Security

VMware announced advancements in its Carbon Black Extended Detection and Response (XDR) strategy focused on cloud native applications. www.vmware.com

Sophos announced its new Sophos Incident Response Retainer, which provides organizations with speedy access to Sophos’ incident response service that includes 45 days of 24/7 Managed Detection and Response (MDR). www.sophos.com

Mimecast announced a release of Protection for Microsoft Teams for its Email Security Cloud In-tegrated customers. www.mimecast.com

Miscellaneous

HCLTech announced a collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to accelerate the adoption of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI). www.hcl.com

Trend Micro announced an extension to its partner program and launched a new offering designed to allow MSSPs, service partners and pure-play managed detection and response (MDR) compa-nies to build or grow their MDR and SOC-as-a-service offerings. www.trend.com

ESET announced that it has partnered with Patriot Growth Insurance Services (Patriot), a US in-surance services firm specializing in cyber insurance. www.eset.com