The Ultimate Guide to Identity and Access Management
A curated Irish edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Identity and Access Management (IAM).
What to know about Identity and Access Management
Identity and Access Management (IAM) is a critical area of cybersecurity focused on ensuring that the right individuals and entities have appropriate access to technology resources. With the surge in digital transformation and cloud adoption, IAM has evolved beyond traditional security, now also playing a pivotal role in enhancing customer engagement and business efficiency.
The extensive range of recent stories highlights various aspects of IAM, including advancements in multi-factor authentication, passwordless security solutions, and integrations with cloud and mobile platforms. Industry developments such as partnerships between seasoned cybersecurity vendors and the uptake of AI-driven identity protection tools reveal how organizations are intensifying efforts to protect against breaches, credential theft, and insider threats.
Readers interested in this tag will find insights into the latest trends, technologies, and strategies shaping IAM today—ranging from hardware security keys and biometric innovations to the expanding role of IAM in IoT and machine identities. Understanding identity management enables organizations and individuals alike to navigate the complex cyber threat landscape with improved security and compliance.
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Rise of AI Agents introduces new infosec risk: Okta
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Consolidation Wave Hits Infosec, Sparing CISOs From Tool Sprawl
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Expert Columns
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Trusted data is the backbone of digital healthcare
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Interviews
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AI now routine in cyber attacks, Google report finds
Security teams face a broader threat as criminals and state-backed actors use generative AI to speed hacks, phishing and malware.
SailPoint launches Agentic Fabric to secure AI agents
The new platform aims to close a governance gap as autonomous software agents increasingly access sensitive systems and data without oversight.
CloudBolt adds MCP support to cloud management platform
Enterprises can now let AI agents handle approved infrastructure tasks in CloudBolt CMP while keeping permissions and audit controls in place.
WatchGuard buys Perimeters.io in cloud security push
MSPs will gain a single platform for cloud threat detection as the deal widens WatchGuard's reach into identity and SaaS security.
8x8 adds AI tools & live analytics to Platform for CX
Businesses can now deploy AI agents faster and see queue issues live after 8x8 expanded its Platform for CX with new analytics and authentication tools.
AI inference becomes core operational workload in firms
Most firms are now running AI in production, with hybrid clouds and security controls becoming crucial as inference overtakes training.
HPE adds autonomous networking functions to Mist & Aruba
Automatic remediation and capacity tuning in HPE Mist and HPE Aruba Central aim to cut outages and lighten IT teams’ workload.
DigiCert launches AI trust tools for agents & content
Enterprises could gain cryptographic checks for AI agents, models and media as DigiCert adds a trust layer across its platform.
Microsoft tops phishing brand rankings in first quarter
Phishing campaigns are increasingly targeting credentials, payments and malware delivery, with Microsoft alone accounting for 22% of brand impersonation attempts.
Genetec urges tighter identity controls for security systems
AI-driven attacks are exposing weak passwords on cameras and access controls, prompting calls for stricter governance across physical security systems.
Prismatic launches Claude Code plugin for integrations
Developers can now build and operate product integrations inside Claude Code as Prismatic targets a tricky workflow that general coding tools miss.
Saiga phishing kit returns to bypass multifactor auth
Session cookie theft lets attackers slip past multifactor checks, putting enterprise email accounts at risk even after login.
OpenAI & AWS expand tie-up for enterprise AI tools
AWS customers will gain limited-preview access to OpenAI models and Codex inside Bedrock, easing enterprise AI deployment and governance.
Cyberhaven expands AI security to track shadow agents
Rising use of autonomous AI tools on corporate devices has left security teams blind to agents that can access sensitive data and systems.
Rippling adds Splashtop remote access for IT teams
IT teams can now open and record remote desktop sessions from Rippling, tying support actions to device records and policies.
apexanalytix launches Qubiton for AI-powered supplier checks
Businesses can now run supplier, tax and sanctions checks through AI tools, as apexanalytix opens access to more than 280 million records.
Identity stays top attack surface as threats broaden
Broader attacker activity is increasingly moving beyond stolen credentials, even as identity still accounted for 58.7% of incidents in Q1 2026.
KnowBe4 finds 86% of phishing attacks now AI-driven
Threats are spreading beyond inboxes as phishing shifts into Teams, calendars and other collaboration tools, raising the risk for hybrid workers.
Qilin drives 43% rise in ransomware attacks
Ransomware activity stayed elevated in March, with NCC Group saying Qilin alone was linked to 136 attacks and drove a 43% monthly rise.
Tech Mahindra acquires Avant to boost payments platforms
The deal gives Tech Mahindra a stronger foothold in North American banking as institutions spend more on payments and wealth system upgrades.