Newsletter: Acronis H2 2024 Cyberthreats Report Unveils Rise in Ransomware, AI-Driven Attacks, and Malware Risks

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Acronis, a global leader in cybersecurity and data protection, released its biannual report titled, “Acronis Cyberthreats Report, H2 2024: The rise of AI-driven threats”. Authored by the Acronis Threat Research Unit (TRU), the report offers a comprehensive account of the global threat landscape as monitored by Acronis during the second half of 2024. The latest Acronis Cyberthreats Report reveals a significant rise in email cyberattacks, a staggering 197% increase detected in H2 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, with a 21% rise in attacks per organization. From July to December 2024, nearly 50% of users were targeted by email-based attacks at least once.

Newsletter: EQT to acquire a majority stake in Acronis, a leading cybersecurity and data protection platform for Managed Service Providers and corporate IT departments

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Acronis (the “Company”) and EQT are pleased to announce that the EQT X fund (“EQT”) will acquire a majority stake in the Company. The founders, management, and existing investors – including funds and accounts managed by CVC, Springcoast and BlackRock Private Equity Partners – will remain as significant minority shareholders. Acronis is valued in the transaction above the last growth funding round which was completed in 2022.

Acronis names tech veteran, Paul Maritz as the Chairman of the Board

10/23/2021 07:36:31 PM

Acronis has recently announced its newest Chairman of the Board of Directors in Paul Maritz.

The global leader in cyber security and data protection said Maritz will be responsible for the governance and leadership of Acronis as it strengthens its position in the service provider market preparing for significant growth in the future.