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Sophos detects 100% of Android malware in independent test – for the sixth time in a row

Fri, 14 Aug 2015 22:47:24 GMT

I have some great news for users of Sophos Mobile Security, our Android antivirus and security app. Independent IT security institute AV-Test has awarded Sophos another perfect protection score in a July 2015 test of mobile antivirus applications – the sixth test in a row where we scored 100% detection. Although we’ve aced this Android […]

Coming soon: Sophos ID – One account to access all Sophos web services

Wed, 12 Aug 2015 14:19:24 GMT

Over the coming months we’ll be migrating web services used by our customers and partners to Sophos ID, giving you one account to access all the web services you subscribe to. Beginning in mid-August, we’re enabling login via Sophos ID for MySophos and SophServ. Using your Sophos ID, you’ll also be able to access Sophos Community, a […]

We did it again – Sophos sweeps security categories in CRN Annual Report Card

Mon, 10 Aug 2015 22:12:28 GMT

We’re extremely proud that Sophos has won the award for best IT vendor in all three security categories in CRN’s Annual Report Card (ARC). It was an honor to win more categories than any other vendor recognized this year. For the second year running, we’ve been recognized as the winners of two categories – Client Security Software and Network Security Appliances – and […]

Sophos Web Appliance 4.1 adds granular application control and instant visibility

Mon, 10 Aug 2015 18:03:01 GMT

Hot on the heels of Sophos Cloud Web Gateway, we’re demonstrating our renewed investment in Secure Web Gateway and our leadership in this market with another exciting release. We’re pleased to announce the release of version 4.1 of the Sophos Web Appliance (SWA). This update adds the flexibility to configure granular control and reporting on the use […]

IT security in an era of falling budgets – how is the public sector coping?

Fri, 31 Jul 2015 19:20:52 GMT

In the UK, local government and police IT budgets are under immense pressure due to ongoing cuts – even in the face of rapidly emerging security threats. To learn more about the unique challenges of public sector organisations, we commissioned an independent survey of 2,728 public sector employees in the UK to discover their views […]

UTM Up2Date 9.314 Released

Fri, 31 Jul 2015 18:44:45 GMT

We’ve just released a new Up2Date package for all UTM 9.3 users. It introduces several fixes and improvements for our current UTM platform. For more details, please consult the following notes. News Maintenance Update Remarks System will be rebooted Configuration will be upgraded Connected Wifi APs will perform firmware upgrade Bugfixes 22437 HTML5 RDP: […]

Celebrate SysAdmin Day with Sophos – play a retro video game, win prizes!

Wed, 29 Jul 2015 02:32:46 GMT

This Friday, July 31, 2015, is System Administrator Appreciation Day (SysAdmin Day for short). To show our thanks for all you really hard-working, but totally under-appreciated sysadmins out there, we’re celebrating all day, all night, all week long. Last year, we gave away some rockin’ socks, and one lucky IT pro in our “Sysmas” contest won our Ultimate IT Throne. We’re […]

Sophos Cloud Server Protection now supports Linux

Tue, 28 Jul 2015 14:04:55 GMT

Linux is widely considered to provide a higher level of security than traditional operating systems. As a result, security tools such as anti-virus software are often ignored on the Linux platform. However, Linux is increasingly popular with attackers, because Linux systems are often used for critical roles such as developer workstations, web servers and internal […]

Sophos is named a Top 100 Company for Graduates… again!

Mon, 27 Jul 2015 19:29:52 GMT

A hearty “thanks” to the graduate employee reviewers who once again ranked Sophos this year in the Top 100 Companies for Graduates to Work For (Smaller Intake) in a survey conducted by The Job Crowd. How our graduate program works Sophos works with local universities to hire graduates into positions such as graduate software developers, […]

Introducing Sophos Cloud Web Gateway

Wed, 22 Jul 2015 22:17:52 GMT

Today we’re pleased to announce the release of Sophos Cloud Web Gateway – the easy-to-deploy, easy-to-trial web security solution you’ve been searching for. Sophos Cloud has experienced exponential revenue growth – in fact it’s by far the fastest growing Sophos product set. Already, it includes simple and effective endpoint, mobile and server solutions delivered from […]

Research Reveals Great Disconnect Between Loss Prevention, IT and Other Business Units in Retail

Mon, 22 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT

IHL Group study investigates impact as retail LP technologies become IP-enabled and IT and other business units leverage for functions beyond traditional LP; Retailers with greater than $1B in revenue spend 8.3 percent of IT budget on LP priorities other than PCI and data breach protection - Axis Communications, the global leader in network video surveillance, today revealed the results of "The Great Disconnect Between LP and IT, a 2015 study by IHL Group, a global research and advisory firm specializing in technologies for the retail and hospitality industries. The research illustrates the differing [...]

Axis plans to build a new global headquarters to support continued growth and research and development

Tue, 16 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT

In early 2016, Axis will begin construction of a new headquarters located adjacent to the company’s existing offices in Lund, Sweden. The building is expected to be ready in early 2018 and will accommodate 1,100 employees. - Together with principal owner Canons Chairman and CEO Fujio Mitarai, Axis Communications announced the expansion plan at a meeting today with representatives from the municipality, university and the faculty of engineering.Since its inception, Axis has been a company with its heart in Lund and through this investment we will strengthen our long-term establishment in this dynamic growth region. Proximity to the university and the [...]

Axis expands its modular miniature camera offering with three new sensor units

Mon, 08 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT

AXIS F Network Camera Series offers three new sensor units for highly discreet network video surveillance: a super small and affordable HDTV 720p sensor unit with optional surface dome and recessed mounts for installation in indoor environments such as in stores and ATMs, as well as indoor and outdoor HDTV 1080p sensor units in an easy-to-install, recessed dome form factor. - Axis Communications, the global leader in network video surveillance, today announced its modular AXIS F Network Camera Series, is expanding to include three additional sensor units for use with its two main units. Based on a divided network camera concept, the small sensor units, which comprise a lens, image sensor and cable for connection to a main unit, can be installed discreetly in [...]

Axis introduces a powerful and compact video encoder for easy upgrading of analog CCTV to IP video surveillance

Thu, 28 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT

AXIS M7011 is a small, yet effective video encoder offering smooth integration, easy installation and excellent video streaming performance. - Axis Communications, the global leader in network video, today introduces the powerful and highly compact AXIS M7011 Video Encoder. The single-channel video encoder offers easy and cost-effective integration of analog CCTV cameras into an IP-based video surveillance system. AXIS M7011 provides excellent H.264 video compression performance in a small package, without any limitation of the number of individually configured video streams.The [...]

Axis brings expertise in security camera technology to non-video surveillance applications with new HDTV PTZ camera for live streaming and webcasting

Tue, 05 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT

Axis builds on its success in network camera technology for security and video surveillance with a new product family enabling live streaming and webcasting. AXIS V59 PTZ Network Camera Series is designed to stream and webcast audio and video in a variety of applications such as in auditoriums, classrooms and sports venues, as well as for weather reports and traffic information. The cameras offer HDTV resolutions of up to 1080p at 60 fps, smooth pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ), high quality audio, powerful 30x zoom and an open interface for easy integration with other systems. - Axis Communications, the global leader in network video surveillance, introduces its first products for streaming, the AXIS V5914 and AXIS V5915 PTZ Network Cameras. The flexible and high performance cameras deliver high quality audio and smooth pantiltzoom (PTZ) capabilities ideal for audio and video production and live streaming and recording in HDTV quality and can be mounted table-top, wall or ceiling [...]

Axis to demonstrate latest trends in IP video solutions for asset protection at retail industry event

Thu, 30 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT

Products and technologies ideal for retail surveillance will be featured in booth #305 at next week’s RILA’s annual Retail Asset Protection Conference - Axis Communications, the global leader in network video, will highlight IP video solutions at the RILA Retail Asset Protection Conference in Orlando, Fla. on May 3-6 in booth 305. The introduction of IP video has revolutionized the way retail professionals work with loss prevention, store optimization, fraud detection, security and customer service. [...]

Axis Communications continues long-term sustainability efforts and releases report for 2014

Wed, 29 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT

The sustainability report for 2014 focuses on environmental considerations, business ethics and corporate social responsibility, and highlights progress made in a number of fields such as environmental impact and anti-corruption. - Axis Communications, the global leader in network video surveillance, today published its fifth sustainability report with a focus on environmental considerations, business ethics and corporate social responsibility. Great progress has also been made in the work on informing and auditing suppliers in order to ensure compliance with Axis Supplier Code of Conduct. The sustainability report was prepared according to the G4 global reporting [...]

Axis to showcase products, partnerships and education at Interop Las Vegas

Tue, 28 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT

Educational offering expands with launch of an IT focused network video training course; Axis network cameras selected for InteropNet - Axis Communications, the global leader in network video surveillance, will highlight key technologies, partnerships and educational offerings during Interop Las Vegas in booth 1219 from April 27 to May 1. Axis will demo a variety of new products and technologies, including the recently announced AXIS A8004-VE Network Door Station for remote [...]

Axis’ Zipstream technology named a winner in SIA’s 2015 New Product Showcase

Mon, 27 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT

Security Industry Association (SIA) awards top products in annual New Product Showcase, including Axis’ Zipstream compression technology in the Video Surveillance Advanced Imaging Technologies category at ISC West. - Axis Communications, the global leader in network video, today announced that Axis Zipstream technology was recognized by the Security Industry Association (SIA) in its annual New Product Showcase (NPS). Zipstream took top honors in the Video Surveillance Advanced Imaging Technologies category, making this Axis second consecutive year as a NPS [...]

Axis announces further expansion of Business Development group in North America

Tue, 21 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT

Systems and Solutions team expands with new teams under the leadership of Patrik Pettersson and Bruce Stewart; Alex Walthers to manage Application Development Partner (ADP) Program - Axis Communications, the global leader in network video, today announced further expansion of its North America Business Development group to include more focus on partnerships, solutions and professional services. Axis has always been a long-term company and this further expansion to better serve our partner ecosystem is continued proof of that commitment. We view our leadership position in the security industry as one built on trust [...]