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.
Irish Identity and Access Management News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Identity and Access Management
XM Cyber boosts identity access tools for hybrid firms
IoT Analytics flags seven telecom trends at MWC 2026
Keeper Security ranks second fastest-growing in market
Versa adds Zero Trust controls for AI agent actions
Kore.ai launches Artemis AI platform on Microsoft Azure
Featured News
Exclusive: Reco COO on securing the AI inside your SaaS stack
Reco COO Zoe Hillenmeyer says enterprises typically underestimate their AI agent exposure by a factor of ten and that gap is widening.
Cloudera and Svitla Systems bring trusted AI to healthcare
Cloudera and Svitla team up to build trusted, clinician‑centric AI that unifies patient data while safeguarding privacy and consent.
How Formula 1 turns data & cyber security into speed
At Albert Park, F1 insiders reveal how sharper data use, tighter security and resilience planning combine to unlock race-winning performance.
Rise of AI Agents introduces new infosec risk: Okta
Okta warns that surging numbers of uncontrolled AI agents pose a major identity and access risk as they become the new digital workforce.
Consolidation Wave Hits Infosec, Sparing CISOs From Tool Sprawl
Overwhelmed CISOs are driving a consolidation wave in cybersecurity, slashing tool sprawl to close security gaps and cut mounting costs.
Expert Columns
Unlocking intelligence with access control
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away…Cybersecurity was already hard
The Death of the Firewall
Why service desks are emerging as a critical security weakness
Stolen credentials don't have to mean a breach
One click can trigger a breach, but security can stop it
VPN vulnerabilities don't have to become breaches
When identity becomes the payment rail
Proof beats promise: The trust crisis AI is creating
Mythos changes everything: Is your AI agent security ready?
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Identity and Access Management News
Cybanetix launches managed AI service for business risk
Businesses adopting AI now face a single service aimed at filling gaps in governance, monitoring and incident response across workflows.
OVHcloud sees blockchain aiding enterprise security
Knowledge gaps and sustainability concerns are still holding back wider adoption, even as 73% of Web3 professionals back blockchain for enterprise security.
Workspot launches GUIDE AI automation platform on AWS
Enterprises struggling with legacy software may find it easier to automate tasks, as the platform works without APIs or fragile RPA tools.
Amazon adds OpenAI models to Bedrock for AWS users
AWS customers can now run OpenAI's latest models in production without leaving Bedrock, with pricing and governance folded into existing commitments.
CoreView rolls out Microsoft 365 controls across HALO
The charity can now automate account changes and licence tracking across 36 countries, reducing security risks and IT workload.
Nvidia unveils tools for enterprise AI agents
Software groups in chip design and healthcare are already using Nvidia's new agent tools to automate complex workflows with tighter security controls.
Microsoft, Nvidia launch RTX Spark Windows AI PC lineup
Windows PCs with up to 128GB of unified memory could let developers and creators run larger AI models locally, Microsoft said.
BeyondTrust expands identity risk assessment for AI
Organisations are being pushed to spot hidden privilege paths in AI and machine accounts as BeyondTrust widens its identity risk assessment.
TrustLogix adds AI agent controls to TrustAI platform
Businesses facing ShadowAI risks can now block rogue agents and trace access more tightly as TrustLogix expands controls at the data layer.
Barracuda flags stealthy Microsoft 365 attack shift
Businesses are facing harder-to-spot intrusions as attackers use valid Microsoft 365 logins, fake AI sites and fileless malware to evade detection.
Ping Identity adds controls for AI agents in businesses
Businesses adopting AI agents face new security and accountability risks as Ping Identity extends access controls, auditability and governance.
Yubico wins FIPS 140-3 nod for YubiKey 5 FIPS Series
The upgrade gives government and regulated buyers a single device for legacy smart cards and passkeys, as agencies shift to stricter security rules.
Zscaler to buy Symmetry Systems in AI security push
Businesses rushing to deploy AI agents face a fresh security gap, as Zscaler adds identity mapping and partner services to its platform.
AI adoption outpaces cloud security, Check Point warns
Security teams are struggling to enforce AI policies, as Check Point found only 26% of organisations have the architecture to back them up.
Sumo Logic adds Claude compliance logging integration
Security teams can now track Claude use alongside other enterprise logs, helping firms meet compliance rules and investigate activity more easily.
Sectigo launches partner platform & new brand identity
Customers can now manage the full certificate lifecycle in one place as Sectigo targets expiry risks and quantum-ready testing.
Workday launches AI agents for IT support & travel
Employees could see fewer helpdesk calls and expense reports as Workday rolls out agents that automate IT support and business travel tasks.
Sumo Logic adds Claude compliance monitoring integration
It will let security teams fold Claude audit trails into existing monitoring, easing compliance checks as AI use spreads across enterprises.
1Password expands OpenAI Codex deal for secure credentials
The new integration keeps passwords out of prompts and repos, reducing the risk of leaks as AI coding agents move into production workflows.
ReliaQuest warns of SonicWall MFA bypass after patching
Patching alone has left some older SonicWall devices exposed to VPN attacks, with reliaQuest finding the first known in-the-wild use of CVE-2024-12802.