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Okta, CrowdStrike, Netskope and Proofpoint create shared zero trust security strategy
Malware

Okta, CrowdStrike, Netskope and Proofpoint create shared zero trust security strategy

Okta, CrowdStrike, Netskope, and Proofpoint have unveiled a joint zero trust security strategy, crucial for secure digital and remote working environments.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 29th Jun 2020
Okta forms inclusion council to reflect employee diversity
Recruitment

Okta forms inclusion council to reflect employee diversity

Okta has launched an inclusion council to enhance its diversity and inclusion initiatives, aiming to integrate these values deeper into its corporate culture.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 28th May 2020
IBM integrates Okta identity solutions to cloud offerings
Partner Programmes

IBM integrates Okta identity solutions to cloud offerings

IBM has announced a strategic partnership with Okta to resell its Identity Cloud, offering additional services and solutions to customers.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Apr 2020
Okta updates partner programme for 2020
Partner Programmes

Okta updates partner programme for 2020

Okta revamps its Partner Connect programme with enhanced training, accreditation, and marketing tools to bolster global distribution and partner expertise.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd Apr 2020
Okta appoints NEXTGEN as first ANZ distie
Nextgen Distribution

Okta appoints NEXTGEN as first ANZ distie

Okta partners with NEXTGEN to expand its business in Australia and New Zealand, offering technology and support through local security channel partners.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2020
Okta report outlines the new decade, new apps & new ways to work
Okta

Okta report outlines the new decade, new apps & new ways to work

Businesses and employees are using more applications, new technologies, and learning more than ever before, according to Okta's 2020 Businesses @ Work report.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2020
Atlassian to integrate Okta's authentication solution in cloud products
DevOps

Atlassian to integrate Okta's authentication solution in cloud products

This partnership enables Atlassian to focus on its core products while Okta solves for enterprise identity challenges, securing Atlassian customers.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2019
Okta launches offerings for threat detection and remediation
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Okta launches offerings for threat detection and remediation

Okta unveiled SecurityInsights, empowering global organisations with advanced threat detection and remediation tools for end-users and administrators.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 14th Oct 2019
Proofpoint integrates people-centric protection with Okta's Identity Cloud
Partner Programmes

Proofpoint integrates people-centric protection with Okta's Identity Cloud

The partnership aims to bolster the security posture for organisations' very attacked people (VAPs) by applying additional adaptive security controls.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2019
VMware announces new features on Workspace ONE platform
Virtualisation

VMware announces new features on Workspace ONE platform

VMware introduces enhanced security, multi-cloud VDI features, and concierge services for its Workspace ONE platform, aiming to boost productivity.

By Kai Ping Lew • 10 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2019
Exclusive: Okta's APAC GM on its expansion strategy
Identity and Access Management

Exclusive: Okta's APAC GM on its expansion strategy

As APAC organisations recognise the need for identity and access management solutions, Okta finds itself attracting attention from both partners and customers.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2019
Okta cements its commitment to the APAC market
Hyperscale

Okta cements its commitment to the APAC market

Okta expands infrastructure with AWS-based services in Asia Pacific, allowing customers to benefit from local data proximity.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2019
Exclusive: Okta CSO on scaling security alongside business growth
Identity and Access Management

Exclusive: Okta CSO on scaling security alongside business growth

Yassir Abousselham shares his unique insights as the chief security officer of a fast-growing identity and access management service provider.

By Kai Ping Lew • 6 min read • Fri, 3rd May 2019
Okta launches $50mil fund to fuel identity solutions startups
Health Technologies

Okta launches $50mil fund to fuel identity solutions startups

The fund will seek out startups that are aligned with Okta's vision of enabling any organisation to use any technology.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Apr 2019
Okta announces security layer for on-prem apps
Hybrid Cloud

Okta announces security layer for on-prem apps

Okta debuts Okta Access Gateway at Oktane19, enhancing secure single sign-on for on-premises applications. Set for release later this year.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Apr 2019
Okta launches risk-based authentication with machine learning
Multi-factor authentication

Okta launches risk-based authentication with machine learning

Okta has unveiled a new risk-based authentication system at Oktane19, leveraging machine learning for enhanced security and seamless user experiences.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Apr 2019
Okta brings centralised identity security to servers
DataCentre infrastructure

Okta brings centralised identity security to servers

Okta unveils Server Access tool for safer management of cloud infrastructures, enhancing security with Zero Trust.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Apr 2019
Okta enables developers to create unlimited platform integrations
Identity and Access Management

Okta enables developers to create unlimited platform integrations

Advanced development functionality provided by Hooks opens the Okta Integration Network to a wide array of new types of custom, secure integrations.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Apr 2019
Okta introduces customisable building blocks for identity verification
Identity and Access Management

Okta introduces customisable building blocks for identity verification

Passwordless authentication, progressive profiling, per-app branding and unlimited use cases are now possible with the Okta Identity Engine.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Apr 2019