As we trend towards the end of the year, the IT channel has continued its push of acquisitions to grow its service offerings and provide for more customers. Channel Insider has been keeping track of major moves within the ecosystem and the varying factors that have driven recent M&As in the MSP industry. Let’s take…
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Vectra AI, Lumifi Partner to Enhance XDR Security and SOC Operations
Vectra AI, a vendor of AI-driven extended detection and response (XDR) has partnered with managed detection and response (MDR) provider Lumifi to bring Vectra AI’s platform to Lumifi customers. Randy Schirman, channel chief of Vectra AI, and David Norlin, CTO at Lumifi spoke with Channel Insider to share more about why and how their partnership…
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Kindo Unveils New Channel Partner Program for AI-Powered DevSecOps Solutions
Cybersecurity company, Kindo, is launching a new channel partner program aimed at empowering value-added resellers (VARs), MSPs, and other partners to deliver their AI-augmented security operations to DevSecOps teams on a global scale to accelerate growth and expand market reach. Program signals Kindo’s desire for mutual success According to the company, its channel partner program…
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Virtuozzo Welcomes Founders Back to Drive Cloud Efficiency in 2025
Virtuozzo has built a partner network of over 700 solution providers across 85 countries that utilize the company’s variety of infrastructure as a service (IaaS), multi-cloud Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS), Kubernetes hosting, object storage, cloud data platform and other solutions. The company, which services an emerging demand for complex cloud computing without full reliance on the traditional…
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Vendor Dynamics To Reshape APAC Channel Expectations for 2025
The Australian channel is anticipating a more positive 2025 after a year marked by delayed decisions and extended sales cycles, but the big successes will be found by those channel organisations that can adjust to the changing expectations that major vendors have of their partners. “Most of the folks I’ve spoken to have said business…
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Cavelo CEO on Bringing Data & Security Platform Exclusively Through Channel
Data asset discovery and classification vendor Cavelo was founded in 2020 to alleviate budgetary and skill restrictions that keep businesses from securing their organizations. In 2024, the company shifted to focus entirely on operating through the channel with MSP, MSSP, and VAR relationships. Channel Insider spoke with Cavelo CEO James Mignacca to learn more about…
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The Cybersecurity Stories that Defined 2024 in the Channel
More than ever, cybersecurity posture is an incredibly important aspect of the IT channel, with wide-ranging implications. As we continue to generate colossal amounts of data, protecting systems and clients has become a challenging task that requires partnerships, new emerging solutions, and acquisitions to overcome such a challenge. Over the course of 2024, there have…
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Wyebot Partners With Zebra Technologies To Automate WiFi Intelligence
Network automation vendor Wyebot announced recently it has joined the Zebra PartnerConnect program. The partnership will bring Wyebot’s Wireless Intelligence Platform to Zebra customers and give Wyebot access to Zebra’s portfolio, along with training, marketing, sales, and technical benefits. “As a PartnerConnect member, Wyebot now has access to industry-leading solutions, training and tools that will…
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Security Vendor Dashlane Launches First Formal Partner Program
Credential-based threat defender Dashlane has worked with channel businesses for several years and has now launched the organization’s Dashlane Partner Program to formalize the benefits for various reseller partners worldwide. “Our partner program is foundational to our growing investment in the channel and our mission to deliver the credential security that enterprises and their employees…
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Vultr Teams with AMD, Broadcom, and Juniper to Advance AI with GPU Architecture
Cloud infrastructure company Vultr recently announced a four-way strategic collaboration with Juniper Networks, AMD, and Broadcom to team up on a new ecosystem to help foster the next phase of AI innovation with new GPU data center architecture. Additionally, Vultr will be expanding its Chicago cloud data center region at Centersquare’s Lisle, Illinois location. This…
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WatchGuard CISO on What MSPs Need to Know to Stay Secure in 2025
Security vendor WatchGuard has deep channel connections and years of expertise in network security, endpoint protection, and other specialties. WatchGuard Chief Information Security Officer Corey Nachreiner spoke with Channel Insider to discuss the emerging technology and impending threats MSPs must consider for themselves and their clients as the calendar turns to a new year. Supporting…
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How to Create Microsoft Copilot Use Cases for Clients
Organizations of all sizes are continuously looking to AI and machine learning to automate processes and enhance efficiency. The big players in the AI space are creating all-encompassing AI tools to meet the needs of enterprises and create value for their customers. One of those tools is Microsoft’s Copilot solution, which can be used for…
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SonicWall Partners with CrowdStrike to Protect SMBs with New MDR Offering
Recently, SonicWall announced that it would be partnering with CrowdStrike to deliver a new Managed Detection and Response (MDR) offering to bring enterprise-grade security to small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). SonicWall and CrowdStrike bring together services and products SonicWall’s trusted Managed Security Services (MSS) combines with CrowdStrike’s Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) capabilities from the…
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CyberArk Launches FuzzyAI to Test AI Models for Security Risks
Identity security solution vendor CyberArk has launched its new tool designed to test AI models and determine potential security issues before problems arise. CyberArk said in a press release announcing FuzzyAI that the tool has jailbroken every model it tested, pointing to significant flaws across AI adoption, leaving organizations vulnerable as they utilize emerging technologies.…
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Cato Networks Expands SASE Platform with IoT/OT Security Solution
Secure Access Server Edge (SASE) leader Cato Networks recently announced that it will expand its Cato SASE Cloud Platform with a new IoT/OT security solution. Cato Networks brings new native capabilities to its platform The Cato IoT/OT Security solution will be the fourth major platform expansion for Cato in 2024, coming on the heels of…
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AWS Driving Customer Value in 2025 with Partner Program Enhancements
Recently, AWS announced new initiatives at its re:Invent 2024 event to change how partners engage with AWS and provide enhancements that focus on helping partners grow their relevance, reach, and relationships with their customers. The new initiatives are focused on partners of all sizes and aim to guide these partners on maximizing co-sell opportunities with…
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GoTo Adds AI Capabilities Plus Automation, Management to Resolve & Rescue
Communications and IT management vendor GoTo announced additions to the GoTo Resolve and LogMeIn Rescue solutions aimed at streamlining IT processes. The solutions now include enhanced AI capabilities, streamlined IT workflows, and improvements to device management tools. “At GoTo, we’re committed to delivering innovative IT management and support solutions that empower teams to work smarter,”…
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GoTo Adds AI Capabilities Plus Automation, Management to Resolve & Rescue
Communications and IT management vendor GoTo announced additions to the GoTo Resolve and LogMeIn Rescue solutions aimed at streamlining IT processes. The solutions now include enhanced AI capabilities, streamlined IT workflows, and improvements to device management tools. “At GoTo, we’re committed to delivering innovative IT management and support solutions that empower teams to work smarter,”…
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GoTo Adds AI Capabilities Plus Automation, Management to Resolve & Rescue
Communications and IT management vendor GoTo announced additions to the GoTo Resolve and LogMeIn Rescue solutions aimed at streamlining IT processes. The solutions now include enhanced AI capabilities, streamlined IT workflows, and improvements to device management tools. “At GoTo, we’re committed to delivering innovative IT management and support solutions that empower teams to work smarter,”…
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Blue Mantis Acquires Colligio, Creates Collaboration Practice
Mergers and acquisitions between solutions providers continue to reshape the channel landscape. Following the November acquisition of Colligio by Blue Mantis, Colligio founder and President Sean Kelley spoke with Channel Insider about the M&A process and the shared commitment to customers between both organizations. Colligio brings Cisco competencies and communications expertise to Blue Mantis offerings…
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Blue Mantis Acquires Colligio, Creates Collaboration Practice
Mergers and acquisitions between solutions providers continue to reshape the channel landscape. Following the November acquisition of Colligio by Blue Mantis, Colligio founder and President Sean Kelley spoke with Channel Insider about the M&A process and the shared commitment to customers between both organizations. Colligio brings Cisco competencies and communications expertise to Blue Mantis offerings…
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Blue Mantis Acquires Colligio, Creates Collaboration Practice
Mergers and acquisitions between solutions providers continue to reshape the channel landscape. Following the November acquisition of Colligio by Blue Mantis, Colligio founder and President Sean Kelley spoke with Channel Insider about the M&A process and the shared commitment to customers between both organizations. Colligio brings Cisco competencies and communications expertise to Blue Mantis offerings…
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Intel’s US Channel Chief on Buying Habits & 2025 Partner Plans
Intel veteran Michael Green’s role as US channel chief expanded into an additional role as North American general manager of partner scale earlier this year. Green spoke with Channel Insider to explain how he approaches the Intel channel, where he sees key opportunities for partners, and how the company can adjust to new buying habits…
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Intel’s US Channel Chief on Buying Habits & 2025 Partner Plans
Intel veteran Michael Green’s role as US channel chief expanded into an additional role as North American general manager of partner scale earlier this year. Green spoke with Channel Insider to explain how he approaches the Intel channel, where he sees key opportunities for partners, and how the company can adjust to new buying habits…
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Intel’s US Channel Chief on Buying Habits & 2025 Partner Plans
Intel veteran Michael Green’s role as US channel chief expanded into an additional role as North American general manager of partner scale earlier this year. Green spoke with Channel Insider to explain how he approaches the Intel channel, where he sees key opportunities for partners, and how the company can adjust to new buying habits…