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Australia's Ransomware Action Plan a major step forward for cybercrime prevention

Australia takes a bold step in cybercrime prevention with its Ransomware Action Plan, aiming to curb ransomware attacks that cost the economy AUD $33 billion.

By Forcepoint • 5 min read • Fri, 12th Nov 2021

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Data Protection

Forcepoint names Vincent Merlin as Chief Marketing Officer

The hire signals Forcepoint's push to sharpen its AI security sales as rivals vie for enterprise spending on data protection.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month

Data Protection

Forcepoint adds Claude oversight for enterprise AI

Security teams can now track Claude Enterprise chats and file uploads alongside other AI tools, helping firms spot sensitive data exposure.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Sat, 30th May 2026

Data Protection

F5 & Forcepoint come together to secure enterprise AI

Security teams face a wider gap as enterprise AI moves into production, with data governance and runtime controls often managed separately.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Apr 2026

Data Protection

F5 & Forcepoint join forces on enterprise AI security

As AI moves into production, enterprises face gaps between data governance and runtime controls that can expose sensitive information and policy breaches.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Mar 2026

Firewalls

F5 & Forcepoint join to secure enterprise AI systems

Enterprises racing to deploy AI tools are risking sensitive data leaks unless security moves from discovery to runtime protection, F5 and Forcepoint say.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026

Data Protection

Forcepoint adds ARIA AI assistant to Data Security Cloud

Forcepoint adds ARIA AI assistant and a faster endpoint agent to Data Security Cloud to tighten policy control for generative AI workloads.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Sat, 7th Mar 2026

Data Protection

Forcepoint unveils DDR system for enhanced data security

Forcepoint has launched a new Data Detection and Response system, enhancing data security with AI-driven insights and automated risk management.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025

Cloud Access Security Broker

John Milionis steps in as Channel Sales Director at Fortinet Australia

John Milionis has been appointed as the new Channel Sales Director of Fortinet Australia, bringing his extensive experience in the technology sector to enhance cybersecurity and outcomes for partners and customers.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Feb 2024

Privileged Access Management

Delinea appoints Matt Bruun as VP for Northern Europe

Veteran sales leader Matt Bruun has been named Vice President (VP) for Northern Europe at privileged access management provider Delinea, set to enhance the company's regional presence.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Jan 2024

Firewalls

Growing cyber crime rate boosts next-gen firewall market growth

Due to rising cyber crime, the next-gen firewall market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.48% between 2021 and 2028, per a Knowledge Sourcing Intelligence study.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 1st Jan 2024

Cloud Access Security Broker

Five trends that will rule the security industry in 2023

Forcepoint has released a new eBook, examining trends that are likely to disrupt the industry and need addressing in the coming year.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Dec 2022

Firewalls

Find success in modernising your network security with Forcepoint

With good planning, effective technology and new approaches, modernising network security doesn't have to be complicated, costly or protracted.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Nov 2022

Cloud Access Security Broker

Vectra AI appoints Myrna Soto as key advisor

Myrna Soto, a cybersecurity industry veteran, joins Vectra's leadership team and board of directors as a key advisor to support accelerated growth plans.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Aug 2022

Cloud Access Security Broker

Forcepoint appoints Beth Gaspich as Chief Financial Officer

Beth Gaspich, NICE CFO, joins Forcepoint Board of Directors as independent director and chairperson of the Audit Committee, effective immediately.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 20th May 2022

Cloud Access Security Broker

New Forcepoint technology helps hybrid workplaces maintain security

Forcepoint introduces the 'easy button' for security with their all-in-one cloud platform, simplifying hybrid workplace security challenges.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Mar 2022

Malware

Forcepoint reveals the top 5 cybersecurity trends to watch out for in 2022

Cyberattacks will become a military weapon, with governments targeting vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure, according to cybersecurity firm Forcepoint.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Wed, 22nd Dec 2021