You may have waited 8 years for the Nintendo Switch 2, the new gaming platform Nintendo announced this week, but you only had to wait 5 months to learn who Kaseya would choose as its next CEO.

On Tuesday, the company announced that Rania Succar, previously head of email marketing automation platform Intuit Mailchimp, is succeeding former CEO Fred Voccola, who led the company for 10 years and moved to the vice chair role in January. If you missed our coverage, click the link to learn more about what the multi-degreed Harvard grad and fast-rising software industry exec brings to the table for MSPs.

Also on Tuesday, Kaseya prime competitor ConnectWise made several major announcements at IT Nation Secure. You can read about a new bundle of core MSP tools ConnectWise is rolling out as a single SKU, in the same vein as Kaseya 365. They also unveiled a strategic offering in collaboration with Pax8 and Microsoft, and reached a significant milestone in the Asio platform. Learn all the details by clicking on the link above.

Kaseya and ConnectWise were not the only channel companies busy making announcements this week, though. Be sure to level up your industry knowledge with the stories below—in between firing up the new Mario Kart World.

Happy reading!

Products & Solutions

WhiteDog Announces Platform Expansion Dubbed ‘Delta Detection and Response’

WhiteDog, a cybersecurity-as-a-service provider, launched an expanded platform this week that it’s calling of 𝚫DR, or delta detection and response. According to the company, the platform is designed to close the gaps that XDR solutions don’t address, delivering visibility across the five key layers of a security model—email, DNS, identity, endpoint, and network.

WhiteDog founder Shahin Pirooz tells MSP Success that XDR (extended detection and response) today is “really still endpoint-focused. It collects some logs from firewalls and some logs from email and that’s it. But there’s no detection and response anywhere but the endpoint.”

To fill that gap, or “delta,” WhiteDog added identity detection and response (IDR) and post-gateway inbox detection and response to its XDR offering. 𝚫DR is available as subscription-based, single SKU with a mix of user and device pricing. Also included in the platform is MDR, attack surface management (ASM), SIEM, and EDR, all backed the company’s 24/7 security operations center and incident response.

“Our approach is a holistic one that takes into account who the users are, what they’re using to communicate, what email platform, what endpoints they work from, what networks they’re living on, are they consuming cloud services and how they access all of that,” says Pirooz. “And where 𝚫DR comes in is it crosses all of these different facets and covers all five layers of that security model.”

A Curated Platform

WhiteDog, which came out of stealth in June of 2023, offers a curated, composable stack of cybersecurity tools with a global 24/7 security operations team that MSPs can white label.

“We realized that security tools have a life of three to five years, so the bad actors outpace them,” Pirooz says, explaining why they decided to curate tools rather than develop them. “You constantly have to refresh and implement something new. And the struggle is keeping up with the changes in the market, the changes in defense, the changes in tactics. So we chose to … curate an enterprise stack of software, but leverage our threat hunting and threat management and proactive approaches. From an integration standpoint, all of our development went into the portal front end and the integration between the tools and the correlation rules and all that. So we use best in class technologies, all enterprise grade. There’s about 60 tools behind this entire portfolio.”

𝚫DR is available now.

Evo’s End User Elevation Solution Enhanced and Ready for Prime Time

Evo Security, an identity and access management (IAM) company for MSPs and their customers, unveiled the public release of Evo End User Elevation this week at IT Nation Secure. Evo End User Elevation enforces least privilege across all customer endpoints. It replaces standing admin rights with an on-demand elevation workflow that lets standard users request temporary access for specific actions via Evo’s multitenant dashboard or mobile app. Technicians can approve or deny based on AI-generated context and pre-built elevation rules.

After getting feedback from MSPs with early access, Evo enhanced the solution with AI-driven risk summaries, technician rule-building tools, secure desktop integration, and mobile technician controls.

“It’s a tool that is purpose built for MSPs to allow and enforce admin privileges to their customers in a really intelligent and efficient and highly secure way,” says Evo founder and CEO Michael Roth.

With AI-driven risk analysis, every elevation request is automatically enriched with metadata and a risk summary, helping techs “reduce the liability of making a poor decision,” Roth explains. In addition, Evo conducts all elevation sessions in Microsoft’s Secure Desktop, mitigating risks from credential harvesting or session hijacking.

Technicians can also build elevation rules from historical requests or by uploading executables. Rules are enforced at the user, endpoint, group, or tenant level. And with a training mode, MSPs can monitor request patterns before enforcing policies to ensure a smooth transition away from permanent admin access.

End User Elevate integrates natively with Evo’s full identity stack, including MFA, SSO, Help Desk Verification, managed RADIUS, and Technician Elevation. It’s generally available now.

Bitdefender Adds Compliance Manager Solution to GravityZone

Bitdefender, a cybersecurity company, has added the new GravityZone Compliance Manager to its GravityZone platform. The solution provides real-time visibility, automated remediation, audit-ready reports, and one-click compliance documentation fully integrated with Bitdefender endpoint security and risk analytics, according to the company.

GravityZone Compliance Manager provides visibility into endpoint compliance posture and supports the major frameworks—including region and industry-specific standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, DORA, NIS 2 Directive, PCI DSS, SOC 2, ISO 27001, CISv8, CMMC 2.0, and more. Businesses can identify and remediate compliance gaps with a single click and can drill down further into specific standards or benchmarks to view detailed information on associated risks and affected assets.

Bitdefender GravityZone Compliance Manager is available now for new and existing customers.

Partner Programs

Coro Compass Reimages What it Means To Be a Coro Partner 

This week, cybersecurity company Coro announced their new partner program, Coro Compass. The program is designed to enable Coro partners to scale faster and more profitably with streamlined operations, hands-on support, and additional resources. 

The primary goals of this new program are to provide simplicity and protection to partners, says Joe Sykora, Coro’s SVP and general manager of the Americas and ANZ. “We’re firm believers in making sure we protect the partners that bring us into opportunities. It’s a very simple program. We have just two levels; we’re trying to take the complications out of [partner] programs.” 

He continues, “The enemy of security is complexity. “I think [complexity] is also the enemy of channel programs.” 

The two tiers are called Accelerate and Pinnacle. “It’s a tiered discount, based on volume,” says Sykora. “We want to let [our partners] consume technology the way they want to consume it.” Coro Compass’ benefits fall under three pillars: revenue growth, brand and marketing support, and sales and product support. These include offerings like MDF opportunities, dedicated partner support, and competitive pricing. 

Coro Compass is available now for Coro partners in the U.S. and Canada, and will go live globally next week.

M&A – Vendors

Liongard Acquires Darklight Cyio Platform

Liongard, an attack surface management vendor, acquired the Darklight Cyio platform, an AI-powered cyber risk solution that applies real-time threat intelligence and business context to risk prioritization. 

 By integrating continuous risk analysis, contextual threat prioritization, and stakeholder-ready reporting into the Liongard platform, partners gain the ability to identify, assess, and act on cyber risks with greater precision and speed, according to Liongard.

“Our vision has always been to help MSPs see everything, know what’s changing, and act faster,” said Michelle Accardi, CEO of Liongard, in a press statement. “With Darklight Cyio now part of Liongard, we’re delivering on that vision in a transformational way by applying AI and business context so our partners can secure every layer of their environment with confidence.” 

According to the company, the transaction is accretive, aligns with the company’s growth strategy, contributes positively to earnings, and supports Liongard’s commitment to maintaining a strong financial foundation. 

“We’re confident this transaction positions us well for sustained success,” said Mayank Singhvi, Liongard CFO, in a press statement. “This acquisition supports our strategy to grow with purpose by expanding our platform intelligently, maintaining financial discipline, and delivering long-term value to our stakeholders.” 

M&A – MSPs

Evergreen Acquires Its 81st MSP

Private equity firm Evergreen acquired PCH Technologies, an MSP founded in 1997 by Tim Guim and headquartered in Sewell, New Jersey. The MSP, which also has offices in Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Forida, will continue operating as PCH Technologies under Lyra Technology Group, Evergreen‘s portfolio of managed IT service providers.

“I first connected with Ramsey Sahyoun, co-founder and M&A partner of Evergreen, in 2018 and was immediately attracted to their decentralized operating model combined with their long-term buy-and-hold investment strategy,” said Guim, in a press statement. “It was never just about finding a buyer; it was about finding the right strategic partner that aligned with PCH’s goals. Evergreen distinguished itself by valuing our people, respecting what we’ve built, and providing new opportunities for the management team to scale operations while still delivering on PCH’s brand promise. That’s what made Evergreen the perfect home for PCH.”

PCH Technologies is Lyra’s 81st operating company.

Training & Certifications

MSPAlliance Unveils Cyber Verify AI Engine

MSPAlliance, an association for cloud and managed service providers, launched the Cyber Verify AI engine, designed to enhance the Cyber Verify certification platform. Cyber Verify evaluates MSPs based on key criteria, such as data protection policies, risk management practices, and adherence to industry best standards. Through comprehensive assessments, it ensures that MSPs uphold the integrity required to safeguard clients’ data and meet regulatory demands.

Key features of the Cyber Verify AI engine include:

• Accelerate MSP processes and decision-making with real-time data analysis and automated workflows.
• Achieve precise MSP compliance results with advanced machine learning algorithms that continuously improve over time.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards and protect sensitive data with comprehensive security measures.

Leveraging best-in-class infrastructure and generative AI technology, the Cyber Verify AI engine is a secure, closed-box AI Large Language Model (LLM) system that operates within a controlled environment, ensuring data privacy and security.

N-able Launches Product Certifications for N-central and N-insight

N-able launched new core certification programs for its RMM solutions, N-central and N-sight—two major components of the N-able Ecoverse.

Available on demand through N-able U, these certifications are free to customers and provide structured training designed to enhance skills, support professional growth, and drive organizational performance.

“We’re committed to delivering high-quality training that’s not only practical but impactful,” said Frank Colletti, CRO at N-able, in a press statement. “Whether you’re just starting out or deepening your expertise, these certifications are designed to ensure you get real value from our best-in-class UEM solutions. Creating a learning environment that supports both beginners and veterans has always been our goal. We want our customers to know exactly how to use our tools to solve real problems—quickly and confidently. This is about more than just passing a test—it’s about helping our customers succeed, stay secure, and be efficient.”

The first wave of certifications already rolled out earlier at Empower Berlin, and more advanced learning paths and content will follow.

Integrations & Partnerships

Blackpoint Cyber, an MDR provider, today announced a strategic partnership with UKON, a cyber insurance marketplace purpose-built for MSPs.

With UKON’s embedded insurance distribution and financial-grade risk intelligence with combined with Blackpoint’s 24/7 MDR platform and SOC, MSPs can lead more confident risk conversations with customers, meet rising insurance and compliance demands, and deliver integrated protection across their customer base, according to Blackpoint.

People

Data security company Forcepoint appointed Matt Derdeyn as CFO. He most recently served as CFO at Archer Technologies, where he led Archer through a double carve-out from Dell Technologies and RSA Security LLC, its immediate parent, and through a successful multibillion-dollar sale process while simultaneously accelerating organic growth into the double digits …  ESET, a global cybersecurity company, promoted Ryan Grant to Country Manager for U.S. and Canada. Since joining ESET North America in 2021, Grant has been instrumental in transforming the company’s channel business and brand awareness with end users, most recently serving as vice president of sales and marketing … East Coast-based managd service provider CompassMSP appointed Michael Rapp as its new CEO. Rapp, previously CEO of Praecipio Consulting, succeeds Ari Santiago, who is continuing with the company as a strategic advisor. After completing its recapitalization with Agellus Capital in December 2024, Compass combined with BlackPoint IT Services and completed two subsequent acquisitions. Prior to the recapitalization, Compass grew through 11 acquisitions.

Staff writer Sarah Jordan contributed reporting to this roundup.