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SEC Chair Gary Gensler highlighted the disproportionate amount of fraud and scams in the crypto sector, emphasizing the need for robust regulatory oversight. He mentioned the SEC's litigation against Coinbase and discussed the implications for investors using platforms like Robinhood. Gensler's comments underscore the SEC's focus on protecting investors amid the rapid expansion of the crypto market.

Portfolio Pulse from Murtuza Merchant

May 07, 2024 | 2:30 pm

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CrowdStrike announced the launch of CrowdStrike Falcon for Defender, designed to augment Microsoft Defender deployments to enhance security and stop missed attacks. This solution, part of the AI-native CrowdStrike Falcon XDR platform, aims to reduce the operational burden on security teams by providing additional visibility into threats and facilitating threat hunting to prevent breaches.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

May 07, 2024 | 2:15 pm

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Varonis Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:VRNS) has introduced prompt monitoring to its Microsoft 365 Copilot security offering, enhancing its data security platform. This feature enables security teams to investigate risky AI interactions, including prompt hacking, within Microsoft 365 environments. Varonis leverages machine learning for user behavior profiling and anomaly detection, and offers additional support through its Athena AI assistant and Managed Data Detection and Response service. As a top-tier Microsoft partner, Varonis aims to facilitate the secure adoption of Microsoft 365 Copilot for organizations, which can also request a free Data Risk Assessment via the Azure Marketplace.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

May 07, 2024 | 1:21 pm

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CrowdStrike (NASDAQ:CRWD) and NinjaOne announced a strategic partnership to offer comprehensive endpoint protection against cyberattacks by integrating NinjaOne's endpoint management with CrowdStrike's Falcon XDR platform. This collaboration aims to enhance detection, investigation, and response to attacks, leveraging AI to reduce response times by up to 95%. The partnership addresses the challenges of a hybrid workforce and the surge in endpoint devices, aiming to simplify security and management for IT and security teams.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

May 07, 2024 | 12:17 pm

PANW

Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ:PANW) has launched new AI-powered security solutions, including AI Access Security, AI Security Posture Management (AI-SPM), and AI Runtime Security, leveraging its proprietary Precision AI technology. These solutions aim to protect against AI-generated threats and secure AI adoption by combining machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI. The offerings are integrated across Palo Alto Networks' platforms (Strata, Prisma, and Cortex) and include advanced security services to counter web-based threats, zero-day threats, and more, while also ensuring the secure development and deployment of AI applications.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

May 07, 2024 | 12:16 pm

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Zscaler, Inc. (NASDAQ:ZS) has announced a collaboration with Google to integrate Zscaler Private Access with Chrome Enterprise, creating a joint zero trust architecture. This partnership aims to enhance cybersecurity by providing secure access to private applications and advanced threat and data protection. The collaboration leverages the strengths of both companies to offer a solution that minimizes attack surfaces, simplifies management, and improves user experience while promoting flexibility and productivity. The initiative is expected to replace legacy VPNs and firewalls, offering a more secure and efficient way to access corporate resources.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

May 07, 2024 | 12:12 pm

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Reuters reported that Ukraine has examined debris from 21 of the 50 North Korean ballistic missiles that Kyiv claims Russia has fired, noting a high failure rate of these missiles.

Portfolio Pulse from Charles Gross

May 07, 2024 | 11:25 am

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Final Fantasy 14, developed by Square Enix Holdings Co (OTC:SQNXF), is experiencing a global Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack affecting player access across all data centers. The attack, which occurred on May 6, disrupted login and data transmission, leading to player disconnections. Square Enix is investigating and implementing countermeasures. Despite this, plans for the game's graphical update and the release of the Dawntrail expansion continue, with early access starting June 28.

Portfolio Pulse from Franca Quarneti

May 06, 2024 | 9:06 pm

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Hamas has accepted a ceasefire proposal mediated by Egypt and Qatar, which Israel views as 'softened' and potentially unacceptable. The U.S. opposes an Israeli military operation in Rafah, emphasizing the need to protect Palestinian civilians. The ceasefire acceptance and subsequent developments have led to a slight rise in Israeli stocks, as indicated by the iShares MSCI Israel ETF (EIS), and an increase in oil prices, impacting the United States Oil Fund (USO).

Portfolio Pulse from Piero Cingari

May 06, 2024 | 7:43 pm

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The FAA is investigating Boeing and potentially Spirit AeroSystems (SPR) regarding concerns over falsified records and incomplete inspections of the Boeing 787, following an incident related to a door.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

May 06, 2024 | 7:12 pm