January 2024 witnessed pivotal developments in the tech landscape, placing Chief Information Officers (CIOs) at the forefront of transformative initiatives. From cloud security advancements to strategic collaborations, this roundup encapsulates the top 10 CIO influence news of the month. These developments underscore the critical role of CIOs in steering organizations toward a secure, efficient, and intelligent future. Explore essential insights and strategies to lead in evolving technology.
SentinelOne Boosts Cloud Security with PingSafe Acquisition
SentinelOne has officially acquired PingSafe in a strategic move to advance cloud security innovation. The integration of PingSafe’s Cloud-Native Autonomous Protection Platform (CNAPP) into SentinelOne’s suite will provide organizations with a comprehensive and integrated platform for cloud workload and data security. This move eliminates the reliance on disparate solutions, offering a unified, AI-driven security platform that ensures real-time protection across endpoints and cloud environments. The acquisition aligns with SentinelOne’s Singularity Unity Release strategy, focusing on transforming security operations centers. Industry leaders, including Razorpay and Groww, have praised PingSafe for its efficient threat detection capabilities, centralized dashboard, and cost-effectiveness.
Read more: SentinelOne Strengthens Cloud Security Through PingSafe Acquisition
Genesys Cloud CX Achieves IRAP PROTECTED Level for Australian Government
Genesys, a global leader in AI-powered experience orchestration, has elevated the security level of its all-in-one Genesys Cloud CX platform to IRAP PROTECTED (Information Security Registered Assessors Program) for enhanced safety and compliance for the Australian government and commercial users. This recognition allows more government bodies to confidently use the platform, ensuring secure customer and stakeholder interactions in the cloud. Genesys Cloud CX’s IRAP PROTECTED status liberates government agencies from previous restrictions, enabling personalized, empathetic services across channels, fostering seamless service delivery, and meaningful customer engagement. The platform offers key benefits, including enhanced customer and employee experiences, IT system modernization, and personalization at scale using AI, aligning with Australian government mandates for secure and compliant cloud services.
Read more: Genesys Cloud CX Now Available at IRAP PROTECTED Level for Australian Government
Sherweb Offers Microsoft Copilot to MSPs in Cloud Marketplace
Sherweb, a renowned cloud marketplace leader, has introduced Microsoft Copilot to managed service providers (MSPs) through its marketplace, following Microsoft’s recent release announcement for Cloud Solution Providers. With a nearly 20-year history as a key Microsoft partner in North America, Sherweb has received accolades, including the Indirect Cloud Solution Provider Impact Award. The addition of Copilot to their offerings signifies a new phase in this lasting partnership, demonstrating Sherweb’s commitment to supporting MSPs and their clients in harnessing the potential of generative AI.
BENJI GERMAIN, VICE PRESIDENT, OF PRODUCTS AT SHERWEB, EMPHASIZES THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THIS MOVE, HIGHLIGHTING SHERWEB’S ROLE IN GOING BEYOND LICENSING TO PROVIDE TRAINING, TAILORED SUPPORT, AND ESSENTIAL GUIDANCE FOR MSPS NAVIGATING THE MICROSOFT ECOSYSTEM, FOSTERING SUCCESSFUL PARTNERSHIPS ACROSS NORTH AMERICA.
Read more: Microsoft Copilot Now Available Through Sherweb
Akamai Implements Organizational Realignment to Strengthen Internet Security and Edge Technology Solutions
Akamai Technologies, a global leader in securing and delivering digital experiences, has announced an organizational realignment effective March 1. The realignment aims to enhance agility in delivering market-leading solutions, focusing on making the internet fast, intelligent, and secure for major enterprises. The restructuring introduces two key business groups, Security Technology and Edge Technology, both supported by a unified global sales organization. The Security Technology Group, led by Rick McConnell, will prioritize core security business growth, while the Edge Technology Group, led by Adam Karon, will focus on media delivery, web performance, edge computing solutions, and the Intelligent Edge Platform.
Read more: Akamai Realigns Organization Around Market-Leading Internet Security And Edge Technology Solutions
Trellix and One Source Collaborate to Deliver Leading Managed Detection and Response Security Services
Trellix, a cybersecurity company specializing in extended detection and response (XDR), has expanded its strategic partnership with One Source, a Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) and technology delivery partner. The collaboration provides customers with a Fortune 500 Security Operations Center (SOC) capability built on the Trellix XDR Platform, offering AI-guided intelligence for faster detection, investigation, and remediation. Addressing the cyber talent gap, the partnership delivers tailored security solutions against sophisticated attacks, leveraging One Source’s Managed Detection and Response (MDR) capabilities. The combined expertise offers enhanced services, including managed threat detection and response, incident response, security operations and analytics, threat intelligence, threat hunting and forensics, and training and enablement. The Trellix XDR Platform’s open architecture integrates with over 500 third-party tools, creating multi-vector, multi-vendor event correlation for efficient investigations, while insights from the Trellix Advanced Research Center contribute to staying ahead of the evolving threat landscape.
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