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Proofpoint is heading to Cybersec Europe 2026 in Brussels on 20–21 May. If you're attending, join Dave Barnett in Theatre 2 for a closer look at Data Security & AI Data Governance — Creating an Experience Worth Trusting 20 May, 15:15pm 21 May, 13:00pm As AI continues to reshape how data is accessed and used, organisations are rethinking governance, trust, and user experience. These sessions will explore what that looks like in practice. Find out more and register here: https://bit.ly/4eTKbIo

Join us for a virtual summit on June 4 focused on the new rules of AI security and how Proofpoint can help reduce risk while enabling safe AI adoption. Sumit Dhawan and Ryan Kalember will discuss what is changing, why it matters, and how organizations can move forward with clarity and control as AI adoption scales. There’s also a practical session from Tim Choi and Patrick Pushor focused on real-world AI security use cases, risks, and controls. Thursday, June 4 4:00 PM BST | 5:00 PM CEST | 7:00 PM GST This session is aimed at security leaders, CIOs, security architects, and teams responsible for data protection, governance, and AI adoption. If these are challenges your organization is actively working through, I think you’ll find the discussion worthwhile. Find out more and register here: https://lnkd.in/gy3it7bf

Recently, Proofpoint threat researchers have seen device code phishing explode across the threat landscape. The technique abuses legitimate enterprise resources for account takeovers. The team published a blog post that explains why adoption of this technique has surged over the past year, provides real campaign examples, and offers defense recommendations.

With frontier AI models compressing the window for software vulnerability detection and remediation, attackers are now operating at machine speed. Indian organisations are turning to #AIagents to fend off emerging cyber threats and help security teams respond faster. Proofpoint CEO Sumit Dhawan recently shared with The Economic Times how we’re doubling down on the Indian market and how our own AI agents are helping organisations to bridge the cybersecurity talent gap as we navigate this new threat landscape.

Proofpoint has strengthened its commitment to channel and small and mid-size businesses through the formation of the Proofpoint MSP Platform business unit and the North America launch of Proofpoint 365 Total Protection. Read the announcement and check out the new Proofpoint for MSPs LinkedIn page.

Proofpoint threat researcher Mark Kelly joined the CyberWire Research Saturday podcast to share insight on the activities of China-linked threat actor TA416. Listen to learn how the renewed activity reflects shifting geopolitical priorities tied to EU-China tensions, the Russia-Ukraine war, and instability in the Middle East.

Proofpoint is hosting a virtual AI Summit on June 4th, featuring keynote presentations from CEO Sumit Dhawan and CSO Ryan Kalember. This can't-miss event for security leaders and decision-makers will offer practical strategies and actions to safely enable AI adoption. AI is reshaping the threat landscape. Security must evolve. Join us to understand the risks, priorities, and next steps for securing AI in the enterprise. https://bit.ly/4wsNWdX

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We’re excited to announce that Proofpoint is heading to Wilmington, NC as a sponsor of this year’s NCLGISA Spring Conference! 🎉 This event is always a great opportunity to connect with IT and security leaders across North Carolina, share insights, and explore what’s next in cybersecurity for local government. Will you be there? Come say hello, meet our team, and let’s talk about how Proofpoint can help strengthen your organization’s security posture. And don’t miss it — we’re hosting a Happy Hour on May 20! 🍻 Reach out for more details — we’d love to have you join us. 📍 Find us at Booth 59 — see you there! 👋🏼