Cybersecurity Investments, Innovations, and Global Commitments

Cybersecurity is not just preventative, it is a strategic business element, with leaders and organizations recognizing its vital role in building trust in the digital economy. The adoption of security programmers has evolved from being perceived solely as an expense to becoming an essential investment component for businesses at every tier. This landscape is driving both private and global cyber security investments and commitments, with a particular focus on streamlining processes and transforming risk management into operational technologies.

This Week in Cybersecurity

How Women Will Solve Your Cybersecurity Problem

Leaders around the world are realizing the importance of cybersecurity for building trust in a highly dynamic and competitive digital economy. Organizations of all sizes are gradually adopting security programs as a strategic component of business, for reasons that include enabling new revenue streams, safeguarding operational continuity, and meeting regulatory requirements. The good news is that we are witnessing progress and appreciation for information security; the bad news is that the number of cybercrime victims continues to rise, reaching all-time high, writes Oscar Montes, Country Manager, Radware. 

Okta Increases its Cybersecurity Commitment

Following a cybersecurity intrusion in November 2023, Okta, the Identity and Access Management (IAM) provider, has announced an increased investment in cybersecurity, a restructuring of its customer support, and the launch of its Secure Identity Commitment, as part of their long-term strategic plan aimed at strengthening the company’s security posture.

AnzenSage Simplifies Cybersecurity with AnenOT

AnzenSage, a cybersecurity consulting firm specialized in the food and agriculture industry, introduced AnzenOT, an application designed with the intention of transforming risk management into operational cybersecurity technology (OT). AnzenOT, represents the company's commitment to expand its employable cybersecurity services across diverse industries, extending its market beyond its primary focus on the food sector.

Companies in Querétaro to Increase Cybersecurity Investments

Jorge Buitrón Arriola, President of Vortice IT, reveals that the exponential increase in technological adoption has catapulted the demand for cybersecurity services in Queretaro companies, projecting a notable 25% increase in investments for this year, as well as its intention to promote cybersecurity in companies. According to the State Digital Development Index (IDDE) 2023, the state is positioned as an epicenter of innovation and technology.

NIST Introduces Cybersecurity Framework 2.0

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) unveiled the new version of its Cybersecurity Framework (CSF). Based on valuable contributions during its review, the CSF 2.0 is intended, according to the company's press release, to serve as a comprehensive guide in key areas of cybersecurity, offering advantages for both organizations and general users. With this version of CSF 2.0, NIST aims to change its perception from being seen as an expense to a comprehensive investment for protection and operational continuity.