The potential deal comes as AI agent adoption accelerates, and as Cisco ramps up acquisitions tied to AI security and observability. Cisco Systems is in “advanced talks” to acquire startup Astrix Security for its technology that monitors and secures AI agents for between $250 million and $350 million, according to a report first published by...Read More
PORTLAND, Ore., April 13, 2026–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Orca Security, the pioneer of agentless cloud security, today announced a strategic distribution agreement for North America with TD SYNNEX, a leading global distributor and solutions aggregator for the IT ecosystem. This partnership marks a significant evolution in Orca Security’s go-to-market strategy, transitioning reseller operations to a distribution-led model to...Read More
Rather like quantum computing, the rise of all tiers of AI has given us pause for thought when it comes to cybersecurity. As we gain more power to compute and automate, we gain an equivalent level of risk and vulnerability driven by malicious entities, spanning from hell-bent script kiddies to nation-state actors. Can we now...Read More
AI coding tools now write a significant share of modern software, speeding up development in industries like fintech, SaaS, and healthcare systems. However, faster output often comes with hidden risks, especially when security reviews lag behind generation. As enterprises scale AI-assisted coding, understanding vulnerability trends becomes essential to prevent breaches and compliance failures. Let’s explore...Read More
Matias Madou, CTO & Co-Founder, Secure Code Warrior discusses how modern threat modelling must evolve beyond slow, traditional practices. New risks, smarter modelling Threat modelling is not a new concept for companies running a modern, defence-centred security program. In fact, it’s one of the core tenets of preventative cybersecurity best practices. The most effective way...Read More
CAMPBELL, Calif., April 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Alpha Vision, a Silicon Valley-based leader in AI-powered video intelligence, today announced its participation in the 2026 New England Cannabis Convention (NECANN) and NECANN Cup in Boston. Attendees are invited to visit Booth #817 to experience how AI-driven security and business intelligence are redefining cannabis operations. Alpha Vision...Read More
More American workers are experimenting with artificial intelligence in their jobs, but skepticism is still widespread. New Gallup polling finds that while more employees are using AI frequently in their work, there’s been an uptick in alarm that new technologies will replace their jobs. Many workers who are not using AI say they prefer to...Read More
Unit 42, Palo Alto Networks has uncovered a set of security risks in Google Cloud’s Vertex AI platform that could allow malicious or compromised AI agents to access sensitive data and cloud resources beyond their intended scope. The research focuses on Vertex AI Agent Engine, a platform used to build and deploy autonomous AI...Read More
TLDRS; Cisco stock dipped slightly as reports revealed advanced talks to acquire AI security startup Astrix in a deal worth up to $350 million. Astrix focuses on securing non-human identities like bots and AI agents, a rapidly growing cybersecurity risk area as AI adoption accelerates globally. The startup has strong backing and enterprise clients, highlighting...Read More
Double extortion is bad enough—that’s the current tactic favored by ransomware groups—but the emerging quadruple extortion promises to further complicate mitigation and response by targeted organizations, prompting an escalation in extortion payments. Yet that’s just one piece of evidence that ransomware continues to evolve despite high-profile takedowns by law enforcement—they just reincarnate or rebrand as...Read More
