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It’s Time To Start Planning Your Postquantum Migration
When will quantum computers will be able to break asymmetric cryptography and algorithms? And what steps should you take to prepare? Find out in this preview of a report on quantum security.
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RSAC Conference 2025: Welcome To The Petting Zoo
From live goats and puppies to robot dogs and animal costumes, the RSAC Conference 2025 delivered some unexpected surprises. But it also delivered the usual insight into various trends in the security market today. Find out more in this RSAC review.
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Overregulation Forges A CISO Coalition With The G7 Letter
A coalition of over 40 chief information security officers (CISOs) from leading companies, including Salesforce, Microsoft, AWS, Mastercard, and Siemens, sent a letter to the G7 and OECD, urging them to take action on aligning international cybersecurity regulations.
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Global Tariffs: Dynamic Risk Management Meets Its Moment
The recent introduction of US-imposed tariffs has shaken global trade. While economists and financial analysts debate whether this on-again/off-again trade war fits into their model for geopolitical, economic, or supply chain risks, the result is the same: uncertainty and chaos sure to shake up business strategy for the foreseeable future. This new era of volatility […]
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Transforming Enterprise Business Apps With Powerful AI Ecosystems And Marketplaces
We can’t emphasize enough the importance of interconnected networks and ecosystems to the enterprise application software market. Industry cloud providers and hyperscalers possess several key advantages in nurturing and leading these innovation networks. So what does this acceleration of AI software and services on industry cloud and hyperscaler marketplaces mean? Well, it depends on the […]
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OpenAI Requires Identity Verification For Access To Its Latest Models
OpenAI announced that it will require organizations to complete an identity verification (IDV) process to verify their organization’s identity before being allowed to access the latest OpenAI models. Identity verification will likely require developers to digitally verify themselves using government-issued photo ID from permitted countries and prove their affiliation with their organization. Forrester expects that […]
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Government Leaders: Prioritize Cyber Efficiency Amid Federal Volatility
Government agencies at the federal, state, and local levels must prepare for a future where they experience uncertainty, headcount reductions, contract cancellations, and budget cuts. This is gut-wrenchingly difficult to process, yet remaining leaders must figure out how to move forward to serve the mission. For public sector cybersecurity leaders, this is even more paramount. […]
Is Your Security Ready For Today’s Volatility?
Economic turmoil, cyberattacks, and rising regulations demand strong security leadership. Watch our webinar for tips on reducing risk, cutting costs, and leading through change.
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Oracle’s Data Breach Silence, Tariff Impacts, Homegrown Social Influencers
In this episode, we look at the ongoing fallout from two healthcare data breaches involving Oracle servers and what the on-again, off-again tariffs could mean for CIOs. Then we discuss the rising prominence of social media influencers in the B2B space — and why tapping your own employees could be a smart move.
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Announcing Forrester’s Security & Risk Enterprise Leadership Award
Forrester is delighted to announce the opening call for our annual Security & Risk Enterprise Leadership Award. This award recognizes organizations that have transformed their security, privacy, and risk management functions into capabilities that fuel the organization’s reputation for trust and its long-term success.
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The Tech Exec’s Guide To Decoding Cybersecurity Vendor Performance
Forrester analyzed the earnings calls of the 10 largest cybersecurity vendors by market cap and identified key trends for technology executives.
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Banks Need Modern Identity Verification Solutions To Stay Competitive And Resilient In The AI Era
There is a growing need for more secure identity verification in the financial services industry due to the rise of sophisticated fraud tactics and increasingly complex regulatory requirements. Learn the four key challenges that financial services firms face in this preview of a new report.
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New Year, New Us: Introducing Forrester’s International Security & Risk Team Research
Dive into our backgrounds, existing research, and capabilities. As a team, we cover a multitude of security and risk priorities. We are also geographically distributed; no one else is as uniquely positioned to add this level of global perspective to our research and our clients.
Calm The Impact Of Volatility — And Thrive
Stay ahead of market volatility — be prepared, not reactive. Learn how to optimize costs, lead change, and mitigate risks with Forrester's report on navigating uncertainty and driving success in challenging times.
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Step Right Up: To Manage Volatility, You’re All Risk Leaders Now!
While business volatility tests resilience, it also creates opportunities. Learn three ways to make your risk management efforts more targeted and effective.
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How CISOs Can Thrive Amid Economic Volatility
In today’s unpredictable economic climate, CISOs face familiar — but intensified — challenges. Get some actionable insights to help navigate through turbulent times in this preview of a new report.
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So There Won’t Be A Wiz IPO — What Does That Mean For Cyber IPOs In 2025?
Last week’s mega deal of Google acquiring CNAPP provider Wiz for $32 billion has some lamenting the future of IPOs in the cybersecurity space.
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Generative AI Innovation In Security Tools Is Finally Getting Interesting
The core themes of The-C2 conference in London were artificial intelligence, supply chain security, and cyber hygiene. Get a closer look at how these themes may impact security professionals in this recap.
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Address The Whole Person To Impact Insider Risk
One of the main themes from the recent Insider Summit was that insider risk is very much a human problem, not a technology problem. Find out more in this review of the event.
Turn Uncertainty Into Opportunity
Market volatility isn’t a roadblock — it’s your launchpad. With Forrester’s expert resources, you can optimize costs, lead with confidence, and turn challenges into growth.
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How To Boost Your Third-Party Risk Program With A Spring Cleaning
Prioritize Foundational Elements Over Decorative Accessories Our springtime urge to clean, redecorate, and renovate has a biological explanation. Turns out that spring’s increased hours of daylight lower our body’s production of melatonin (the hormone that makes you sleepy), which leads to regained energy and inspiration to clean our living environments. For security and risk pros, […]
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Breaches And Lawsuits And Fines, Oh My! What We Learned, The Hard Way, From 2024
With the average cost of a data breach at $2.7 million and 33% of enterprises reporting being breached three or more times over the past 12 months, understanding and learning from past incidents is not just beneficial — it’s essential.
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Google To Acquire CNAPP Specialist Unicorn Wiz For $32 Billion
Learn what the largest-ever acquisition in cybersecurity means both for Google and the CNAPP space.
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