Victoria Durgin

NTT DATA and Palo Alto Networks expand their global alliance around AI security and managed services, targeting $1 billion in joint business by 2029.

Quest Technology says MSPs should assess IoT and OT risks, secure legacy devices, and guide customers beyond traditional network defenses as threats grow.

Hexnode launches its Context Layer to orchestrate agentic AI workflows across endpoint management, helping MSPs reduce repetitive UEM administration.

Corsica Technologies finds 65% of IT and security leaders are considering switching MSPs as AI, automation and data integration reshape expectations.

Kaseya’s JV Varma explains how MSPs can modernize security models, strengthen cyber resilience, and move beyond reactive security practices.

Xentegra CTO Phillip Sellers explains how partners can turn AI hype into customer value while addressing security, data governance and adoption.

Palo Alto Networks and Zero Networks expand their integration to include automated threat containment, deeper traffic inspection, and agentic security controls.

Exclaimer launches MSP Connect, a global partner program with consumption billing, self-service management, PSA integrations, and NFR licensing for MSPs.

Sage acquires longtime partner Bangert, bringing construction implementation expertise and AI-enabled onboarding into Sage Intacct Construction.

Commvault expands Cloud Rewind for Microsoft Azure, tripling resource coverage and adding policy-based protection for cloud application recovery.

AIRI research finds B2B buyers are using AI to fact-check vendors, challenge recommendations, and vet alternatives during contract renewals.

Hatz AI CEO Jimmy Hatzell says rising SMB demand for AI is pressuring MSPs to formalize strategies around deployment, security, cost, and governance.