Update, Feb. 8, 2024: I’m pleased to announce that Okta has completed the acquisition of Spera Security,  an identity security platform, to broaden our Identity threat detection and security posture management capabilities. We aim to make the product generally available in Spring 2024. Welcome Spera Security to Okta! Excited to see what…

We are honored to share that Okta is recognized by Gartner® as a Leader in their 2023 Magic Quadrant™ and are proud of our longstanding Leadership in this report. Okta has been a Leader in this report every year since the first Access Management Magic Quadrant™ was published in 2017.  Why we’re a leader again Okta's vision is to free everyone to…

After 11 years of Oktane, I’m still left awed and inspired by the global community of Identity experts who come together to discuss the opportunities ahead for the industry and learn what’s next for Okta. But this year was different.  The past several months have been one of the most consequential times in the industry I’ve ever witnessed. After…

The newly updated NIS2 Directive marks a significant turning point in Europe’s fight against cybercrime. When organisations adhere to these regulations, they can reduce the risk of data leaks, safeguard sensitive information, and ensure the security of critical IT systems. Failure to comply, however, can lead to devastating financial penalties…

The countdown to comply with the new Network and Information Systems (NIS2) Directive is well underway. At present, organisations in EU Member States have until 17 October 2024 to implement the relevant changes to their security systems and strategies. Failure to meet the requirements after this date could lead to fines of up to €10 million or 2%…

At the end of 2022, the European Parliament approved two new legislations: the second version of its Network and Information Systems Directive (NIS2) and the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). As of 18th October, 2024, EU Member States are required to adopt NIS2 measures, while DORA will be enforced on 17th January, 2025. Both of these…