Why Cyber Expo & Conference Ireland 2026 Should Be in Your Calendar

Ireland’s largest cybersecurity gathering is back for its ninth year. Renaissance, Ireland’s leading IT security distributor, is delighted to announce the return of Cyber Expo & Conference Ireland, and we can now confirm the full conference programme.  Whether you’re an MSP looking to expand your security portfolio, an IT professional navigating compliance demands, or a business leader […]

Lookout on Agentic AI: Why Irish Organisations Need to Prepare Now

Lookout, the mobile security specialists, have been thinking deeply about where AI is heading – and what it means for cybersecurity. Their recent blog, Ethical and Regulatory Implications of Agentic AI: Balancing Innovation and Safety  explores the next frontier of artificial intelligence and raises important questions for any organisation relying on AI tools today.  The core message? […]

Retail Cybersecurity: The Dangerous Confidence Gap

New research from LevelBlue reveals a troubling disconnect in retail cybersecurity. While 49% of retail executives claim they’re highly competent at defending against cyber adversaries, only 25% say they’re actually ready for AI-powered threats and just 33% feel prepared for deepfake attacks.  This confidence gap is dangerous. Organisations that believe they’re adequately protected may delay essential security investments or overlook emerging threats until it’s too late.  […]

When Prevention Isn’t Enough: Why Containment Is Becoming a Regulatory Requirement

It can be tempting to rely solely on security infrastructure such as firewalls, endpoint protection solutions, and other core cybersecurity technologies for protection. However, this approach carries significant risk. Regulators across Europe now expect organisations not only to prevent breaches but also to respond swiftly, contain damage, and promptly report incidents. As a result, the […]

Proactive Hardening with Bitdefender PHASR

Cybercriminals don’t always need sophisticated custom malware to infiltrate your clients’ networks. Increasingly, they are using legitimate system administration tools that are already present on every Windows, Linux, and macOS machine. These “Living Off the Land” (LOTL) attacks are notoriously hard to detect because attackers blend in with regular system activity by using trusted, digitally […]

Stop the Blame Game: Why Business Leaders Need a Layered Approach to Cyber Security

Every week, there’s a new headline about a cyber-attack. Often, the blame lands squarely on one product or vendor: a firewall didn’t stop the breach, or a vulnerability (CVE) was discovered in a popular tool. But this “blame game” misses the real issue. Cyber threats aren’t caused by one failing product. They’re the result of […]

Beyond Passwords: How Digital Rights Management is Redefining Document Security

Many organisations are grappling with the reality that traditional document security struggles to keep up with evolving cyber threats. While passwords and basic access controls once offered adequate protection, today’s advanced attack methods, coupled with an increasing number of data breaches, show that traditional methods of document security are no longer enough. Particularly in sectors […]

Unlocking Growth for Irish MSPs & Resellers: Delivering Zero Trust with cyberelements

Irish IT resellers and MSPs face mounting pressure to meet surging demand for cybersecurity solutions. From defending against advanced supply chain attacks to complying with NIS 2 and other EU regulations, the challenges are intensifying. Traditional security solutions often fall short, unable to provide robust protection while maintaining the agility modern deployments require. Enter cyberelements: […]

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Strengthening Your Business Against Cyber Threats

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month (CAM), and it presents a valuable opportunity for MSPs to engage with their clients on critical security topics. At Renaissance, we support our MSP partners with the tools and resources needed to deliver comprehensive security awareness programmes that protect your clients and strengthen your service offerings. Through our partnership with […]