--- title: Latest stories from Peter Hale description: Stay up to date with the latest cybersecurity and cyber protection news, research, vulnerabilities, threats and computer attacks. canonical_url: https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/peter-hale/page/2/ locale: en last_updated: 2026-10-27 --- [Acronis Blog](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/) [Authors](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/) Peter Hale ![Image 1: Peter Hale](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/4ebd2c6ab90855a20d45286557169382.png) Peter Hale # Latest stories from Peter Hale [24 March 2021 — 4 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 2: New Acronis Cyber Protect update delivers greater flexibility and support](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/e44479aa9902652a121944102811a7bd.png) Cybersecurity guide for boards of directors: Acronis contributes to World Economic Forum report Given our role as a global leader in cyber protection, the Acronis team is often tapped for our expertise and insights. Such contributions are why Acronis is a member of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Centre for Cybersecurity – and why we were part of a working group that contributed to a new report released by the WEF that warns that cybersecurity failure is a “clear and present danger” and critical global threat. The WEF’s new Principles for Board Governance of Cyber Risk Report notes that while cybersecurity failures are a major threat, the responses from board directors have been fragmented, risks not fully understood, and collaboration between industries limited. Boards of directors need to play a more active role in protecting their organization from cyber risks. The new WEF report that we contributed to provides a solution to this fragmentation.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/cybersecurity-guide-boards-directors-acronis-contributes-world-economic-forum-report/) [08 February 2021 — 4 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 3: Acronis pros recognized as 2021 CRN Channel Chiefs](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/8d171c9d5dce1ca04801e22dc732de75.png) Acronis pros recognized as 2021 CRN Channel Chiefs As a channel-focused company, everyone at Acronis works to provide our partners with the solutions, strategies, and support they need to compete. While the service providers, resellers, and distributors we work with often praise that commitment, earning recognition from industry observers is a nice affirmation too. That’s why we’re so pleased to learn that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, just named two of our key team members – Patrick Hurley, Vice President and General Manager of Sales, Americas, and Amy Luby, Chief Channel Evangelist – to its 2021 list of Channel Chiefs.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-pros-recognized-2021-crn-channel-chiefs/) [02 February 2021 — 4 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 4: Acronis acquires CyberLynx, a leader in security audits, pen-tests, cyber forensics, and training services](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/18a373b02d45b7c3ed01a5efacfff718.png) New CyberFit Partner Program to power channel growth There’s been an unprecedented shift in how service providers and resellers are tasked with keeping their clients productive and protected. The adoption of cloud-based solutions and services was well underway before the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated that transformation. Acronis’ cloud ecosystem more than doubled since 2018. While new client demands can mean new strains for our channel partners, Acronis wants to make things easier – and more profitable – for you. That’s why we’ve unveiled the new Acronis #CyberFit Partner Program.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/new-cyberfit-partner-program-power-channel-growth/) [21 January 2021 — 2 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 5: Acronis acquires CyberLynx, a leader in security audits, pen-tests, cyber forensics, and training services](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/18a373b02d45b7c3ed01a5efacfff718.png) D&H Distributing empowers SMB-focused MSPs with Acronis Cyber Protection Solutions There’s always been a tension between the haves and the have-nots. In the business world, large enterprises often have security technologies in place that small and mid-sized organizations cannot access. But thanks to a new partnership agreement, those resellers who focus on small businesses and the managed service providers (MSPs) who handle IT for SMB clients can now provide access to the same cyber protection technologies that the world’s leading companies and professional sports teams rely on. That’s because D&H Distributing, a leading provider of SMB and consumer technologies to the North American high-tech channel, has formed a new partnership with Acronis to make our comprehensive range of cyber protection solutions available to its service provider partners through the D&H Cloud Marketplace.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/dh-distributing-empowers-smb-focused-msps-acronis-cyber-protection-solutions/) [19 January 2021 — 4 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 6: New Acronis Cyber Protect update delivers greater flexibility and support](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/e44479aa9902652a121944102811a7bd.png) New Acronis Cyber Protect update delivers greater flexibility and support The start of 2021 has made it clear that the protection challenges facing organizations continue to evolve. Existing systems now require greater protection flexibility, new operating systems add complexity and compatibility concerns, and cybercriminals are unleashing ever more sophisticated attacks.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/new-acronis-cyber-protect-update-delivers-greater-flexibility-and-support/) [23 November 2020 — 2 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 7: Integrated cybersecurity earns Acronis True Image VB100 certification](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/bd62a55daae50fdec0d6a6b238034607.png) Integrated cybersecurity earns Acronis True Image VB100 certification Virus Bulletin has released the results of its October 2020 certification tests of cybersecurity solutions and in its first time being included in the independent test, Acronis True Image 2021 delivered a near perfect performance – stopping 99.9% of the threats without interrupting legitimate programs. With more people working from home, the number of cyberattacks has grown exponentially – and today’s malware continues to target backups to prevent a safe recovery. Knowing that you can trust your cyber protection solution to stop the latest cyberthreats is critical. By earning VB100 certification, Acronis True Image proves that individuals, prosumers, and home office users can rest easy knowing that their device data and backups are protected against even the newest cyberthreats.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/integrated-cybersecurity-earns-acronis-true-image-vb100-certification/) [20 November 2020 — 3 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 8: Acronis acquires CyberLynx, a leader in security audits, pen-tests, cyber forensics, and training services](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/18a373b02d45b7c3ed01a5efacfff718.png) Acronis acquires CyberLynx, a leader in security audits, pen-tests, cyber forensics, and training services In our mission to deliver strategies, services, and solutions that provide comprehensive cyber protection, Acronis has been actively looking to develop new data protection and cybersecurity capabilities. Some of these are developed by our team, while others are gained through strategic acquisitions. Today, we’ve added a powerful set of new services and technical expertise by acquiring CyberLynx, a leading cybersecurity consultancy that provides proprietary training, IT security audits, penetration testing, and post-event cyber forensic services.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-acquires-cyberlynx-leader-security-audits-pen-tests-cyber-forensics-and-training/) [21 October 2020 — 7 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 9: Selling cyber protection: Embracing the opportunity at #AcronisCyberSummit](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/f62a350b7e35dfe1e3dd057a635af90b.png) Roadmap to the post-pandemic IT landscape: Previewing the last day of #AcronisCyberSummit 2020 The insights and action items of the Acronis Global Cyber Summit 2020 roll on. After a great day of training and certification sessions on Monday and a phenomenal kickoff yesterday, we’ll continue the inspirational and informative program today, the last day of this year’s Summit. There is a lot of programming to choose from. Here’s a quick look at some of today’s highlights.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/roadmap-post-pandemic-it-landscape-previewing-last-day-acroniscybersummit-2020/) [20 October 2020 — 5 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 10: Cyber protection thought leaders eager for Acronis Global Cyber Summit 2020](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/30ed349a67c19cf8c26685d868f90f47.png) Meet the 2020 winners of the Acronis #CyberFit Partners Awards The Acronis community really is something special, as anyone who is attending the Acronis Global Cyber Summit this week can attest. And while we love sharing useful information, practical strategies, and great solutions, we also know our success is based on the success of our partners. So for the second year, we’re recognizing the top distributors, service providers, value-added resellers, ISVs, and OEM companies from around the world for their excellence and outstanding work in spreading the message of cyber protection.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/meet-2020-winners-acronis-cyberfit-partners-awards/) [24 September 2020 — 3 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 11: Enhancing IT productivity: The secret to fast-tracking MSP success](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/701297a7531d17743bf6f7c5f50e97c8.png) Enhancing IT productivity: The secret to fast-tracking MSP success Even when world-class systems are in place and teams are communicating and working toward the same goal, mistakes can happen. In 2019, the Starliner spacecraft missed its rendezvous with the International Space Station (ISS), despite having teams and technologies from NASA, SpaceX, and Boeing working together in an environment of cooperation and openness – and Boeing having spent $1.5 billion to get it right. Complexity can cause serious issues. That’s true for space exploration and the efficient use of software. So if things can go bad for teams working together, imagine the costly miscommunications that can happen in an environment that’s developed not by partners but by competitors. Unfortunately, that’s the kind of environment most MSPs rely on today since they’ve built their services on solutions that communicate (often poorly) via APIs.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/enhancing-it-productivity-secret-fast-tracking-msp-success/) [24 September 2020 — 5 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 12: Selling cyber protection: Embracing the opportunity at #AcronisCyberSummit](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/f62a350b7e35dfe1e3dd057a635af90b.png) Selling cyber protection: Embracing the opportunity at #AcronisCyberSummit The need for organizations to modernize their data protection and cybersecurity has become clear, which is why 72% of global organizations have seen their IT costs ramp up. There is a tremendous business opportunity in getting organizations #CyberFit – but how can those with the technical skills take advantage of it if they are not a natural marketer or salesperson. A new track of sessions at the Acronis Global Cyber Summit 2020 will deliver the help they need to crack the code of that opportunity – enabling them to sell cyber protection so they can grow and strengthen their business.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/selling-cyber-protection-embracing-opportunity-acroniscybersummit/) [04 September 2020 — 4 min read Acronis Blog ![Image 13: Cyber protection thought leaders eager for Acronis Global Cyber Summit 2020](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/30ed349a67c19cf8c26685d868f90f47.png) Cyber protection thought leaders eager for Acronis Global Cyber Summit 2020 We’re less than 50 days away from the Acronis Global Cyber Summit 2020, which is happening from October 19 to 21, and the lineup of tech leaders, cybersecurity experts, and IT channel veterans who are set to share their expertise is getting pretty long – and impressive. As the world's largest gathering of thought leaders and industry experts focused on cyber protection, this year’s Summit is expected to draw an even larger crowd from around the world since it’s being offered as a free virtual event. With recognized IT channel, cybersecurity, and integration experts from around the world, attendees will take away valuable tools and frameworks, peer learnings, and valuable insights for protecting data, systems, and applications.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/cyber-protection-thought-leaders-eager-acronis-global-cyber-summit-2020/) [1](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/peter-hale/page/1/) [2](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/peter-hale/page/2/) [3](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/peter-hale/page/3/) [4](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/peter-hale/page/4/) [5](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/peter-hale/page/5/) [6](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/peter-hale/page/6/)