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Fortinet, Inc. reports news about its cybersecurity platform for the convergence of networking and security. Company updates commonly cover FortiGate appliances, FortiOS, Fortinet Security Fabric, SASE, SD-WAN, endpoint protection, managed detection and response, and security operations capabilities built around Fortinet ASICs, threat intelligence, and AI-enabled controls.
Recurring Fortinet news also includes quarterly financial results, billings and revenue commentary, product portfolio expansion, FortiGuard Labs threat research, cybersecurity skills-gap reports, training programs, and public-private cyber resilience initiatives. These updates reflect a business centered on enterprise-grade security products, subscriptions, support, and research across network, cloud, zero-trust, and security operations use cases.
Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) has announced three new next-generation firewalls (NGFWs): the FortiGate 70G, 50G, and 30G. These new G series firewalls are designed to strengthen threat protection and future-proof IT infrastructure for distributed enterprises.
Powered by Fortinet's proprietary ASIC technology and FortiOS, the new devices deliver superior performance metrics compared to competitors. The FortiGate 70G achieves up to 11x higher IPsec VPN and 7x higher firewall throughput than industry average, while consuming 62x fewer watts per Gbps of IPsec VPN throughput.
Key features include FortiGuard AI-Powered Security Services for automated threat detection and response, and FortiAI, a generative AI assistant that helps automate tasks and improve threat detection. The devices integrate with the Fortinet Security Fabric, enabling unified management and automated threat intelligence sharing.
Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) has strengthened its partnership with the Pittsburgh Steelers, becoming a 'Proud Partner' for the 2024-2025 season. The Steelers have expanded their use of the Fortinet Security Fabric platform across all network segments, including corporate and football operations, merchandising, and ticket operations.
The implementation spans multiple locations including Acrisure Stadium, UPMC Rooney Sports Complex, Saint Vincent College training camp, and remote facilities. Key solutions deployed include FortiGate Next-Generation Firewalls, FortiSwitch Ethernet switches, FortiAP access points, and FortiMonitor for network protection and optimization. The system ensures secure connectivity and high availability, particularly during game days.
The Steelers utilize Fortinet's zero-trust network access and FortiClient for secure remote access, enabling staff and scouts to connect to important assets while traveling. The partnership, which has lasted over 15 years, is set to continue beyond the 2024-2025 season with planned future integrations.
Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) announced its participation in the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland from January 20-24, 2025. As a founding member of the Forum's Centre for Cybersecurity, Fortinet will contribute to discussions on global cybersecurity challenges.
Derek Manky, Chief Security Strategist and Global VP of Threat Intelligence, will participate in a panel on January 21 about disrupting cybercrime operations. The session, titled 'Collectively Disrupting the Economics of Cybercrime,' will focus on building alliances across organizations to combat cyber threats.
The 55th Annual Meeting will address five key priorities: rebuilding trust, reimagining growth, investing in people, safeguarding the planet, and reimagining leadership strategies. The event brings together leaders from 125 countries, including government officials, business executives, and civil society representatives.
Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) has scheduled its fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results conference call for Thursday, February 6, at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time (4:30 p.m. Eastern Time). The conference call will be available in listen-only mode through the company's investor relations website. Investors and analysts are advised to join 10 minutes before the start time. Following the call, the CEO and CFO's prepared remarks, supplemental slides, and call replay will be accessible through Fortinet's Quarterly Earnings page on their investor relations website.
Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) announced that its Security Service Edge (SSE) offering, FortiSASE, received the highest possible 'AAA' rating from CyberRatings.org, the industry's only independent third-party cybersecurity testing nonprofit. The solution achieved exceptional scores across all test categories:
- Perfect score in Evasions (100%)
- Near-perfect in Exploits (99.02%)
- Near-perfect in Malware (99.5%)
- Full compatibility in TLS/SSL Functionality
FortiSASE demonstrated minimal impact on network performance while maintaining robust security features. The solution provides comprehensive cloud-delivered security services, including Firewall-as-a-Service, secure web gateway, and cloud access security broker. Fortinet was also named a Challenger in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for SSE.
Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) has launched FortiAppSec Cloud, a new cloud-delivered platform integrating web application security and performance management tools. The platform combines advanced bot defense, global server load balancing, and web/API security into a unified solution. Key features include ML-powered bot protection, intelligent traffic routing, and threat analytics powered by FortiGuard Labs. The platform aims to address the challenges of securing modern web applications across multi-cloud environments, offering centralized management and reduced complexity. According to Fortinet's 2024 Cloud Security Report, 95% of cybersecurity professionals support a single-dashboard approach for streamlined security management.
Fortinet (FTNT) has been named the Preferred Partner of the NHL Vancouver Canucks for the 2024-2025 season. Canucks Sports & Entertainment (CSE) has implemented Fortinet's Security Fabric platform to protect its data center, secure Rogers Arena, and connect various facilities. The deployment includes a FortiGate Next-Generation Firewall cluster and Secure SD-WAN platform to streamline security operations. Fortinet's presence in Canada includes over 2,600 employees, $200 million in infrastructure investments, and partnerships with 30 academic institutions. The company aims to train 1 million people globally in cybersecurity by 2026.
Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) announced the opening of a new 215,000-square-foot, 10-story building in Atlanta, Georgia, representing an investment of over $15 million. The facility will serve as a Fortinet Innovation Hub, featuring a FortiCloud Point of Presence, Executive Briefing Center, Cyber Training Facility, and expanded Customer Support. The building will contribute to regional growth and job development, while strengthening the company's global expansion strategy. The hub will enhance customer service capabilities and foster partnerships in the region where Fortinet has operated for 24 years.
Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) has appointed Janet Napolitano to its Board of Directors, strengthening its cybersecurity leadership with her extensive national security and public policy expertise. Napolitano, former Secretary of Homeland Security (2009-2013) and Governor of Arizona (2003-2009), will advise on CISA's Secure by Design Pledge and enhance collaboration with global security stakeholders. Currently serving as founder and faculty director of the Center for Security in Politics at UC Berkeley, Napolitano also holds board positions at Vir Biotechnology, Zoom, and RAND This appointment aligns with Fortinet's mission to advance global cybersecurity resilience and secure digital infrastructure.
Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) has announced plans to host an Analyst Day on November 18, 2024, in New York City, marking its 15-year IPO anniversary. The event will feature company executives sharing insights on cybersecurity's future, strategy updates, and financial outlook. Ken Xie, Founder and CEO, emphasized the company's leading role in cybersecurity evolution and commitment to innovation.
Prior to the main event, Fortinet will ring the Nasdaq Opening Bell to commemorate its public trading milestone. The Analyst Day presentation will be available via live broadcast in listen-only mode through the company's investor relations website. The event highlights Fortinet's two-decade journey in shaping cybersecurity through integrated solutions and strategic partnerships.