Palo Alto Networks is expanding its artificial intelligence-powered cybersecurity offerings, as clients seek to secure their business operations from rising hacking incidents. ...

Nikesh Arora, CEO of Palo Alto Networks, looks on during the closing bell at the Nasdaq Market in New York City on March 25, 2025.Palo Alto Networks on Tuesday launched new artificial intelligence agents that allow customers to automate certain cybersecurity actions.The new agents, known as Cortex AgentiX, can handle threat intelligence investigations, respond to email breaches and can be deployed across various security vendor platforms. The tools will be available starting Tuesday through several of Palo ...

Market Overview - Futures are trading higher, driven by positive news regarding a potential trade agreement with China and the TikTok issue resolution [1] - Wall Street is anticipating a significant number of earnings reports this week, particularly from technology giants in the Magnificent 7 [1] - Strong retail participation and new overseas investments are contributing to the momentum towards the S&P 500 reaching 7000 [1] Treasury Yields - Yields are mixed, with shorter maturities trading modestly lower and longer maturities, such as the 30-year and 20-year bonds, showing small gains [2] - The Treasury Market and Wall Street are pricing in a near 100% chance of a 25-basis-point cut this week [2] Oil & Gas - West Texas Intermediate (WTI) and Brent Crude started the week slightly lower after a rally that pushed WTI above $60 [3] - OPEC+ production increases are identified as the main reason for recent pricing dislocation [3] - Analysts expect a jump in gasoline demand as prices drop nationwide heading into the holidays [3] - Natural Gas prices increased over 4%, closing at $3.44 [3] Gold Market - Gold prices fell below $4,000 per ounce after a significant rally, with analysts noting improved risk appetite and profit-taking [4] - A potential correction in Gold prices could last for months, although Central Bank buying may provide support [4] - Some analysts are projecting Gold prices to reach $5,000 and Silver to $60 [4] Analyst Ratings - CrowdStrike Holdings (CRWD) upgraded to Buy with a target price of $706 [5] - Southern Copper (SCCO) target price raised from $89 to $115, but maintains a Sell rating [5] - DTE Energy (DTE) initiated with an Overweight rating and a $157 target price [6] - McDonald's Corporation (MCD) started with a Neutral rating and a target price of $300 [6] - Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) initiated with a Neutral rating and a target price of $84 [6] - Constellation Energy (CEG) initiated with an Overweight rating and a $478 target price [6] - Fox Corporation (FOXA) upgraded to Buy with a target price of $97 [6] - BioMarin Pharmaceutical (BMRN) target price lowered from $90 to $80 while maintaining a Buy rating [6] - Dow Inc. (DOW) target price raised from $24 to $27 while keeping a Neutral rating [6] - Brinker International (EAT) initiated with an Outperform rating and a target price of $155 [6]

Check Point Software (NasdaqGS:CHKP) Q3 2025 Earnings Call October 28, 2025 08:30 AM ET Speaker0Thank you, Keith, and good to see you all. So we delivered a strong third quarter marked by double digit growth in calculated billings, driven by disciplined execution and the rising demand across all of our portfolio. And nearly a month into Q4, we remain confident in our trajectory and we're raising our midpoint for 2025 revenue guidance and Rui will share more on this shortly. As we discussed during our second ...

Core Insights - The Q3 2025 Gen Threat Report highlights a significant rise in cybercrime, particularly driven by AI technologies, with a focus on phishing, data breaches, and digital tracking [1][2][3] AI-Driven Cybercrime Trends - Gen identified 140,000 AI-generated phishing sites, marking a notable increase in AI-created scam text message campaigns and an 82% rise in breach incidents [2][5] - The report emphasizes the emergence of "VibeScams," which are AI-built phishing sites that mimic real brands, allowing criminals to create convincing scams quickly [3][4] Data Breaches and Identity Theft - Breach activity surged by 82% quarter over quarter, with 83% of breaches containing passwords, indicating a shift towards more targeted attacks [5][6] - Financial-related identity theft attempts are increasingly focused on payday loans, which accounted for 32% of such attempts, highlighting a trend towards exploiting fast-cash products [6] Rise of Text Scams - Text-based fraud is on the rise, with automation and AI-generated messages making scams appear more authentic; the top five campaigns accounted for 26% of all malicious texts [7][8] - In 2024, reported losses from text-based scams reached $470 million, a fivefold increase since 2020, indicating a growing threat in mobile-first fraud [8] Digital Tracking and Privacy Concerns - Despite privacy measures, digital tracking continues to evolve, with an average of 247 million trackers blocked monthly and 37 million digital fingerprints detected [9] - Discussions around encryption and potential backdoors for authorities have raised concerns about data privacy and security in the UK and EU [9] Cyber Safety Initiatives - Gen researchers discovered a flaw in the Midnight Ransomware encryption, providing a free decryptor for victims, showcasing the company's commitment to cyber safety [10] - Gen's brands, including Norton and Avast, offer solutions to protect consumers from scams and identity theft, reinforcing their role in enhancing digital safety [11]

New funding to train ASEAN cyber-defenders at the Malaysia CCoE, expanding Canada's Indo-Pacific commitment to strengthen regional cyber resilience and workforce development KUALA LUMPUR, MY / ACCESS Newswire / October 28, 2025 / BlackBerry Limited (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB) and the Malaysia Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) today welcomed an announcement by Canada's Prime Minister, Mark Carney, that Global Affairs Canada is deepening its commitment to regional cybersecurity capacity-building by expand ...

New sites include in-store locations at Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores, making the TSA PreCheck® enrollment and renewal process faster and easier than ever. TSA PreCheck Enrollment by Telos Family leaves the house with luggage ready for easy travel with TSA PreCheck. ASHBURN, Va., Oct. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Telos Corporation (NASDAQ: TLS), an official provider of TSA PreCheck® enrollment services, today announced that it has surpassed 500 TSA PreCheck enrollment locations across the Uni ...

Core Insights - 01 Quantum Inc. will participate in the PKI Conference in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on October 29, 2025, with William Gee representing the company [1][2] - The focus of the breakout session will be on the Quantum Crypto Wrapper (QCW) technology and its integration into existing blockchain systems, addressing cybersecurity challenges in the quantum era [2] Company Overview - 01 Quantum Inc. specializes in post-quantum cybersecurity and remote access solutions, with its IronCAP™ product line being a key offering [5][7] - The company holds several patents in the U.S., Canada, and Japan for its cybersecurity technologies and remote access services [5][7] Industry Context - The PKI Consortium aims to enhance trust in digital assets and communication through the development of policies and standards related to Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) [3] - The upcoming PKI Conference will feature workshops and expert-led discussions focused on shaping the future of cryptography, attracting leaders from both public and private sectors [4]

ANALYSIS: Are Prediction Markets Turning Brokers Into Bookies? Check Point Billings Analysts expected Check Point earnings of $2.45 per share on sales of $673 million. The cybersecurity firm said billings, a sales growth metric, rose 20% to $672 million, compared with consensus of $608 million. In the current December quarter, analysts forecast EPS of $2.88 on revenue of $741 million. Check Point usually gives guidance on its earnings call with analysts. Check Point Stock On the stock market today, Check ...

Accessibility StatementSkip Navigation New SmartWall ONEâ"¢ capability stops hidden L7 TLS attacks in real time without latency, decryption, or added infrastructure LONDON, Oct. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Corero Network Security (AIM: CNS) (OTCQX: DDOSF), a recognized leader in DDoS protection and champion of adaptive, real-time service availability, today announced a new SmartWall ONE capability that stops encrypted application-layer attacks in real time without added latency or infrastructure. The enhanceme ...