In the News
Take a look at the latest mentions of Proofpoint MSP Platform in the media. See what our company leadership and security experts have to say about the cybersecurity industry; the best ways to keep your users and date safe, secure and up-to-date; and company and product updates – as reported in a variety of publications.
The Cybersecurity Basics Businesses Keep Missing
30 Sep 2026
In an episode of the Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations podcast series, Andy Syrewicze, Principal Security Advocate (MSP) at Proofpoint MSP Platform, discusses how AI is making targeted phishing attacks more targeted and more convincing. He also highlights the importance of cybersecurity fundamentals, including MFA, permissions management, and continuously reviewing security configurations as threats evolve.
Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations
Interview with Chris Moores at Proofpoint Protect 2026
25 Sep 2026
In an interview with E-ChannelNews at Proofpoint Protect 2026, Chris Moores, Head of Presales (US) at Proofpoint MSP Platform, highlights the importance of managing permissions when adopting tools such as MS Copilot to reduce data exposure risks in Microsoft 365 environments.
E-ChannelNews
Proofpoint MSP Platform Helps MSPs Secure Microsoft 365
23 Sep 2026
As the guest of an IT Business Podcast episode, Andy Syrewicze, Principal Security Advocate (MSP) at Proofpoint MSP Platform, discusses the challenges MSPs face when securing Microsoft 365 environments across multiple customers. He highlights the importance of layered security, effective permissions management, and standardized security practices, while exploring how Proofpoint 365 Total Protection helps MSPs simplify customer protection.
Uncle Marv’s IT Business Podcast
Secure AI Adoption Starts with Governance, Not Hype
9 Sep 2026
As AI becomes more embedded in everyday business operations, MSPs have an increasingly important role in helping customers adopt it securely. Andy Syrewicze, Principal Security Advocate (MSP) at Proofpoint MSP Platform, highlights the importance of visibility, least-privilege access, security awareness, and clear AI governance.
The Cloud Awards
The Rising Email Threats MSPs Need to Know About
7 Sep 2026
Daniel Blank, SVP Global Sales MSP at Proofpoint MSP Platform, highlights three evolving email threats that MSPs need to address: AI-powered phishing, MFA bypass attacks, and malicious QR codes. He explains how MSPs can help customers mitigate these risks through ongoing security awareness training, trusted email security solutions, and protection capable of detecting malicious QR codes.
Channel Pro Network
People Are the Attack Surface, AI Is the Accelerant
4 Aug 2026
In a ChannelCon discussion, Randy Johnson, Director of Distribution and Alliances at Proofpoint MSP Platform, explores how AI is reshaping cybersecurity for MSPs. He also highlights the importance of platform consolidation and reducing tool sprawl to help MSPs strengthen customer protection.
Global Technology Industry Association (GTIA)
The Channel Opportunity Nobody Talks About
7 Jul 2026
Partnerships Unraveled talked with Jason Henry, Vice President of MSP Platform Sales for the Americas at Proofpoint MSP Platform. One of the topics discussed was how AI is reshaping the role of MSPs, enabling them to move beyond IT support and become strategic business advisors.
Partnerships Unraveled
Proofpoint Enters SMB Channel with Unified Multi-Tenant MSP Platform
29 Jun 2026
E-ChannelNews highlighted how Proofpoint is helping MSPs simplify security management following its acquisition of Hornetsecurity by Proofpoint. Daniel Blank, Senior Vice President of Global MSP Sales at Proofpoint, explains how Proofpoint MSP Platform business unit’s unified platform brings together email security, governance, backup, and security awareness into a single interface, helping MSPs streamline service delivery for their customers.
E-ChannelNews
Proofpoint gives MSPs AI governance playbook for SMB clients
9 Jun 2026
One of the US publications to cover the launch of Proofpoint MSP Platform’s new MSP playbook was Tech Informed. They highlight how the guide helps MSPs address AI adoption, cybersecurity, and compliance challenges. Daniel Blank, Senior Vice President of Global MSP Sales, notes that businesses are increasingly seeking guidance on AI governance, usage policies, and risk management.
Tech Informed
Channel Brief: The MSP Tool Stack is Eating Margins
5 Jun 2026
ChannelE2E referenced Proofpoint MSP Platform’s MSP Playbook for Working Smarter, Not Harder, highlighting how MSPs can simplify operations by consolidating technology stacks. The playbook explores practical ways to improve efficiency as security demands and AI adoption continue to evolve.
ChannelE2E
Proofpoint Ramping Up Big MSP Growth Push in North America: Exec
3 Jun 2026
In an exclusive interview with Daniel Blank, Senior Vice President of Global MSP Sales at Proofpoint, CRN examined on Proofpoint’s growing investment in the MSP market following its acquisition of Hornetsecurity by Proofpoint.
CRN
Proofpoint Expands Channel Strategy with AI-Native Security Platform for MSPs and SMBs
21 May 2026
In an interview at the Channel Partners Conference and Expo 2026, Jason Henry, Vice President of MSP Platform Sales for the Americas at Proofpoint MSP Platform, discusses the company’s growing investment in the MSP market following Proofpoint’s recent acquisition of Hornetsecurity. He highlights the business unit’s channel program and AI-powered security platform designed to support MSPs and SMBs.
Channel Partners
The SharePoint Iceberg: Why AI is Bringing Decades of Bad Governance Home to Roost
13 Apr 2026
AI tools like Microsoft Copilot are exposing years of poor SharePoint governance and outdated permissions, increasing the risk of sensitive data exposure. Andy Syrewicze, Technical Evangelist at Proofpoint MSP Platform, highlights the need for stricter zero-trust and least-privilege access controls to reduce these risks.
Techstrong TV
2025 Saw the First Increase in Ransomware Attacks in Years – Is Your Business Prepared?
21 Mar 2026
The growth in ransomware attacks in 2025 highlights increasing sophistication and detection challenges, as noted by Dr. Yvonne Bernard, CTO at Proofpoint MSP Platform. She emphasises the importance of strengthening resilience through a layered security approach, combining employee awareness with proactive defence strategies to better protect against evolving ransomware threats.
Cyber Defense Magazine
Multi-tenant Isn’t Enough: Why MSPs Need Automation in Email Security
3 Mar 2026
In an article on MSPs and email security, Proofpoint’s acquisition of Hornetsecurity is highlighted as a major strategic shift toward the MSP market, with the integration of the two platforms expected to bring significant benefits to partners and customers.
Channel Pro Network
Navigating The Era of Agentic AI And Identity Management In 2026
21 Jan 2026
Andy Syrewicze, Security Evangelist at Proofpoint MSP Platform, explains how the rise of agentic AI is reshaping identity management in 2026 with emerging new risks as these autonomous agents become more integrated into corporate environments. This requires organizations to shift from reactive patching to proactive cyber resilience.
Cybersecurity Insiders
How Email Authentication Protects Brands from Phishing
20 Jan 2026
In a podcast episode with TechEdgeAI, Andy Syrewicze, Security Evangelist at Proofpoint MSP Platform, explains why DMARC, SPF, and DKIM are essential to protect organizations from phishing, spoofing, and email fraud. He also highlights common DMARC mistakes to avoid, with a special focus on how this can help marketers.
Techedge AI
5 Industry Experts Reveal What’s Coming In 2026 With These Video Predictions
6 Jan 2026
Andy Syrewicze, Security Evangelist at Proofpoint MSP Platform, was one of the industry experts interviewed by VMBlog about 2026 cybersecurity predictions. He suggests that phishing-resistant MFA methods might become mandatory along with other tools such as passkeys.
VMBlog