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Upwind Raises $250M to Enhance CNAPP with AI and Data Security Solutions

Cloud Security, Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP), Data Security Series B Round at $1.5B Valuation Fuels Expansion into AI, Application, and Data Security Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • January 26, 2026 Amiram Shachar, co-founder and CEO, Upwind (Image: Upwind) Upwind, a cloud security startup led by a former NetApp executive, has…

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Why Upwind Is Pursuing $250 Million in Funding with a $1.5 Billion Valuation

Cloud Security, Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP), Security Operations Increasing Investments Could Enhance Cloud Security Competition Against Major Players Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • January 21, 2026 The cybersecurity landscape has experienced a significant shift, transitioning from a dry spell to a surge in funding for emerging companies. See Also: On-Demand…

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Integrating Geopolitical Risk Into Your IT Strategy

Leadership & Executive Communication, Training & Security Leadership Scenario Planning: Enhancing Cyber Resilience Amid Geopolitical Disruptions Jennifer Lawinski • January 14, 2026 CIOs and technology leaders need to understand their organizations’ responses to geopolitical disruptions, emphasizing scenario planning as a vital strategy. (Image: Shutterstock) While IT organizations have established plans…

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Orca and Wiz Resolve Legal Disputes Over Cloud Security Patents

Cloud Security, Litigation, Security Operations Patent Board Ruling Invalidates Three Orca Patents, Resulting in Dismissal of Legal Disputes Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • January 7, 2026 In a significant development within the cloud security sector, Orca Security and Wiz have mutually agreed to dismiss their competing patent infringement lawsuits, with an…

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How Vulnerable Accounts Predict Incidents

In the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, identity management has become a crucial front line for defenders. According to Verizon’s 2025 report, a staggering 88% of web application attacks were initiated with compromised credentials. Over the past decade, data indicated that one-third of breaches involved such leaks, highlighting the increasing reliance…

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Sweet Security Secures $75M for Integrated AI and Cloud Protection

Agentic AI, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Cloud Security Israeli Startup Plans to Enhance AI Agent Security Within Cloud Platforms Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • November 24, 2025 Eyal Fisher, co-founder and chief product officer, Sweet Security (Image: Sweet Security) Sweet Security, an Israeli startup established by former Chief Information Security…

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