cyber is a global security consultancy and technology provider focused on the midmarket space. With two acquisitions completed in 2024 and a renewed focus on the changing threat landscape, the company aims to keep one step ahead of what its clients need. CEO and Founder Federico Charosky spoke with Channel Insider to share his…
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Syncro’s New Chairman on Disrupting Market, Supporting IT Teams & MSPs
Platform provider for MSPs and IT professionals Syncro recently announced the appointment of Peter Gyenes as chairman of its board of directors– a move that comes on the heels of the company looking to expand its platform from MSPs to also support internal IT teams. Gyenes takes the role of chairman after decades of leadership…
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Corex CEO on Regional Acquisitions & ServiceNow Ecosystem Strategy
In late January, Corex announced it had acquired Volteo Digital to extend its ServiceNow consultancy services further into the Latin America and EMEA markets. Corex CEO Rick Wright explained in an interview with Channel Insider how the acquisition fits into the company’s strategy and ServiceNow goals. Volteo Digital acquisition adds experienced team members and global…
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Syncro’s New Chairman on Disrupting Market, Supporting IT Teams & MSPs
Platform provider for MSPs and IT professionals Syncro recently announced the appointment of Peter Gyenes as chairman of its board of directors– a move that comes on the heels of the company looking to expand its platform from MSPs to also support internal IT teams. Gyenes takes the role of chairman after decades of leadership…
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Corex CEO on Regional Acquisitions & ServiceNow Ecosystem Strategy
In late January, Corex announced it had acquired Volteo Digital to extend its ServiceNow consultancy services further into the Latin America and EMEA markets. Corex CEO Rick Wright explained in an interview with Channel Insider how the acquisition fits into the company’s strategy and ServiceNow goals. Volteo Digital acquisition adds experienced team members and global…
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Qualys Introduces Managed Risk Operation Center Partner Alliance
Cloud-based IT, security, and compliance solutions provider Qualys is introducing its new Managed Risk Operations Center (mROC) Partner Alliance. This alliance will allow select Qualys partners to expand their revenue streams by offering advisory, onboarding, integration, and remediation through a unified managed service that helps clients identify, quantify, assess, and mitigate cyber risks. Qualys partners…
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Accenture Centers AI Across 2025 Business Goals
Accenture recently announced the launch of its new AI Refinery for Industry. The program will begin with a collection of 12 solutions to assist enterprises with rapidly building and deploying a network of AI agents to enhance the workforce, address industry-specific challenges, and drive business value faster. Channel Insider spoke with Sen Ramani, data and…
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National MSP Integris on Driving Success Through Company Culture
Integris is a national MSP providing cloud, security, and other IT services to clients in industries like healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and more. Recently, the company earned a spot in the top 50 on Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work 2025 list in recognition of its company culture and overall employee satisfaction. Channel Insider spoke with Integris…
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Verizon Business Launches Solutions to Scale AI, Expand Partnerships
Verizon Business recently announced the launch of an integrated suite of solutions and products– called Verizon AI Connect– to enable businesses to deploy AI workloads at scale, along with expanding an AI-focused partnership with Vultr, a privately-held cloud infrastructure company, and others. Networks need to keep up with AI demand “We are seeing significant demand…
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Dell Makes Key Updates to 2025 Partner Program
Global giant Dell recently announced details on its 2025 Partner Program, which rewards partners for growing and winning new business, assists in accelerating the adoption of AI, and increases the predictability of engagement and collaboration. According to the company, Dell’s partner ecosystem has helped build one of the largest go-to-market engines in the industry, with…
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N-able Launches New AI-Powered Developer Portal
Recently, software company N-able launched a new AI-powered developer portal– called the N-able Developer Portal– to accelerate API integrations with the N-able end-to-end IT management and cybersecurity platform. The portal will automate development tasks and the ability to create custom solutions to deliver faster time-to-value for IT and security services. Portal leverages APIs and alliance…
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N-able Launches New AI-Powered Developer Portal
Recently, software company N-able launched a new AI-powered developer portal– called the N-able Developer Portal– to accelerate API integrations with the N-able end-to-end IT management and cybersecurity platform. The portal will automate development tasks and the ability to create custom solutions to deliver faster time-to-value for IT and security services. Portal leverages APIs and alliance…
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Check Point Security Solutions Now Available to Sherweb Partners
Channel distributor Sherweb has announced a new collaboration with security vendor Check Point Software Technologies. The companies are launching two new cybersecurity solutions to strengthen MSP cybersecurity. Check Point’s Harmony solutions now available through Sherweb Through this partnership, Sherweb customers can now access Check Point Harmony Email & Collaboration and Check Point Harmony SASE to…
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Check Point Security Solutions Now Available to Sherweb Partners
Channel distributor Sherweb has announced a new collaboration with security vendor Check Point Software Technologies. The companies are launching two new cybersecurity solutions to strengthen MSP cybersecurity. Check Point’s Harmony solutions now available through Sherweb Through this partnership, Sherweb customers can now access Check Point Harmony Email & Collaboration and Check Point Harmony SASE to…
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Cynet Names Jason Magee CEO
Jason Magee, formerly the CEO of ConnectWise, will take over as CEO of Cynet, a cybersecurity platform headquartered in Boston. Magee steps in as founder shifts to the board Magee will step in for Cynet founder and former CEO Eyal Gruner, who will now join the company’s Board of Directors and serve as a strategic…
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Microsoft Announces New Partner Organization, Q2 Azure Performance
Global technology leader Microsoft recently announced the formation of the Microsoft Small, Medium Enterprises and Channel (SME&C) partner organization to provide customers, regardless of size, the ability to leverage and derive value from AI. Haupter, Abu-Latif enter new roles The company announced that Ralph Haupter, who was the president of Microsoft EMEA, will lead the…
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Action1 Expanding Free Offering to Increase the Number of Endpoints
Autonomous endpoint management vendor Action1 announced they are increasing the number of free endpoints from 100 to 200 so businesses of all sizes can patch the first 200 endpoints with the full-featured solution. The autonomous endpoint management (AEM) solution accelerates patch deployment and compliance while reducing IT overhead and degradation of the digital employee experience…
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How & Why Partner Programs Are Changing With the Channel
Channel partner programs allow IT vendors to equip their partners with products, resources, and support for driving business growth, service delivery, and assisting customers. These partnerships between IT companies and other organizations help businesses access new technologies and attract new clients. Over the past few months, organizations have made key expansions and updates to their…
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Agentic AI-Fueled Torq Expands in EMEA, Eyes Further Growth
The security space is one of many that has found newfound opportunities thanks to the onset of the AI era. As agentic AI takes the tech market by storm in early 2025, one security vendor is celebrating continued growth and touting its early adoption of the technology. Channel Insider asked Torq’s CTO and Co-Founder Leonid…
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Big Early Moves In 2024 A/NZ Channel Consolidation
Major consolidation moves are already shaping the Australian and New Zealand channel landscape in early 2025, with multiple acquisition talks and competing takeover bids highlighting the sector’s dynamic nature. AUCyber pursuit heats up, then cools as Brennan IT withdraws The first big acquisition tussle is centered around ASX-listed cyber security company AUCyber. Melbourne-based digital services…
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Flexera Acquires NetApp’s FinOps Business to Expand CLM
Technology spend and risk management company Flexera is boosting its FinOps portfolio by acquiring the FinOps Business arm from NetApp, Inc., an intelligent data infrastructure company, as part of its broader 2025 strategy. Flexera aims to strengthen its FinOps offerings Spot by NetApp FinOps will help strengthen Flexera’s ability to better serve customers and partners…
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Radix and Celanese to Collaborate with Cognite on AI-Powered Solution
Global technology solutions company Radix and global chemical and specialty material company, Celanese, have announced a collaboration with Cognite, a provider of data and AI technology for specialized industry use cases. The three companies have created JO.AI, a generative AI-powered solution aimed at improving operations in asset-intensive industries. New solution promises gains in efficiency and…
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Barracuda Introduces Updates to Email Protection Solution
Barracuda Networks, Inc. recently announced advancements to Barracuda Email Protection, a solution that provides AI-powered protection against advanced threats. Email security enhancements target complex threats The updates to the email protection solution include flexible deployment options, enhanced security capabilities, and more advancements to make it easier for organizations of varying sizes and IT environments to…
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2025 predictions: Security industry
The pace of change in the technology industry has never been faster, and 2025 will be no exception. As businesses adapt to new threats, regulatory pressures, and AI-driven innovations, security and software development teams will need to rethink their strategies to stay ahead. The post 2025 predictions: Security industry appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Monthly Leadership Roundup: New Year, New Moves for Channel Leaders
The first quarter of the business year is here and organizations are pairing their new annual goals with new changes to their leadership. Managed service providers (MSPs) and IT service providers are bolstering their leadership teams to maximize value, grow customer bases, and strengthen partnerships for 2025. Channel Insider has been following the latest news…
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Fortra CSO Explains Data Loss Protection Difficulty & Implementation
As we have reported consistently, the modern threat landscape continues to cause companies to revisit their posture and priorities. Through this process, some are returning to technology once considered “too complex” by many. Managed security services and technology provider Fortra’s Chief Strategy Officer John Grancarich shared his insights on the importance of data loss protection…
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Sherweb’s Roddy Bergeron Shares MSP Cyber Insurance Insights
As attacks continue to worsen in size, scope, and frequency, businesses and their channel partners are placing a renewed focus on cyber insurance policies. Channel Insider spoke with Roddy Bergeron, the cybersecurity technical fellow at channel distributor Sherweb, to learn more about what MSPs need to know to ensure they are ready for the future.…
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Channel M&A Roundup: January Acquisitions Impacting the Channel
The new year brings new mergers & acquisitions (M&A) for the managed service provider (MSP) and IT vendor space. Since the end of the last business quarter, the mergers and acquisition space has seen several moves that will help a number of companies provide improved and innovative services to their customers. In this recent M&A…
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ServiceNow Expands Global Partner Program with New Incentives
ServiceNow recently announced changes to its global partner program, including quadrupling its investment in new incentives and specializations for assisting partners seeking to capitalize on the growth of ServiceNow AI solutions. New partner opportunities span financial incentives and brand credibility Through eligible discounts, rebates, and valuable credits that can be applied to training, professional services,…
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Granite Makes Timely Move to Add Reseller Agreement with Starlink
Communications and technology solutions provider Granite Telecommunications, which serves businesses and government agencies, announced that it has finalized an agreement to become an authorized reseller of Starlink, a satellite internet service operated by SpaceX and whose CEO now holds a prominent place in the Trump administration. “We are excited to incorporate Starlink into Granite’s portfolio…
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Azul Launches DORA Compliance Tools for EU Businesses
Java enablement platform company Azul recently announced the launch of its new compliance support offering. The suite of solutions addresses the compliance needs of organizations now under the mandate of the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) across the European Union. New tools address complex needs as DORA takes effect Effective Jan. 17, DORA applies to…
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Liongard’s Brook Lee on New Role & Power of Channel Partners
Attack surface management platform vendor Liongard kicked off 2025 with the appointments of David Powell as the company’s new chief revenue officer and Brook Lee as its new VP of Community and Channel. Lee spoke with Channel Insider to share more about why she joined the Liongard team and how her role will impact partners.…
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Cognizant and CrowdStrike Partner on Cybersecurity Transformation
IT services company Cognizant and cybersecurity provider CrowdStrike have announced a strategic partnership to drive enterprise cybersecurity transformation to deliver cybersecurity services that are powered by the AI-native CrowdStrike Falcon cyber platform. Cognizant will now leverage CrowdStrike tools to streamline SecOps Through this partnership, Cognizant will leverage Falcon Next-Gen SIEM and Falcon Cloud Security products…
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OpenNebula Exec on VMware Alternatives & Future Cloud Trends
Public and private cloud have been one of the key technologies for channel partners and their clients over the past decade. Now, after major acquisitions and rising costs, some are beginning to rethink their infrastructure strategies. OpenNebula’s Principal Partner Manager Michael Abdou explained how his company fits into the equation in an interview with Channel…
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Deepwatch Leadership Team Expands with New CMO and CPO
Deepwatch, the creator of a managed security platform for cybersecurity resiliency, recently announced the appointment of Sammie Walker as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and Anand Ramanathan as Chief Product Officer (CPO). Deepwatch adds expertise as it continues to grow These two appointments are part of a wider strategy to boost Deepwatch’s mission of securing the…
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Trend Micro Receives FedRAMP Authorization to Operate
Global cybersecurity company Trend Micro has announced a new FedRAMP Authorization to Operate (ATO) for its Trend Vision One for Government platform, helping establish Trend Micro as a leader in compliant zero-trust solutions. Vision One and zero-trust solutions now available for government customers This new authorization will enable Trend Micro to bring its platform to…
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Concentrix and IRONSCALES Partner to Combat AI Deepfake Threat
Email security vendor IRONSCALES and Fortune 500 technology services provider Concentrix have partnered to combat the rising threat of AI-generated deepfakes. Channel Insider spoke with executives at both companies to learn more about why businesses need to prepare for deepfake threats and how their partnership bolsters their customers’ protection. Deepfakes becoming more sophisticated as sheer…
