Rackspace Technology and Cloud Security Leader, Armor, Announce The New Cybersecurity Landscape Solve Strategy Series Webinar

Rhea-AI Summary

Rackspace Technology (NASDAQ: RXT) will co-sponsor a virtual event titled The New Cybersecurity Landscape on October 7, 2020. This event aims to address emerging security threats exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Keynote speaker Keren Elazari will discuss evolving security challenges. The global data explosion poses new security threats, predicted to drive cybersecurity spending to $133.7 billion in 2022. The event features a panel discussion with industry experts, including Michael Schofield from Rackspace Technology. Registration is available on their website.

Positive

• Co-sponsoring a high-profile cybersecurity event enhances brand visibility.
• Addressing timely cybersecurity issues positions Rackspace as a thought leader.
• Potential to attract new customers focusing on cybersecurity due to increased threats.

Negative

• The emphasis on security threats indicates potential vulnerabilities in their offerings.
• Rising cybersecurity spending may create competitive pressures.

SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 01, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rackspace Technology™ (NASDAQ: RXT), a leading end-to-end multicloud technology solutions company, will co-sponsor The New Cybersecurity Landscape virtual event with Armor^® on October 7^th at 10:00 am CT as part of the company’s Solve Strategy Series. From Zoom bombing to account takeovers, through access mining and phishing, the event will shed light on emerging security threats and empower viewers with practical ideas on how to build a safer future.

Keren Elazari, TED speaker, security analyst, and friendly hacker, will deliver a keynote on how security challenges have changed in the age of COVID-19. She will then be joined by cybersecurity experts from Plus500™, Armor, and Rackspace Technology for a panel discussion on what has changed in the cybersecurity landscape and what businesses must do to adapt.

“This pandemic has been a renaissance for bad actors in the cybersecurity space,” said Elazari. “We need to look at how criminals are evolving and adapting to the new normal. Remote work has created new opportunities for criminals to disrupt businesses and use our digital assets against us. We need to protect the people who are now on the digital front lines."

In addition to the COVID-19 pandemic, the virtual event comes at a time when the amount of global data is increasing exponentially. According to Information Overload Research Group (IORG), 90% of the world’s data has been created in the last two years alone. While this massive amount of data is necessary for organizations to operate, it has also uncovered new security threats to guard against. Gartner predicts that worldwide spending on cybersecurity will reach $133.7 billion in 2022.

“The COVID-19 crisis has changed the ways we do business, and cyber criminals have quickly adapted to the new reality,” said Michael Schofield, Vice President, Network & Cyber Security Operations and Webinar Moderator, Rackspace Technology. “Home has become the new office and organizations that had digital transformation plans years in the future are rushing to do them now.”

The New Cybersecurity Landscape webinar will include a 10-minute keynote speech and 20-minute panel discussion with industry experts:

Keynote:

• Guest Speaker: Keren Elazari, Security Analyst, Friendly Hacker, Author, Speaker
  

Moderator:

• Michael Schofield, Vice President, Network & Cyber Security Operations, Rackspace Technology
  

Panelists:

• Idan Mashaal, Director of Cyber Security, Plus500™
• Chris Stouff, Chief Security Officer, Armor
• Karen O'Reilly-Smith, Chief Security Officer, Rackspace Technology
  

To register for The New Cybersecurity Landscape webinar, please visit: https://www.rackspace.com/solve/solve-strategy-series

About Rackspace Technology

Rackspace Technology is a leading end-to-end multicloud technology services company. We can design, build and operate our customers’ cloud environments across all major technology platforms, irrespective of technology stack or deployment model. We partner with our customers at every stage of their cloud journey, enabling them to modernize applications, build new products and adopt innovative technologies.

Media Contact

Natalie Silva
Rackspace Corporate Communications
publicrelations@rackspace.com

FAQ

What is the date and time of the New Cybersecurity Landscape event by Rackspace (RXT)?

The event is scheduled for October 7, 2020, at 10:00 am CT.

Who is the keynote speaker at Rackspace's New Cybersecurity Landscape event?

Keren Elazari, a security analyst and TED speaker, will deliver the keynote.

How much is global spending on cybersecurity expected to reach in 2022?

Worldwide spending on cybersecurity is predicted to reach $133.7 billion in 2022.

What topics will be discussed at the Rackspace virtual event?

The event will explore emerging security threats and strategies for building a safer digital environment.

How can I register for the New Cybersecurity Landscape webinar?

Registration is available on the Rackspace Technology website.