News for today:
- [Akamai] Acquiring LayerX. Akamai is acquiring Layer X for US$205 million; LayerX offers secure enterprise browser technology and AI usage control. LayerX’s solutions will extend Akamai’s protection into the browser, where the majority of enterprise tasks now occur and where today’s workforce engages with generative AI applications, SaaS AI solutions, and AI agents. With this acquisition, Akamai is taking a critical step in the evolution of its Zero Trust security portfolio and addressing one of the most urgent priorities for security leaders in 2026: AI usage control. Akamai
- [Omada] Launch of Identity Cloud Private. Omada announced a private cloud (Azure) edition of its identity security and governance platform. Customers now have three ways to consume Omada Identity Cloud: multi-tenant SaaS, Omada Identity Cloud Private, and Omada Identity on-premises. Omada Identity Cloud Private deploys the same application, in the Azure region the customer selects, on the same release cadence as the SaaS service. The customer or partner operates the Azure environment, while Omada provides the application software, release packages, deployment guidance, and product support. Omada
- [Huntress] Cyber insurance with Acrisure. Huntress and Acrisure have partnered on a new cyber insurance program, where customers using Huntress solutions get streamlined access to insurance via Acrisure. The program enables eligible organizations to access unique Cyber or Tech Errors and Omissions (Tech E&O) insurance policies with no deductible, using a streamlined application process that reduces complexity and paperwork typically associated with securing cyber insurance coverage. Huntress
- [Barracuda] Email attacks are driven by AI and phishing-as-a-service. New research from Barracuda highlights attacker operations that leverage AI and phishing-as-a-service capabilities for email attacks; the conclusions flow from an analysis of 3.1 billion email messages. AI‑driven social engineering and phishing‑as‑a‑service are accelerating both the volume and effectiveness of email attacks, enabling adversaries to scale credential‑phishing operations and increase the success rate of targeted campaigns. The report also highlights a shift in attacker tactics, with threat actors moving from file‑based payloads to URL‑based delivery and embedding QR codes in trusted document formats to disguise malicious destinations. Attackers are further exploiting account takeover techniques to bypass traditional defenses and deliver highly convincing messages from compromised inboxes, underscoring the need for integrated, multilayered email protection. Barracuda
- [HackerOne] Integration with Wiz. HackerOne can now send its threat exposure data directly to Wiz’s cloud and AI security platform. The HackerOne and Wiz integration … [connects] continuous testing findings with Wiz’s Security Graph and Attack Surface Management capabilities. Validated vulnerabilities from bug bounty, vulnerability disclosure, pentesting, and AI red teaming programs are mapped directly to the cloud environments they impact, giving teams a real-time view of risk across infrastructure, identities, and data. HackerOne
- [Proofpoint] MSP play in North America. Proofpoint formed a new dedicated business unit to serve MSPs (and SMBs) in North America; the new business unit is possible due to the Hornetsecurity acquisition last year. There’s a new security platform for Microsoft 365, too, courtesy of Hornet. Proofpoint 365 Total Protection enables MSPs and their customers to access the business unit’s full portfolio of cloud security services under a single, unified, multitenant solution. The AI-powered platform combines: Advanced email security, AI-powered phishing and ransomware defence, Automated and compliant email archiving, encryption, and continuity, Microsoft 365 backup and recovery, Ongoing, automated security awareness training, Access control and compliance support, and AI cyber assistance. Proofpoint
- [Netwrix] Scaling 1Secure via Azure. Netwrix is going to use Azure as its core cloud platform to scale its 1Secure platform and its business. Netwrix will leverage Azure to support core capabilities including data discovery, identity governance, and risk visibility. This enables organizations to more effectively identify sensitive data, understand access risk, and take action to reduce exposure across increasingly distributed environments. This approach also supports organizations looking to align their security investments with existing Microsoft Azure commitments. Netwrix