News and Partner Program Updates
ThreatLocker’s new solutions lead the headlines for this week. Ready for a quick rundown of this week’s MSP news and partner program updates? Scroll on down!
ThreatLocker Launches New Solutions, Further Advances Zero Trust Security Resilience and Adoption
Designed to tackle the evolving threat landscape and the increasing complexity of cybersecurity, ThreatLocker’s innovations meet the rising demand for effective, cost-efficient, and user-friendly security solutions.
Key quote from the news release:
“We’re redefining Zero Trust — making it accessible, practical, and easier to manage. Our solutions reduce friction, boost automation, and change how people view deny-by-default, allow-by-exception security. These latest innovations make Zero Trust even simpler and more efficient, proving our commitment to innovation and usability.” — Danny Jenkins, CEO and co-founder, ThreatLocker
>>>Read more about the news in ChannelPro’s article highlighting what MSPs need to know.<<<
LastPass Strengthens Channel Support with Significant Partner Program Updates and a New MSP Admin Console
LastPass now further empowers partners to enhance their security offerings, drive revenue growth, and strengthen customer relationships.
Key highlights from the news release:
- Improved MSP Admin Experience: Enhanced reporting capabilities help streamline invoices, supports prorated billing, and enables MSPs to generate executive summary reports, showcasing product adoption, security scores, and return on investment (ROI) to client stakeholders.
- Centralized Partner Portal: A one-stop hub for training, support, marketing resources, case management, benefit tracking, and attainment. The Portal improves partner enablement by offering easy access to essential tools and resources.
- Optimized Partner Pillars: Clear and enforceable benefits, standardized discounts at deal registration, and seamless integration with the new Partner Portal ensure a consistent and transparent experience for partners across all tiers.
Securiti Partners with Databricks to Enable Organizations to Build Safe Enterprise AI Systems
Gencore AI accelerates enterprise-grade AI development with Databricks Mosaic AI and Delta tables.
Key quote from the news release:
“With organizations racing to adopt AI, the biggest challenge is safely accessing and governing their vast unstructured and structured data assets. By combining Gencore AI’s data controls with Databricks Mosaic AI and Delta tables, we deliver the critical data governance, security controls, and contextual intelligence that enterprises need to innovate confidently with AI while meeting regulatory requirements.” — Rehan Jalil, CEO, Securiti AI
Right of Boom Joins Forces with CIS and Antisyphon Training to Launch CIS Controls Course for MSPs
The course includes 300 modules, a lab component for demonstrating competence, a 100-question certification test, and Antisyphon’s Core SOC Skills and Intro to Pen Testing
Right of Boom, a cybersecurity community purpose built for managed service providers (MSPs) and managed security services provider (MSSPs), is partnering with the Center for Internet Security (CIS) and Antisyphon Training (a division of Black Hills Information Security) to launch a comprehensive, affordable course to help MSPs master the CIS Critical Security Controls (CIS Controls).
Key quote from the news release:
“A key aspect of Right of Boom’s mission is to improve the security maturity and profitability of our MSP community — all at an accessible and affordable price. This comprehensive course is one of the requirements to achieve CIS Controls accreditation through CREST, which is the pinnacle of achievement for MSPs to show competence and mastery in the security industry.” — Andrew Morgan, founder, Right of Boom
Aryaka Adds AI>Observe to Unified SASE Service, Delivering Powerful, AI-driven Visibility into Network Performance, Behavior and Threats
Winter ‘25 release also adds simplified packaging to accelerate adoption and Dynamic PoPs for customer agility.
Key quote from the news release:
“With the winter ’25 update, Aryaka has continued to prioritize AI in our unified SASE as a service. Aryaka’s AI>Observe solution brings a new level of visibility, detection, and analysis to network security risk, allowing organizations to safely and confidently observe both traditional apps and AI workloads in an increasingly risky cybersecurity environment.” — Shailesh Shukla, CEO, Aryaka
PCs for People Expands to Pacific Northwest to Fill Digital Inclusion Need
PCs for People is thrilled to announce the launch of its new location in Seattle, WA, starting February 1.
Key quote from the news release:
“We are deeply honored by the trust InterConnection has placed in PCs for People to continue advancing digital equit. Building on InterConnection’s remarkable legacy, we are committed to ensuring individuals and families have the technology and connectivity they need to thrive. We are launching new partnerships for connectivity with the Seattle Housing Authority and are excited to bring our full mission and impact to the Pacific Northwest.” — Casey Sorensen, CEO, PCs for People
Keeper Security Launches Upgraded KeeperPAM, Redefining Privileged Access Management with Zero Trust Security
KeeperPAM empowers organizations to stay ahead of evolving cyber threats by providing a robust zero-trust framework for managing privileged access and mitigating cybersecurity risks.
Key features from the news release:
- Zero Trust Authentication: Every access request is dynamically verified, ensuring only trusted users can interact with sensitive systems.
- Secure Vaulting: Sensitive credentials are securely stored in Keeper’s encrypted vault, ensuring that passwords, passkeys and secrets are always protected.
- Automated Password Rotation: Passwords for privileged accounts are automatically rotated, eliminating the risk of credential theft and misuse of standing credentials.
- Secure Remote Access: Establish agentless zero-trust remote connections to targets within your infrastructure and web-based assets, directly from the Keeper Vault.
- Privileged Session Monitoring: Real-time monitoring of privileged sessions helps prevent unauthorized actions and provides a clear audit trail.
- Granular Access Control: Organizations can define specific policies for privileged accounts, enabling the least-privilege access model to reduce exposure to unnecessary risk.
The ASCII Group Expands Member Advisory Committee with Four New Appointments
Kathy Durfee of TechHouse; Michael Goldstein of LAN Infotech LLC; Felicia King of Quality Plus Consulting; and Ken Wong of DragonTek International join the committee.
Key quote from the news release:
“Our Advisory Committee plays a crucial role in shaping the direction of ASCII’s programs and initiatives. The addition of Kathy, Michael, Felicia, and Ken enhances our ability to provide meaningful guidance to our growing community as the industry continues to evolve” — Alan Weinberger, chairman and CEO, The ASCII Group
Versa Redefines SASE with Industry-first Sovereign SASE for Enterprises and Service Providers
Versa Sovereign SASE runs on customers’ infrastructure for unmatched data privacy, customization, and business continuity with do-it-yourself SASE services.
Key info from the news release:
“Versa Sovereign SASE also empowers telcos and managed service providers to modernize their service portfolio with high-value, tailored networking and security services deployed in their own infrastructure. By leveraging their existing network and computing assets, service providers can deploy Versa Sovereign SASE with full operational control over critical aspects such as data processing, residency, branding, change management, and failover. This level of control helps service providers reduce operational risks, meet local compliance requirements, lower costs, and build a more resilient, innovative, customer-first service portfolio.”
GoTo Introduces First-to-market AI-powered Insights and Issue Resolution for LogMeIn Resolve, Mitigating IT Workloads and Eliminating Manual Processes for SMBs & MSPs
New AI capabilities transform IT management by turning reactive support into automated, action-oriented workflows.
LogMeIn Resolve’s new capabilities empower IT teams to shift from reactive, overburdened support to proactive, strategic endpoint management, accomplishing more without needing to hire additional agents to handle increased volume and complexity of demands.
New capabilities from the news release include:
- Virtual Technician, which helps to streamline repetitive AI tasks with natural language prompts
- Command Center, a smart dashboard designed to illuminate the most pressing IT issues and provide actionable solutions in a simpler way
- Dynamic Insights, which enables problem-solving by giving teams instant access to critical data through natural language prompt
Reveille Software Introduces AI-powered Observability for Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and Teams with Winter 2025 Update
Reveille AI is purpose-built for enterprises and MSPs operating in complex, intelligent automation environments.
New features from the news release include:
- Reveille AI Dynamic Thresholding: Utilizes open-source machine learning models to automatically set upper and lower thresholds, improving alert accuracy and reducing unnecessary notifications.
- Expanded Microsoft 365 Observability: Enhanced monitoring support for SharePoint Embedded, Microsoft Teams, and Copilot, providing deeper insights into user activity and system performance.
- New Reveille User Analytics Application Support: Advanced data-driven insights to improve automation efficiency and ensure optimal service levels
Epson Boosts the Accessibility of Large Venue Projectors by Making Installation Easier and More Cost Effective
Its EB-PU2220B and EB-PU2120W now support standard 120-volt power up to 19,000 lumens.
Key quote from the news release:
“Since launching the WUXGA 20,000-lumen1 projectors just a few years back, we’ve seen a rise of interest in these very bright solutions, driven by the significant size reduction from their predecessors and exceptional 3 chip 3LCD image quality. With new 120-volt support and recent price adjustment, we’re making this lumen class more accessible to end users with simplified setup requirements that support a wide variety of venues.” — Philip Tierney, product manager, Epson America, Inc.
Forcepoint Hires Timothy Puccio as New Global Channel Chief
With over 25 years of experience, Puccio has transformed sales organizations and built thriving partner ecosystems across international markets.
Key quote from the LinkedIn announcement:
“His channel leadership expertise will be instrumental in strategically enhancing and growing Forcepoint’s global channel partner ecosystem, executing the company’s mission to deliver Data Security Everywhere.”
AchieveUnite Acquires Rohner & Associates, Accelerates Partnering Success Powerhouse
AchieveUnite now delivers decades of channel intelligence with AI-driven platform and predictive analytics tools to drive unmatched partner performance.
Key quote from the news release:
“Combining our proven expertise in driving partner performance with Rohner & Associates’ analytical tools enables us to empower our clients with data-driven insights and actionable strategies that redefine partnering success. Together, we are uniquely positioned to build trust-driven partnerships and deliver unprecedented results for our clients.” — Theresa Caragol, founder and CEO, AchieveUnite
CardinalOps Expands AI-powered Threat Exposure Management Platform, Unifying Prevention and Detection for Enhanced Cyber Risk Reduction
Enhanced solution addresses key challenges facing security teams, enabling them to clearly identify their highest priority exposures and proactively strengthen defenses.
Key quote from the news release:
“Security teams are dealing with a surge in security findings and it is becoming increasingly challenging for siloed teams managing separate products to determine their threat exposure and how to deal with it. With this launch, we are enabling organizations to rethink how they approach threat exposure management. It is time to move beyond fragmented efforts with siloed tooling, and adopt a more unified, context-driven approach that drives impactful remediation and reduces risk across both prevention and detection.” — Michael Mumcuoglu, co-founder and CEO, CardinalOps
Now Generally Available, 1Password Enterprise Password Manager – MSP Edition Meets Soaring Industry Demand
MSPs can now protect client data with industry-leading security while ensuring operational efficiency and increasing profitability.
Key benefits from the news release:
- Industry-leading Security: 1Password is the only password manager offering dual-key encryption — a combination of an account password and machine-generated Secret Key — to ensure data remains secure, even in the unlikely event of a breach. Additional safeguards like enhanced MFA and secure remote password (SRP) further prevent unauthorized access.
- Streamlined Operations and Business Agility: A centralized MSP console provides multitenant management, enabling MSPs to effortlessly configure new or link existing 1Password clients, monitor usage, and customize security policies. Integrations with identity providers (IdPs) like Microsoft Entra ID, Okta, and JumpCloud, as well as security information and event management (SIEM) tools like Microsoft Sentinel simplify workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
- Profit-driven Flexibility: With flexible consumption-based billing, billed in arrears, no license minimums, an aggregated view of client usage, and streamlined invoicing, MSPs can achieve greater operational efficiency, scale profitably, and quickly adapt to evolving client needs.
Zoom Introduces Zoom Up Services Program to Unlock Partner Revenue Opportunities and Drive Post-sales Success at Scale
The services program provides specialized enablement and hands-on training to unlock revenue growth opportunities and drive partner success at scale.
Key quote from the news release:
“This new program marks a pivotal step in Zoom’s evolution of becoming a more partner-centric company. This program will empower our partners to scale their Zoom Services practice by unlocking new revenue streams, creating differentiation in the market, and allowing partners to deliver exceptional solutions and support to their customers. This underscores Zoom’s commitment to partners, and I look forward to our continued joint success.” — Nick Tidd, head of global channel GTM, Zoom
Extreme Launches Platform ONE for Managed Service Providers
Industry’s first and only consumption-based billing model with poolable licensing creates significant benefits and cost savings for partners and customers alike.
Key info from the news release:
- Built on a unique AI-driven multitenant architecture, consumption-based billing, and poolable licensing, Extreme Platform ONE delivers unmatched flexibility, simplicity, and cost savings. This enables MSPs to manage customers at scale.
- Extreme’s MSP program allows partners to offer innovative networking, security, and AI solutions that scale operations, create differentiation in a crowded market, and accelerate time to revenue. Extreme currently has more than 40 MSP partners.
Sophos and Pax8 Announce Strategic Partnership to Streamline Security Management
Sophos’ portfolio of cybersecurity solutions is the most comprehensive security offering on the Pax8 Marketplace.
Key quote from the news release:
“MSPs today need solutions that align with the way they operate — cloud-first, flexible, and easy to manage at scale. Pax8 is revolutionizing the way MSPs access and deploy cloud-based solutions, and cybersecurity is an important piece of the overall stack. By bringing Sophos’ innovative security offerings to our marketplace, Pax8 is providing our partners with access to enterprise-grade security solutions for their SMB customers in a way that simplifies management, reduces risk and drives profitability.” — Scott Chasin, CEO, Pax8
StorMagic and Supermicro Expand Server Offerings for Edge Computing
Introduced in 2024, StorMagic SvHCI is a full-stack HCI software solution designed for the enterprise edge, ROBOs and SMBs.
StorMagic announced that its SvHCI solution has been tested and validated with three Supermicro IoT SuperServers. The variety of edge, IoT and traditional rack servers gives customers the opportunity to deploy and configure SvHCI as they require, with the software having been pre-tested on the ideal server that best meets each customer’s specific needs.
Key quote from the news release:
“The SvHCI software stack was designed specifically for edge use cases and these environments need the fast, reliable and affordable servers that SuperMicro is known for. StorMagic is seeing massive exodus from VMware in the industry, which is fueling the demand for SvHCI, and the expansion of our hardware compatibility list with Supermicro will help us deliver what customers want.” — Bruce Kornfeld, chief product officer, StorMagic
Ingram Micro Elevates the Power of Community
The company brings two five-star partner communities together, creating a strong 500+, industry-leading global peer-to-peer community of premiere Technology Advisors and MSPs.
Key quote from the news release:
“The coming together of these two successful communities brings even greater focus to the growing influence, value, and voice of our customers worldwide. The expanded 2025 Trust X Alliance community strengthens our ability to collaborate more strategically with the membership — including our vendors — around knowledge, growth, and scale. It also enables our team to do more for our members, including actioning a broader and deeper bench of resources and finding more ways to use Xvantage to help build their advantage.” — Jennifer Anaya, senior vice president, global marketing, Ingram Micro
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