SAN DIEGO, Aug. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CyberCatch Holdings, Inc. (“CyberCatch”) (OTCQB:CYBHF) (TSXV:CYBE), a cybersecurity company that provides a patented, AI-enabled continuous cybersecurity compliance and cyber risk mitigation solution, focused on serving organizations in critical infrastructure sectors in North America, announced today that Sai Huda, Founder and CEO, and author of the best-seller, Next Level Cybersecurity, will present live at the OTCQB Venture Virtual Investor Conference hosted b ...

Scottsdale, AZ, Aug. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CISO Global (NASDAQ: CISO), a premier provider of AI-powered cybersecurity software and compliance services, announced today a significant investor-driven financial restructuring. Over $9 million in convertible debt was exchanged into newly issued Preferred Shares by two strategic long-term investors. Both principal investors involved in this restructuring have a longstanding commitment to CISO Global, with one serving as a current Director and the other as ...

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Palo Alto Networks® (NASDAQ: PANW), the global cybersecurity leader, today announced Cortex® Cloud™ Application Security Posture Management (ASPM), a prevention-first application security module that intelligently blocks security issues from reaching production. Now, security leaders and developers can fix security risks before cloud and AI applications have been deployed, which is 10 times faster, more efficient, and cost effective. In addition, Cortex Clou ...

Core Viewpoint - Palo Alto Networks has significantly expanded its market capitalization to approximately $114 billion since Nikesh Arora became CEO in June 2018, driven by an aggressive acquisition strategy, including the recent $25 billion acquisition of CyberArk, marking a pivotal moment in the cybersecurity landscape [2][3]. Company Strategy - Under Arora's leadership, Palo Alto has executed over 20 acquisitions to establish itself as a comprehensive cybersecurity provider, with CyberArk being the largest acquisition in the company's history [2][3]. - The acquisition of CyberArk is aimed at enhancing Palo Alto's capabilities in identity management, positioning the company against competitors like Okta, Microsoft, and IBM's HashiCorp [5][16]. Market Reaction - Following the announcement of the CyberArk deal, Palo Alto's stock experienced a 16% decline, with several analysts downgrading their ratings due to concerns over the integration and potential synergies of the acquisition [3][19]. - Analysts have expressed mixed sentiments, with some recommending a hold on the stock while others maintain a buy recommendation, citing Arora's strong execution focus and market positioning strategy [19][20]. Financial Performance - CyberArk reported a 46% revenue increase in the latest quarter, reaching $328 million, which constitutes about 14% of Palo Alto's total revenue [9]. - The acquisition aligns with the growing demand for integrated cybersecurity solutions, as organizations increasingly seek to streamline their security operations [17]. Competitive Landscape - Palo Alto has identified Alphabet as a new competitor in the cybersecurity space, alongside traditional players like Cisco and Microsoft, reflecting the evolving dynamics of the industry [4]. - The cybersecurity sector is witnessing a surge in mergers and acquisitions, driven by the rise in sophisticated cyber threats, particularly those leveraging artificial intelligence [5].

16th Annual Splunk User Conference Unites Practitioners, Customers, and Partners to Build an AI-powered World that is Safer and More Digitally Resilient SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Cisco today announced it will host Splunk's annual .conf25 user conference from September 8–11, 2025, at the Thomas Michael Menino Convention and Exhibition Center in Boston. At .conf25, Cisco will highlight how the integration of Splunk empowers its customers to harness the full potential of agentic AI, unlock ...

"We are reshaping what it means to stay operational in a world shaped by constant digital disruption," said Joe Levy, CEO, Sophos. "This is the future of cyber resilience: an intelligent, adaptive partnership that ensures organizations remain secure, responsive, and uninterrupted. By combining Sophos' prevention-first approach with Rubrik's unwavering recovery capabilities, we empower businesses to withstand attacks and maintain continuity, even under pressure." Sophos will offer a powerful new add-on solut ...

Core Viewpoint - Fortinet, Inc. (NASDAQ: FTNT) remains a favorable investment despite recent stock performance being flat since January and declining from its February peak [1] Company Analysis - The stock has shown volatility but is still considered a viable option for investors [1] - The analysis emphasizes a focus on financial metrics and business fundamentals rather than market narratives [1]

"With this paydown, our total long-term debt is now less than $3 million, a remarkable change from where we were just one year ago. This move is another testimony to Castellum's focus, strategy, and performance," states David Bell, Chief Financial Officer of Castellum. VIENNA, Va., Aug. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Castellum, Inc. (NYSE-American: CTM) ("Castellum" or "CTM"), a cybersecurity, electronic warfare, and software engineering services company focused on the federal government, announces that it ha ...

Core Insights - Notable companies reporting quarterly results include Disney, Fortinet, and Shopify, all of which have favorable Zacks Rank ratings [1] Disney – DIS - Disney is expected to report its fiscal third quarter results, with a Zacks Rank of 2 (Buy) [2] - The stock has risen over 30% in the last year, reaching a 52-week high of $124 in late June [2] - Cost-cutting initiatives and strategic pivots have led to strong performance, with major box office hits like Inside Out 2 and Lilo & Stitch grossing over $1 billion globally [3] - Streaming platforms Disney+ and Hulu have seen increased profitability, aided by measures against password sharing and the introduction of extra-member fees [3] - Q3 is projected to see 2% growth in revenue and 6% growth in earnings [3] - The forward earnings multiple stands at 20.1X, with a price-to-sales ratio below 2X, indicating value [4] Fortinet – FTNT - Fortinet, with a Zacks Rank of 2 (Buy), is gaining traction due to its AI-powered threat detection and post-quantum cryptography readiness [5] - Following a record Q1, Q2 revenue is expected to reach $1.62 billion, a 13% increase, with EPS projected to rise 3% to $0.59 [6] - Fortinet has exceeded earnings expectations for 29 consecutive quarters since May 2018, contributing to a stock gain of over 70% in the past year [6] Shopify – SHOP - Shopify holds a Zacks Rank of 1 (Strong Buy) and has seen its stock increase over 15% year-to-date, with a remarkable 140% gain over the last year [10] - The introduction of AI-powered tools has enhanced its commerce platform, driving popularity among merchants [10] - Strategic partnerships with Meta Platforms, Amazon, and TikTok have expanded Shopify's ecosystem [11] - Q2 sales are projected to rise 24% to $2.54 billion, with EPS expected to increase 8% to $0.28 [11] - Analysts anticipate Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV) to reach $81 billion, marking seven consecutive quarters of over 20% GMV growth [11] Conclusion - Disney, Fortinet, and Shopify are highlighted as key stocks to watch as they prepare to report quarterly results, with potential for further upside [13]

Growth & Demand - Company has added over 100 million users in less than 12 months since reaching 200 million milestone [2] - Massive growth and demand are being experienced [1][2] - Continued geopolitical tensions and attacks on critical infrastructure are contributing to increased demand in cyber security [2][3] Market Position & Strategy - Company protects 40% of the Fortune 10 companies [2] - Customers desire fewer platforms (5-10) instead of 70+ point solutions for critical environment protection [4][5] - Company is focusing on integrating acquired companies, but continues to consider build, buy, or partner strategies [7] - Company aims to add two more products this year to complete a seven-product platform [7] - Company is taking market share from competitors like Palo Alto Networks, Microsoft, and Tenable [10] Financial Goals & Future Plans - Company aims for $1 billion in ARR (Annual Recurring Revenue) as a milestone in the next three years [8][11] - IPO is a potential goal, possibly as soon as next year (2026), to maximize shareholder and employee value [8][11]