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F-Secure partners with Orange to protect consumers from advanced cyber threats and online scams

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F-Secure and Orange unite to deliver advanced cyber security solutions to consumers across Europe, keeping millions of digital users safe from cyber threats and scams.

HELSINKI, April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Global consumer cyber security leader F-Secure is delighted to unveil its strategic partnership with Orange, one of the world’s leading telecommunications operators. This announcement highlights F-Secure’s position as partner of choice for the provision of advanced cyber security solutions and Orange’s commitment to protect its customers from an ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats. 

Orange is spearheading safer internet experiences for consumers, drawing on the unique expertise of Orange Cyberdefense, the leading provider of cyber security services in Europe, to develop innovative in-house solutions. With over 30 years of experience in the field of information security, a community of more than 3,100 multidisciplinary experts, and 36 detection centers located around the world, Orange Cyberdefense is the cyber trusted partner of 50,000 business customers worldwide. It supports large companies, SMEs, and individuals in facing cyber security challenges and innovates to address an ever-evolving threat. By incorporating F-Secure’s advanced cyber security solutions and Orange Cyberdefense’s cutting-edge expertise, Orange underscores its dedication to providing unparalleled and accessible cyber security and device protection to its customers. 
 
Building upon the initial announcement of the agreement on April 1st, this partnership means Orange will include F-Secure’s Total solution in its value proposition to provide to its millions of subscribers across Europe. The services developed by Orange Cyberdefense will be enriched with technical features such as:   

Device Security Scam ProtectionPrivacy ProtectionIdentity Monitoringand Parental Controls 

This ensures users are safeguarded against the evolving landscape of cyber threats in a seamless and intuitive way.  

Setting the standard for consumer protection in telecommunications 

“This partnership with F-Secure means we will be making the highest level of security accessible to customers in Europe,” said Mari-Noëlle Jégo-Laveissière, Executive Vice President and CEO of Orange Europe. “Not only is F-Secure truly a partner-first company, but their state-of-the-art threat protection, combined with Orange Cyberdefense’s threat intelligence and Orange’s innovation expertise, will ensure that Orange customers across Europe can navigate the digital landscape with confidence, security, and peace of mind. This is another demonstration of our commitment to a safer and more responsible world, as targeted in our Lead the Future strategic plan.”  

Hugues Foulon, Executive Vice President and CEO of Orange Cyberdefense, commented: “Orange Cyberdefense combines an intelligence-led managed services approach with best-of-breed technologies, experts, and processes to help customers stay ahead of threats. The partnership with F-Secure, a European-based technology provider, will allow to extend to Orange European countries a holistic protection, with the expertise and the simplicity of F-Secure end users’ features. I’m delighted to be expanding our mission of building a safer digital society in more countries across Europe.” 

“Securing significant strategic partnerships is a cornerstone of F-Secure’s ongoing mission to make every digital moment more secure for everyone, as well as our growth strategy.” said Timo Laaksonen, President and CEO at F-Secure. “Our partnership with Orange is one that we are immensely proud of and will be crucial in ensuring more consumers globally are protected against scams and other cyber threats. Together, we are pushing the boundaries of consumer protection to the next level.” 

Collaborating on the fight against consumer scam threats 

Having led the consumer cyber security industry for more than 35 years, F-Secure has always been at the forefront of creating highly innovative and relevant protection technologies as the consumer threat landscape has evolved. This means F-Secure’s technology is widely sought after by the world’s leading service providers in telecommunications and beyond. F-Secure’s newest scam protection capabilities block digital threats around-the-clock for their customers, with collected data showing: 

-500,000 per day – detections and blocks of malware 
-700,000 per day – AI-driven detections and blocks of suspicious activity 
-1,000,000 per day – banking transitions protected (with 5,000+ Remote Access Tool Attacks blocked daily) 
-8,000,000 per day – Breached personal records detected 

These industry-leading features, along with a dedicated Scam Protection Engineering Team, are propelling F-Secure to be the number one provider of scam protection in the world, as well as the preferred partner for service providers looking to protect their customers. Partnering with a leading security-first, telecommunications giant such as Orange enables better scam defenses for millions of consumers. To learn more about F-Secure and its innovative cyber security portfolio for service providers, visit f-secure.com/partners 

About F-Secure 

F-Secure makes every digital moment more secure, for everyone. We deliver brilliantly simple, frictionless security experiences that make life easier for the tens of millions of people we protect and for our more than 200 service provider partners. For over 35 years, we’ve led the cyber security industry, inspired by a pioneering spirit born out of a shared commitment to do better by working together. 

PRESS CONTACTS: 

Sari Somerkallio
Chief Financial Officer 
investor.relations@f-secure.com 

Meghan Sawyer
Public Relations & Social Media Manager, North America
Meghan.Sawyer@f-secure.com

Joel Latto 
Public Relations & Social Media Manager, EMEA 
Joel.Latto@f-secure.com

Nicole Clarke
Orange
Nicole.clarke@orange.com

Emmanuel Gauthier
Orange
emmanuel2.gauthier@orange.com

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ST Engineering iDirect and MBSat Partner to Build Next-Generation Sovereign Connectivity Services Across Oman and the Middle East

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Intuition ground system selected to support MBSat’s planned 2027 service launch, enabling accelerated deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable service growth

HERNDON, Va., Oct. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ST Engineering iDirect today announced a strategic partnership with Mohammed Al Barwani Satellite Company (MBSat), part of Mohammed Al Barwani Group, to provide the ground system technology foundation for MBSat’s next-generation satellite gateway and network operations across Oman and the wider Middle East region. Intuition will provide a flexible, software-defined foundation to support sovereign connectivity services, enabling efficient service deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable network operations.

Intuition will deliver a turnkey ground segment solution that accelerates deployment, simplifies operations and gives MBSat the flexibility to scale services as demand grows. The software-defined platform enables dynamic resource management, service automation and seamless integration with existing and future operational systems. The solution also includes Ka-band gateway infrastructure, service provisioning and management capabilities, open API integration frameworks, training and full-lifecycle support. Together, these capabilities will help MBSat launch and operate services efficiently while adapting to evolving market requirements.

The network will leverage capacity from MB Sat-1, a sovereign MicroGEO satellite, with planned service launch in 2027, to support flexible, scalable connectivity services across the region.

The partnership reflects growing investment in sovereign communications infrastructure across the Middle East as operators seek greater control over service delivery, network expansion and long-term technology evolution.

“This partnership represents an important milestone in our efforts to build an advanced satellite communications platform in Oman and the region,” said Ammar Al Rawahi, General Manager, MBSat. “Through our collaboration with ST Engineering iDirect, we are establishing the technical infrastructure required to launch services efficiently, respond to evolving customer needs and expand into new markets, supporting the sustainable long-term growth of our business.”

“We are providing MBSat with a flexible, software-defined ground platform that integrates with its existing operational environment,” said Sridhar Kuppanna, Chief Executive Officer, ST Engineering iDirect. “This enables more efficient service deployment and operations today, with the flexibility to scale, introduce new capabilities and evolve as requirements change.”

About ST Engineering iDirect

ST Engineering iDirect, a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is a global leader in satellite communications, providing technology and solutions that enable its customers to expand their business, differentiate their services and optimize their networks. Through its portfolio of ground infrastructure, intelligent networking and advanced satellite communications solutions, the company supports operators, service providers, governments and enterprises worldwide.

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ST Engineering iDirect and MBSat Partner to Build Next-Generation Sovereign Connectivity Services Across Oman and the Middle East

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Intuition ground system selected to support MBSat’s planned 2027 service launch, enabling accelerated deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable service growth

HERNDON, Va., Oct. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ST Engineering iDirect today announced a strategic partnership with Mohammed Al Barwani Satellite Company (MBSat), part of Mohammed Al Barwani Group, to provide the ground system technology foundation for MBSat’s next-generation satellite gateway and network operations across Oman and the wider Middle East region. Intuition will provide a flexible, software-defined foundation to support sovereign connectivity services, enabling efficient service deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable network operations.

Intuition will deliver a turnkey ground segment solution that accelerates deployment, simplifies operations and gives MBSat the flexibility to scale services as demand grows. The software-defined platform enables dynamic resource management, service automation and seamless integration with existing and future operational systems. The solution also includes Ka-band gateway infrastructure, service provisioning and management capabilities, open API integration frameworks, training and full-lifecycle support. Together, these capabilities will help MBSat launch and operate services efficiently while adapting to evolving market requirements.

The network will leverage capacity from MB Sat-1, a sovereign MicroGEO satellite, with planned service launch in 2027, to support flexible, scalable connectivity services across the region.

The partnership reflects growing investment in sovereign communications infrastructure across the Middle East as operators seek greater control over service delivery, network expansion and long-term technology evolution.

“This partnership represents an important milestone in our efforts to build an advanced satellite communications platform in Oman and the region,” said Ammar Al Rawahi, General Manager, MBSat. “Through our collaboration with ST Engineering iDirect, we are establishing the technical infrastructure required to launch services efficiently, respond to evolving customer needs and expand into new markets, supporting the sustainable long-term growth of our business.”

“We are providing MBSat with a flexible, software-defined ground platform that integrates with its existing operational environment,” said Sridhar Kuppanna, Chief Executive Officer, ST Engineering iDirect. “This enables more efficient service deployment and operations today, with the flexibility to scale, introduce new capabilities and evolve as requirements change.”

About ST Engineering iDirect

ST Engineering iDirect, a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is a global leader in satellite communications, providing technology and solutions that enable its customers to expand their business, differentiate their services and optimize their networks. Through its portfolio of ground infrastructure, intelligent networking and advanced satellite communications solutions, the company supports operators, service providers, governments and enterprises worldwide.

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Global Security & Technology Summit Unveils Month-Long Program of Activities Ahead of December Event

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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Organizing Committee of the Global Security & Technology Summit (GSTS) held an introductory session today at the Ministry of Interior’s headquarters in Riyadh, bringing together representatives from the government, private, and nonprofit sectors to introduce the program of activities leading up to the summit. The upcoming summit will be held in Riyadh under the patronage of HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, under the supervision of HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Minister of Interior, and organized by the Ministry of Interior in cooperation with Tuwaiq Academy.

During the session, the Organizing Committee presented the comprehensive GSTS program, comprising three key components: GSTS Month, running from November 1 to 30, 2026; the Global Security & Innovation Fair (SAIF), taking place from November 24 to 26, 2026; and the main Summit, scheduled for December 18 to 20, 2026, in Riyadh. Together, these events form an integrated program designed to advance security and technology innovation, strengthen national capabilities, and foster international cooperation.

GSTS Month will feature working groups, boot camps, training programs, knowledge-sharing sessions, and technical workshops across Saudi Arabia’s 13 administrative regions, delivered both in person and remotely in collaboration with specialized entities. The month-long program aims to develop national capabilities, identify emerging talent, enrich knowledge-sharing opportunities, and equip professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to develop innovative solutions to future security and technology challenges.

The main Summit will bring together global leaders, decision-makers, experts, and innovators to explore the future of security and technology, promote the integration of advanced technologies within the security sector, strengthen national capabilities, support innovation, and foster international cooperation, further positioning the Kingdom as a global hub for security and technology.

Showcasing the latest technological breakthroughs and security solutions, the summit will bring together government entities, private sector organizations, academic institutions, and research centers to facilitate knowledge exchange and collaboration across key fields, including cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), smart security solutions, emerging technologies, and crisis management. The program will also feature main sessions, specialized discussions, and interactive exhibitions. Registration is available at gsts.sa.

Advisor to HRH the Minister of Interior and Chairman of the GSTS Organizing Committee, Ahmed Altowayan, stated that the summit builds on Saudi Arabia’s efforts to establish an advanced security and technology ecosystem focused on knowledge and innovation, keeping pace with rapid developments and future challenges.

Mr. Altowayan noted that the summit is a global platform for strengthening cooperation and exchanging expertise, anticipating future developments in security and technology, and developing strategic partnerships and innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and readiness of security systems.

Vice Chairman of the GSTS Organizing Committee, Eng. Abdulaziz Alhammadi, said that the summit will offer a range of integrated programs and activities focused on enhancing national skills, encouraging innovation, and supporting international cooperation.

He added that GSTS Month will help build national capabilities, discover talent, and develop skills, with SAIF providing a platform for innovators and researchers from around the world to showcase leading technological solutions, while the main Summit will bring together leaders and experts to discuss the future of security and technology and explore new strategic partnership opportunities.

SAIF will take place at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center, bringing together innovators, researchers, technology talents, and industry experts from around the world to showcase promising innovations and projects across 14 fields of technology and innovation. The fair will provide opportunities to engage with project owners, including students, graduates, and entrepreneurs, and explore the different stages of innovation development through interactive zones, panel discussions on emerging security and innovation trends, and knowledge-sharing workshops led by specialists. Visitor registration is open to participants from within and outside the Kingdom through saifair.sa.

The introductory session also featured contributions from representatives of government, private, and nonprofit sector entities, alongside members of the media. Discussions focused on developing national capabilities in security and technology, strengthening students’ technical expertise, translating scientific research into practical solutions, and supporting Saudi companies in developing security and technology solutions and advancing digital transformation.

Organized by the Ministry of Interior in cooperation with Tuwaiq Academy, GSTS is produced by Tahaluf, with the Ministry of Education serving as Strategic Scientific Partner, Tahakom as Founding Partner, and Elm as Principal Partner.

Registration for participants from within and outside the Kingdom is available at gsts.sa.

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