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Keywordsidentity management, cybersecurity, acquisitions, AI, conferences, CrowdStrike, PAM, market trends, technology, security, Delinea, StrongDMSummaryIn this episode of the Analyst Brief Podcast, Simon Moffatt and David Mahdi discuss the latest trends in identity management and cybersecurity, including upcoming conferences, recent acquisitions, and the evolving role of AI in the industry. They explore the challenges organizations face with technical debt and the need for better resolution in identity management. The conversation also touches on CrowdStrike's recent developments and the importance of ecosystem partnerships in navigating the complex landscape of identity management.TakeawaysRSA Conference is a key event for industry professionals.Delinia's acquisition of Strong DM highlights market consolidation.Identity management is increasingly recognized as a control plane.AI is becoming integral to identity management solutions.Technical debt poses significant challenges for organizations.The identity management landscape is evolving rapidly.Ecosystem partnerships are crucial for smaller vendors.Vendors need to clearly differentiate their offerings.The future of identity management will involve more dynamic solutions.Chapters00:00 Introduction 02:54 Upcoming Conferences and Industry Events05:49 Market Changes: Acquisitions and Mergers11:43 The Evolution of Identity Management17:40 The Future of Identity Control Plane25:07 Leveraging Identity Solutions26:22 The Role of Identity in Business Agility28:09 Understanding Information Asymmetry in Business29:30 The Need for Speed in Identity Management31:51 Conceptualizing Identity Management33:16 Addressing Technical Debt in IAM35:21 AI's Role in Modernizing Identity Infrastructure38:09 Vendor Narratives and Market Confusion41:11 Ecosystem Partnerships in Identity Management43:39 CrowdStrike's New Partnership with Natoma

KeywordsCybersecurity, Identity Security, CrowdStrike, SGNL Acquisition, Zero Trust, Trust in Technology, ITDR, NHI, PAM, Digital TrustSummaryIn this episode of the Analyst Brief Podcast, Simon Moffatt and David Mahdi discuss the rapid changes in the cybersecurity landscape as they enter the new year. They delve into CrowdStrike's recent acquisition of SGNL, exploring its implications for identity security and competition in the market. The conversation highlights the importance of trust in cybersecurity, the evolution of zero trust frameworks, and the anticipated trends in identity security and consolidation within the industry. The hosts emphasize the need for organizations to establish and maintain trust while navigating the complexities of modern cybersecurity challenges.TakeawaysThe cybersecurity landscape is evolving rapidly with new acquisitions.CrowdStrike's acquisition of SGNL marks a significant shift in identity security.Trust is becoming a central theme in cybersecurity discussions.Zero trust is evolving into a more integrated approach to security.Organizations need to focus on end-to-end trust in their cybersecurity strategies.The market is seeing increased consolidation in identity security solutions.Identity security is now a critical component of overall cybersecurity strategy.The role of procurement in technology decisions is often underestimated.Emerging technologies are reshaping the identity security landscape.The year ahead promises significant developments in trust and security. Chapters00:00 Welcome and New Year Reflections01:41 The Rapid Evolution of Identity Security02:10 CrowdStrike's Acquisition of SGNL04:54 The Impact of SGNL on CrowdStrike's Strategy08:09 Competition in the Identity Security Space11:58 The Role of Identity in Cybersecurity21:46 The Future of Identity Security and Zero Trust26:31 The Evolution of Zero Trust in Cybersecurity29:07 The End of the Beginning: Zero Trust Maturity30:32 Trust in a Non-Trusted World34:12 The Shift from Zero Trust to Digital Trust38:32 End-to-End Trust: A New Paradigm42:44 Consolidation Trends in Identity Security50:06 The Future of Acquisitions in Cybersecurity

Keywordsidentity, cybersecurity, AI, Gartner, conferences, funding, innovation, resilience, OWASP, predictionsSummaryIn this episode of the Analyst Brief Podcast, Simon Moffatt and David Mahdi discuss the latest trends in identity and cybersecurity, reflecting on recent conferences, particularly the Gartner Identity Conference. They explore the evolving role of identity in organizations, the impact of AI, and the importance of resilience in supply chains. The conversation also touches on funding dynamics in the identity space, the challenges of innovation versus reliability, and the newly released OWASP Top 10 for Agentic AI. As they look ahead to 2026, they share predictions about the future of identity and the cybersecurity landscape.TakeawaysIdentity is becoming increasingly central to cybersecurity strategies.The Gartner Identity Conference highlighted key trends in identity management.AI is reshaping the identity landscape but hasn't introduced new business models yet.Organizations need to focus on resilience in their identity systems.Funding in the identity space is shifting, with significant investments being made.Innovation in identity solutions must balance reliability and customer needs.The complexity of supply chains poses challenges for identity management.OWASP's Top 10 for Agentic AI emphasizes the importance of identity in AI security.2025 has been a pivotal year for identity, with increased attention and funding.Organizations should start small and automate basic identity management tasks.Sound bites"Identity is at the core.""Identity is foundational.""Phishing isn't fixed."Chapters00:00 Introduction and Festive Greetings02:04 Conferences and Events: Insights from Black Hat Europe04:38 Gartner Identity and Access Management Conference Overview09:32 Emerging Trends in Identity Management12:47 Identity as Core Infrastructure17:48 The Future of Identity in Cybersecurity23:39 Funding and Market Trends in Identity Solutions28:08 Navigating Customer Satisfaction and Market Dynamics29:32 The Shift from Hypergrowth to Profitability31:53 Investment Strategies and Market Positioning33:37 Innovation vs. Reliability in Established Companies36:57 The Role of Innovation Across Business Functions38:44 The Importance of Identity in Cybersecurity40:03 Supply Chain Vulnerabilities and Interdependencies44:26 Resilience and Recovery in Cybersecurity48:07 The Need for Investment in Incident Response49:31 Privacy Challenges in the Digital Age51:30 OWASP Top 10 for Agentic AI55:37 Predictions for 2026: AI and Cybersecurity Trends

SummaryIn this episode of the Analyst Brief podcast, Simon Moffatt and David Mahdi discuss the latest trends in identity security, including recent funding rounds and acquisitions. They explore the growing importance of identity governance, the intersection of security and identity management, and the role of trust in the age of AI. The conversation also touches on the significance of ITDR and the implications of recent acquisitions for the market. The hosts reflect on the future of identity security and the need for continuous innovation in this evolving landscape.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Analyst Brief Podcast03:03 Autumn Conference Season Insights06:05 Funding and Acquisitions in Identity Governance08:59 The Growing Complexity of Identity Governance12:01 The Intersection of Security and Identity14:49 The Future of Cybersecurity and Identity Integration17:42 Understanding the Broader Ecosystem of Cybersecurity21:04 The Importance of Protecting All Identities23:53 First Principles in Cybersecurity Strategy29:10 Navigating Resilience and Availability in Security29:56 Funding Trends in Identity Security31:45 The Impact of Acquisitions on Identity Security32:13 Twilio's Acquisition of Stitch: A New Era in Identity36:33 Building Trust in the Age of AI39:21 Zero Trust: Establishing and Maintaining Trust44:14 Ping Identity's Acquisition of Keyless: Innovations in Biometric Authentication55:11 JumpCloud Acquires Breeze Security: Enhancing ITDR Solutions59:54 Improvata's Strategic Moves in Identity SecurityKeywordsidentity security, funding, acquisitions, AI, trust, governance, ITDR, cybersecurity, authentication, market trends

KeywordsAWS outage, digital dependency, business continuity, FIDO, authentication, passkeys, digital certificates, threat informed defense, false positives, cyber resilienceSummaryIn this episode of the Analyst Brief Podcast, Simon Moffatt and David Mahdi discuss the recent AWS outage and its implications on digital dependency and business continuity. They explore the importance of disaster recovery plans and the evolving landscape of authentication technologies, particularly focusing on the FIDO Authenticate Conference. The conversation delves into the lifecycle of passkeys and digital certificates, emphasizing the need for threat-informed defense strategies and the challenges of managing false positives in security. The episode concludes with a call for better integration of systems and shared intelligence across the industry.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Global Outage Discussion03:01 The Impact of Digital Dependency06:00 Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery09:10 FIDO Authenticate Conference Overview16:09 Evolution of Authentication Technologies21:45 The Lifecycle of Passkeys and Digital Certificates29:59 Threat Informed Defense and False Positives39:55 Conclusion and Future Considerations

KeywordsPAM, IGA, CyberArk, Palo Alto, identity security, AI, machine identity, cybersecurity, information flows, behavioral analysisSummaryIn this episode of the Analyst Brief Podcast, Simon Moffatt and David Mahdi discuss the significant changes in the cybersecurity landscape, particularly focusing on Privileged Access Management (PAM) and Identity Governance and Administration (IGA). They explore the recent acquisition of CyberArk by Palo Alto, the evolution of identity security, and the convergence of various identity management solutions. The conversation highlights the importance of information flows, and the need for a mindset shift in the industry to effectively address identity security challenges. TakeawaysThe cybersecurity landscape is rapidly changing due to AI.PAM and IGA are evolving but remain siloed.The acquisition of CyberArk by Palo Alto signifies a shift in identity security.Organizations struggle with integrating disparate identity technologies.Behavioral analysis is crucial for identifying security threats.AI will play a significant role in optimizing identity security.Defensive acquisitions are common in the cybersecurity industry.The future of identity security relies on understanding information flows.Chapters00:00 Welcome Back and Industry Changes02:01 The Evolution of Privileged Access Management (PAM)10:41 The Convergence of Cybersecurity and Identity16:13 The Future of Identity Management Platforms24:23 Understanding Information Flows in Cybersecurity28:12 The Role of AI in Identity Management33:42 Navigating Mergers and Acquisitions in Tech39:50 The Future of Identity Security and AI Integration

Francis Odum, founder of Software Analyst Cyber Research and a global cyber thought leader, joins the conversation. They delve into key insights from the RSA Conference 2025, where the hype around AI meets the reality of cybersecurity challenges. Topics include the critical role of identity security in mitigating risks and the emerging necessity for new identity types in AI. The discussion also covers how AI can enhance security processes, the evolving landscape of data security, and the importance of 'secure by design' principles for future-proofing measures.

KeywordsRSA Conference, Identity Security, AI in Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Trends, Identity Management, Funding in Cybersecurity, Observability, AI Security, Cyber Threats, Identity Protection, cybersecurity, identity protection, AI trends, discovery, observability, response strategies, browser security, identity security, ITDR, innovationChapters00:00 Introduction to RSA Conf 2025 and Anticipation03:01 The Importance of Identity at RSA05:55 AI's Role in Cybersecurity08:55 Challenges in AI Security11:58 Funding Trends in Identity Protection15:04 Observability in Identity Management25:31 The Importance of Discovery in Cybersecurity28:02 Innovative Approaches to Identity Protection35:12 Emerging Trends in AI and Identity Security41:03 The Future of AI in CybersecurityLinksAuthMind Funding RoundPush Security Funding RoundUnosecur Funding Round

SummaryThis episode explores the importance of standards, the role of identity in cybersecurity, and the challenges faced by organizations in managing identity security effectively. The conversation highlights the need for innovation and collaboration in the identity space, as well as the critical nature of identity being an attack surface - especially vendors in the JML firing line. How can behaviour monitoring help?Keywordsidentity security, funding news, leadership changes, market trends, cybersecurity, access management, identity governance, AI in security, standards in identity, identity as a service, identity management, security controls, behavioral analysis, customer experience, identity standards, identity security, digital identity, identity governance, cybersecurity, identity threatsChapters00:00 Introduction 03:12 Market News: Funding and Innovations12:37 Leadership Changes in Identity Security14:04 The Evolution of Identity Security24:11 Identity as a Strategic Business Element25:57 The Security Landscape and Vendor Commitments28:00 Evolving Security Controls in Identity Management30:11 Behavioral Analysis: The Missing Piece32:00 The Strategic Importance of Identity Management34:03 Identity as a Brand and Customer Experience35:58 The Maturity of Identity Solutions37:56 Decoupling User Experience from Identity Security39:49 Complexity in Identity Standards and Security44:07 Emerging Threats and the Need for Standards

Summary In this episode of the Analyst Brief Podcast, Simon and Dave return to discuss the latest funding trends in identity security, the rise of non-human identity (NHI), and the importance of governance and data management in identity solutions. Useful Links: Token Security raise $20 million Jumpcloud acquires Stack Identity AI Prompt Engineering Protection Keywords identity security, funding, non-human identity, governance, AI, identity management, chief data officer, AI, identity security, prompt engineering, content authenticity, digital transformation, business opportunities Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Evolution 03:04 Funding Trends in Identity Security 08:43 The Rise of Non-Human Identity (NHI) 15:03 Governance and Identity Data Management 23:38 Emerging Trends in Data Technology 26:20 The Role of Chief Data Officers 30:12 AI's Impact on Identity and Security 32:38 Navigating the Challenges of AI and Data Authenticity