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Cato Networks has introduced SMB FlexPool, a pooled‑capacity licensing model designed to help MSPs deliver managed SASE services to small and midsize businesses more efficiently. The partner‑led programme removes the need for per‑customer licensing transactions, enabling MSPs to provision services in seconds and accelerate onboarding. Art Nichols, CTO at Uniti …

KnowBe4 has named Kurt Mills as its new channel chief, strengthening the company’s global partner strategy as it scales programmes, teams and enablement across the channel. The Leeds‑based digital workforce security vendor said Mills will lead the evolution of its partner programmes, operations and routes to market, reflecting a wider …

KnowBe4 has expanded its Defend email security portfolio with new protection for Google Workspace, bringing AI threat detection, explainable verdicts and real‑time coaching to Gmail’s global user base. Launched at Fal.Con 2026 in Las Vegas, the new release introduces a multi‑engine behavioural AI model trained on more than 1.15 billion …

A new Omdia study commissioned by Object First suggests technology leaders are losing ground in the fight against ransomware, with recovery outcomes deteriorating and confidence in existing backup storage eroding. The research, based on responses from global IT and business leaders, reports that 83% of organisations suffered a successful ransomware …

Fujifilm Device Technology has appointed Burke Systems & Solutions as its latest office print partner, expanding the availability of the Apeos multifunction printer range across Northern Ireland. The Belfast-based provider – which marks its 50th anniversary this year – will add Fujifilm’s Apeos MFPs to its managed print portfolio, offering …

Zyxel Networks has rolled out Nebula 20.10, introducing new identity‑based access controls and clearer network visibility tools designed to help MSPs and mid‑sized businesses streamline routine administration and reduce time spent on manual fixes. The update enables admins to integrate Nebula Control Center with third‑party identity providers including Microsoft Entra …

Canon has expanded its document scanner line-up for channel partners with the launch of the imageFORMULA DR‑C360, a compact, high‑productivity model designed for corporate and government organisations, as well as regulated sectors including banking, finance, healthcare and legal. The new device joins the imageFORMULA DR‑C300 Series, giving partners three models …

TD Synnex has added the Samsung Galaxy XR mixed reality headset to its portfolio, giving partners in the UK and Ireland access to the high‑resolution device along with the distributor’s established XR market expertise and support services. The agreement builds on the existing relationship between TD Synnex and Samsung, enabling …

Westcon-Comstor has signed a multi‑region distribution agreement with Sonar that will give channel partners across EMEA and APAC access to trusted AI‑driven code verification as demand for secure software development accelerates. The deal brings Sonar’s core platform, SonarQube, to Westcon-Comstor partners in the UK and internationally, enabling them to strengthen …

MSI has begun shipping the XpertStation WS300, a deskside AI supercomputer built on NVIDIA DGX Station architecture and powered by the NVIDIA GB300 Grace Blackwell Ultra Desktop Superchip. The system is now available through ASI, D&H and Newegg, giving channel partners a new route to deploy data‑centre‑class AI performance directly …

Sharp Europe has introduced two new high‑speed A3 colour MFPs aimed at organisations producing large volumes of professional‑quality documents internally. The BP 80C70 and BP 80C80 are designed for busy, high‑throughput environments, delivering up to 70ppm colour / 76ppm mono on the BP 80C70 and up to 80ppm colour / …

Toshiba Electronics Europe GmbH has expanded the availability of its S300 AI Surveillance Hard Drive, introducing retail packaging to make the AI‑optimised range easier for professional users to source through retail and e‑commerce channels. First launched in bulk packaging in November 2025, the S300 AI now supports a wider variety …