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# Acronis Blog

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[![Image 1: stc Bahrain and Acronis partner to bring advanced endpoint security to businesses in Bahrain](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/9600f3eea83b8f4e168ea6c1409c8c26.png) 26 October 2026 — 3 min read stc Bahrain and Acronis partner to bring advanced endpoint security to businesses in Bahrain We are proud to announce a strategic partnership with stc Bahrain, expanding access to advanced cybersecurity services for businesses across Bahrain.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/stc-bahrain-and-acronis-partner-to-bring-endpoint-security-to-businesses/)

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[IT channel insights](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/categories/it-channel-insights/ "IT channel insights")  
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[22 October 2026 — 3 min read ![Image 2: Critical php2shell vulnerabilities: What you need to know](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/4583b18850c821d2fee297544f71803f.png) Critical php2shell vulnerabilities: What you need to know Learn what the critical php2shell vulnerabilities mean, how Acronis is responding and the steps to patch PHP servers and check for compromise.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/critical-php2shell-vulnerabilities-what-you-need-to-know/)

[21 October 2026 — 3 min read ![Image 3: Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud is now Acronis Cyber Platform](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/1e0e5c2a4d7ac8dcb164b4b2a9706b82.png) Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud is now Acronis Cyber Platform Service providers have known Cyber Platform as Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud, whereas corporate customers have known Cyber Platform as Acronis Cyber Protect. To simplify partner, customer and user experience, Acronis offerings for both service providers and end-customers are renamed to Acronis Cyber Platform.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-cyber-protect-cloud-is-now-acronis-cyber-platform/)

[13 October 2026 — 6 min read ![Image 4: Acronis expands MDR toward broader workspace protection](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/18e90e89f5ec4ef0901f19008d4ccbf2.png) Acronis expands MDR toward broader workspace protection Acronis is expanding the MDR service with capabilities that make this expertise easier to deliver and help partners address more risks. The developments build on a broader commitment to managed security: helping service providers protect the connected workspace while giving customers access to the expertise needed to investigate threats, respond effectively and maintain business continuity.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-expands-mdr-toward-broader-workspace-protection/)

[10 June 2026 — 5 min read ![Image 5: Why MSPs should manage security awareness training like any other security control](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/c2a97def6823ea859c5fbb1d98216f07.png) Why MSPs should manage security awareness training like any other security control AI phishing, BEC and social engineering have made user behavior part of the attack path. Acronis Security Awareness Training helps MSPs reduce human risk at scale.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/why-msps-should-manage-security-awareness-training-like-any-other-security-control/)

[08 May 2026 — 3 min read ![Image 6: Backup Exec end of life is your opportunity to modernize, not just replace](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/8ff6c2a5dce033300d26ed874bcea664.png) Backup Exec end of life is your opportunity to modernize, not just replace You’ve probably heard by now that Veritas has moved Backup Exec to end of life. Veritas stopped selling the product on March 31, 2026, and will stop supporting it in April 2029. For midmarket organizations that rely on Backup Exec, replacing the product presents a challenge — but also a big opportunity worth seizing today.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/backup-exec-end-of-life-is-your-opportunity-to-modernize-not-just-replace/)

[16 August 2026 — 12 min read ![Image 7: Best patch management software and tools for 2026](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/06a6bdc250bcc923732ddc9c595ede2d.png) Best patch management software and tools for 2026 Looking for the best patch management software? Read our 2026 guide comparing the top automated patching tools for Windows, macOS, and Linux for MSPs and enterprises.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/best-patch-management-software-and-tools-2026/)

[16 July 2026 — 4 min read ![Image 8: How Barrow AFC modernised matchday IT with commited and Acronis](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/800d83997d7ce5e9aab0800ab42eb179.png) How Barrow AFC modernised matchday IT with commited and Acronis At Barrow AFC, a club with deep roots in English football and a growing commercial operation, outdated and fragmented IT systems were beginning to hold the organisation back. That changed when the club partnered with managed service provider (MSP) commited and adopted Acronis cyber protection solutions.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/how-barrow-afc-modernised-matchday-it-with-commited-and-acronis/)

[04 May 2026 — 3 min read ![Image 9: Acronis celebrates honorees recognized on the 2026 CRN Women of the Channel list](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/db0a0ba474b33ba35c55ea9b5f62a3aa.png) Acronis celebrates honorees recognized on the 2026 CRN Women of the Channel list Two standout Acronis professionals, Fernanda Silva and Giselle Baldo, earned a place on the 2026 CRN Women of the Channel list. The annual recognition from CRN, a brand of The Channel Company, highlights women across the IT ecosystem who are driving innovation, enabling partner success and making a measurable impact on the channel.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-celebrates-honorees-recognized-on-the-2026-crn-women-of-the-channel-list/)

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[05 May 2026 MSP cyber protection news, May 5, 2026](https://www.acronis.com/en/tru/posts/msp-cybersecurity-news-digest-may-5-2026/)

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[20 April 2026 MSP cyber protection news, April 20, 2026](https://www.acronis.com/en/tru/posts/msp-cybersecurity-news-digest-april-20-2026/)

[16 March 2026 MSP cybersecurity news digest, March 16, 2026](https://www.acronis.com/en/tru/posts/msp-cybersecurity-news-digest-march-16-2026/)

### Latest stories

[29 January 2026 — 3 min read ![Image 10: Come celebrate the opening of our new computer classroom in rural Mexico — CRS project](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/b1647eb3f9b83dc237e29fc2e475b3d3.png) Come celebrate the opening of our new computer classroom in rural Mexico — CRS project On February 17, 2026, the Acronis Cyber Foundation Program will proudly mark a new milestone in its long-term commitment to digital inclusion: the opening of a brand-new computer classroom at Escuela Rural Productiva in Tepetzintan, Puebla, Mexico. We invite our partners to attend the opening ceremony and witness the impact firsthand.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/come-celebrate-the-opening-of-our-new-computer-classroom-in-rural-mexico-crs-project/)

[27 January 2026 — 3 min read ![Image 11: Combatting MSP tool sprawl with a unified approach to delivering cyber resilience](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/28e23066c729480fb65b34aa32c20998.png) Combatting MSP tool sprawl with a unified approach to delivering cyber resilience Tool sprawl is costing you more than you realize in margin, efficiency and security exposure. When you unify data protection, cybersecurity and endpoint management in one cyber protection platform, you reduce sprawl, complexity and costs, and deliver true cyber resilience to your clients.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/combatting-msp-tool-sprawl-with-a-unified-approach-to-delivering-cyber-resilience/)

[22 January 2026 — 2 min read ![Image 12: Understand the difference: Disaster recovery vs. DRaaS (and why it matters)](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/e14223ec0901ada3eec5baa8ad383162.png) Understand the difference: Disaster recovery vs. DRaaS (and why it matters) Understanding the difference between DR and DRaaS is just the beginning. When a cyberattack or natural disaster strikes, the challenge isn’t just restoring data quickly — it’s resuming business operations just as fast. That’s where the distinction between disaster recovery (DR) and disaster recovery as a service (DRaaS) becomes critical for businesses.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/understand-the-difference-disaster-recovery-vs-draas-and-why-it-matters/)

[22 January 2026 — 3 min read ![Image 13: Cyber resilience vs cyber protection: What is the difference?](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/86bcb2fc18f12f91a55766424599e32c.png) Cyber resilience vs cyber protection: What is the difference? While these terms are often misunderstood or considered interchangeable, they actually represent two different cybersecurity concepts.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/cyber-resilience-vs-cyber-protection/)

[21 January 2026 — 10 min read ![Image 14: How to scan for malware?](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/d7369abadbb9827f721d6c9ca26ce15f.png) How to scan for malware? Learn how to scan for malware step by step with this comprehensive guide to keep your devices protected. Get the best antimalware from Acronis True Image.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/how-to-scan-for-malware/)

[21 January 2026 — 6 min read ![Image 15: What is the best laptop backup software available in the cybersecurity market today?](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/81f5ac7408500db59d0b3ca6c28acc28.png) What is the best laptop backup software available in the cybersecurity market today? Explore the top laptop backup solutions and find the perfect software for your needs and requirements with this expert guide from Acronis.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/what-is-the-best-laptop-backup-software/)

[21 January 2026 — 12 min read ![Image 16: Explore the best antivirus protection in 2026](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/b13a60198b4f9dc220dfa45e88b92c78.png) Explore the best antivirus protection in 2026 are you looking for the best antivirus protection in 2026 and want to compare your options? Our extensive guide will help you take the right decision.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/the-best-antivirus-protection/)

[20 January 2026 — 5 min read ![Image 17: Introducing Acronis Workflow Automation: Powering the autonomous MSP](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/cfe2b6b87457244c5c52daa6ebb8efba.png) Introducing Acronis Workflow Automation: Powering the autonomous MSP Acronis Workflow Automation is a new, no-code automation engine built into Acronis Cyber Platform. It enables technicians to automate actions across all core Acronis services — backup, DR, RMM, EDR / XDR, PSA — and third-party services through an intuitive, drag-and-drop interface.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/introducing-acronis-workflow-automation-powering-the-autonomous-msp/)

[20 January 2026 — 3 min read ![Image 18: How MSPs can close the Microsoft 365 security gaps that slow them down](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/356ad4eda4c4215e62adc16d08b52a0c.png) How MSPs can close the Microsoft 365 security gaps that slow them down Most clients of managed service providers (MSPs) assume Microsoft protects everything in their Microsoft 365 environments. They don't understand the shared responsibility model, and that misunderstanding creates both risk and operational burden for MSPs.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/how-msps-can-close-the-microsoft-365-security-gaps-that-slow-them-down/)

[20 January 2026 — 2 min read ![Image 19: Industry best practices for servers and VM protection](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/4a98cd57306b5006d2fb9a291cbf1f26.png) Industry best practices for servers and VM protection With hyper-distributed workloads and machine-speed threats, the traditional strategy of "securing the perimeter" as a tactic for server and virtual machine (VM) has become obsolete. Today, security must be integrated directly into the workload itself.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/industry-best-practice-for-servers-and-vm-protection/)

[19 January 2026 — 6 min read ![Image 20: Hyper V vs VMware vSphere: Which solution Is right for you?](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/936443fc29d57b4d41799fc1b4edfc9b.png) Hyper V vs VMware vSphere: Which solution Is right for you? When it comes to IT planning and budgeting, you want to make sure you are getting the best return on your investment. With this in mind, we created this Hyper V vs VMware vSphere comparison to help you determine which hypervisor is right for you and your environment.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/hyper-v-vs-vmware-vsphere/)

[15 January 2026 — 3 min read ![Image 21: Why the traditional MSP business model is breaking and how to fix it](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-cover/1dad5172b5e45b50094808ce4572efe2.png) Why the traditional MSP business model is breaking and how to fix it The modern workspace has been scattered beyond recognition. Laptops that once sat neatly within corporate perimeters now operate from kitchen tables, airport lounges and co-working spaces across time zones. This isn't just a logistical headache for managed service providers (MSPs). It's an economic problem disguised as a growth opportunity.](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/why-the-traditional-msp-business-model-is-breaking-and-how-to-fix-it/)

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