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The latest edition of Intercept X includes new malware detection functionality powered by a deep learning engine, as well as an extensive series of new anti-exploit safeguards.

Hackers used a flaw in Kaseya’s RMM solution, which has since been patched, to deploy Monero crypto-mining software on managed endpoints.

Developing closer ties with strategic partners and rolling out partner program enhancements will be top priorities for the long-time Ingram Micro executive, who officially becomes eFolder’s new channel and distribution chief today.

The IT management platform operator plans to host four classes this year for managed services newcomers as well as an advanced skills event in April.

In a “state of the channel” presentation yesterday, Microsoft’s Gavriella Schuster (pictured) said the remodeled One Commercial Partner program she heads up has distributed over 80,000 sales leads since July.

Part of a dramatic overhaul of the giant vendor’s channel ecosystem, the new initiative gives partners primary sales ownership of some 170,000 mostly small and midsize companies worldwide.

VSA 9.5 integrates more closely with the company’s PSA and cloud backup products, includes a new API designed to simplify integration for third-party vendors, and allows techs to use Microsoft PowerShell during remote access sessions for the first time.

The first edition of the quarterly conference for MSPs and resellers sought to help attendees get the new year off to strong start by refining fundamental processes like sales, operations, and tool selection.

The new system, which connects to any device powered by ARM-based processors, lets users view centralized performance and status information on a web-based dashboard, create automated administration rules, and set triggers for receiving alerts.

Called Riverbed Rise, it replaces a competency-based model requiring steep upfront skills investments with performance-based rewards for landing new accounts and selling more solutions to existing customers, among other accomplishments.