Wedge Networks Teams up with Edgecore Networks to Offer Next-Generation Network Security WedgeCND™ Add-on Now Available on Edgecore ecCLOUD

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May 09, 2023 – Calgary, AB, Canada – Wedge Networks Inc. (“Wedge”), a market leader in Real-Time Threat Prevention solutions, today announced that Edgecore Networks, a leading provider of traditional and open network solutions for enterprises, data centers, and telecommunication service providers, has partnered with Wedge Networks to offer a next-generation network security solution to its customers. Wedge Networks’ Wedge Cloud Network Defense (WedgeCND™), is a cloud-managed security service designed to provide comprehensive security protection.

Through this partnership, WedgeCND™ is now available as an add-on for Edgecore’s Wi-Fi 6 series access points through its ecCLOUD cloud controller. This partnership offers Edgecore’s customers access to a range of optimized Security-as-a-Service (SECaaS) features seamlessly integrated into their networks, providing ubiquitous Wi-Fi network security protection.

WedgeCND™ is an innovative cloud-managed security service designed to protect cloud-managed computing devices. With the activation of WedgeCND™’s security add-on on the ecCLOUD, all hosts and endpoints accessing the Internet through Edgecore Wi-Fi 6 access points registered to ecCLOUD will be automatically protected against all types of threats, including malware, ransomware, phishing, and malicious websites. Leveraging robust cloud computing capacity and working at the network layer, WedgeCND™ provides the most advanced professional network security detection and protection, without the need for dedicated network security software and hardware.

“With the growing use of intelligent endpoints, customers require a simple, fast, and effective network security solution. This integration provides a seamless and comprehensive security solution for Edgecore’s customers, making network security protection simple and affordable for everyone.”

WedgeCND™’s patented technologies in high-performance cloud network security and high-accuracy threat detection with machine learning and inferencing algorithms provide true real-time performance that is not bound by hardware-based limitations, enabling industry-leading real-time threat prevention abilities. Additionally, the service’s automated and continuously learning AI-based Neural Engine can recognize never-before-seen malware in real time, providing customers with unparalleled protection against new and emerging threats.

Key Features:

  • Plug-and-play activation for easy installation without the need for dedicated network security software and hardware
  • Professional-grade network security protection combining multiple cloud-based detection engines including AI machine learning, behavior analysis, big data-based anomaly detection, and real-time security intelligence
  • Real-time threat and intrusion blocking that filters and blocks threats in the data flow, preventing attacks on connected hosts and endpoints
  • Regular security event reports are sent to customer email to provide a clear overview of all discovered and blocked threats
  • Subscription-based annually with the option for customers to activate or cancel the service at any time, making it an affordable and flexible option for all wireless AP users, including chain restaurants/cafes, hotels, shopping malls, airports, and SOHOs.

“ecCLOUD is one of the largest managed Wi-Fi network platforms in the world. The activation of WedgeCND™ represents an important milestone in Wedge’s collaboration with Edgecore, providing large-scale, cost-effective cyber security solutions for ecCLOUD customers,” said Dr. Hongwen Zhang, CEO & CTO (Co-founder) of Wedge. Furthermore, “As a leader in the global open networking ecosystem, Edgecore plays a crucial role in facilitating current and future digital transformation use cases. We are honored to work alongside Edgecore to safeguard the security and integrity of these critical applications.”

The collaboration between Edgecore Networks and Wedge Networks enables customers to seamlessly integrate WedgeCND™ into their networks and enjoy comprehensive security features and benefits, making ecCLOUD the cloud controller solution of choice.

This press release can be found on the Edgecore website at https://www.edge-core.com/news-inquiry.php?cls=1&id=993 or for more information on the solution at WedgeCND – ecCLOUD Add-On | Edgecore (edge-core.com)

About Edgecore Networks
Edgecore Networks Corporation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Accton Technology Corporation, the leading network ODM. Edgecore Networks delivers wired and wireless networking products and solutions through channel partners and system integrators worldwide for data centers, service providers, enterprises, and SMB customers. Edgecore Networks is the leader in open networking, providing a full line of open Wi-Fi access points, packet transponders, virtual PON OLTs, cell site gateways, aggregation routers, and 1G, 10G, 25G, 40G, 100G, and 400G OCP AcceptedTM switches that offer a choice of commercial and open-source NOS and SDN software.

For more information, visit wifi.edge-core.com or contact sales@edge-core.com.

About Wedge Networks
Wedge Networks Inc. is an innovator and developer of cybersecurity technologies utilizing advanced AI techniques providing intelligent Real-Time Threat Prevention solutions for the machine economy. Our innovation is a patented software platform, specifically designed for an increasingly connected world, that enables real-time security services rollout across the network from the edge to the cloud in strategic partnership with MSPs and OEMs. Wedge is headquartered in Calgary, Canada with international teams in the North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East and North Africa regions. Today, Wedge’s products prevent advanced security threats for many millions of endpoints in enterprises, governments, and critical infrastructures globally.

For more information, visit www.wedgenetworks.com


Cautionary Statements and Forward-Looking Information

This release contains forward-looking statements, which are based on current expectations, estimates, and projections about the Corporation’s business and prospects, as well as management’s beliefs, and certain assumptions made by management. Words such as “anticipates,” “expects,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” “may,” “should,” “will” and variations of these words are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements speak only as of the date hereof and are subject to change. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date hereof and Wedge undertakes no obligation to update, publicly or otherwise, or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise unless expressly required by applicable securities laws. The forward-looking information contained in this press release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. Readers are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future business activities and involve risks and uncertainties, and that the Corporation’s future business activities may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors , including, but not limited to: expansion and business strategies, anticipated growth opportunities, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, general economic, market or business conditions, the amount of fundraising necessary to perform on its business objectives, operational risks, the ability of the Corporation to raise necessary funds for its business objectives, and the outcome of commercial negotiations. Such statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Accordingly, actual results could differ materially and adversely from those expressed in any forward-looking statements as a result of various factors. There can be no assurances that such information will prove accurate and, therefore, readers are advised to rely on their own evaluation of such uncertainties. Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors on which such forward-looking statements is based are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking statements as the Company can give no assurance that it will prove to be correct or that any of the events anticipated by such forward-looking statements will transpire or occur, or if any of them do so, what benefits the Company will derive therefrom.

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Wedge Networks to Participate at Mobile World Congress 2023

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Where/When:
Mobile World Congress 2023 (Barcelona), Feburary 27 – March 2, 2023
Canadian Pavilion Booth, Hall 6 Stand 6C75

Who We Are:
Wedge Networks Inc. is a cybersecurity software vendor specializing in Real-Time Threat Prevention. Headquartered in Calgary, Canada, Wedge has international teams in North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East and North Africa Regions.

The WedgeARP™ suite (Wedge Absolute Real-Time Protection) provides highly evolved and innovative, AI-driven security protection to millions of connected systems in over 25 countries and regions. Wedge is committed to helping secure the cloud-connected world with global partners and various deployment options.

Wedge currently leads the cyber security practises of several important industrial/governmental RDI initiatives such as the 5G-Safe-Plus (Celtic-Next Project) for Connected Autonomous Vehicles /Intelligent Transportation Systems. It is a recipient of ISC Canada’s Innovation Testing program. It provides leadership and industry perspective to several joint R&D initiatives with universities, and standardization efforts of Government of Canada in digital, communication, and cybersecurity areas. 

What Problems Do We Solve?
With the leadership of GSMA throughout the past decades, or planet is much better connected. The digital transformation has led us to today’s Machine Economy. There will be many upbeat talks in MWC2023 on the exciting potentials instigated by the advanced connectivities such as 5G, smart city/smart infrastructure, connected vehicles, etc. All these potentials require real-time threat prevention to ensure security and safety. Wedge’s mission is to “Secure the Cloud Connected World”

Wedge’s core product, the Wedge Absolute Real-Time Protection™ (WedgeARP™) platform, is a leading cloud network security platform for the rapidly emerging SASE market. With patented innovations such as deep network traffic inspection and AI machine learning inferencing for advanced persistent threat prevention, it is the only solution in the market that can prevent never-before-seen malware in real-time. Software defined and high performance, WedgeARP™ can be deployed from the cloud core to the network edge to implement zero-trust SASE architectures. It is a must-to-have enabler for managed security services that help MSP/ISPs to increase ARPU and reduce CHURN. 

We look Forward to Meeting You!
Wedge is looking to meet with MSP, ISP, OEM, VAR and SI partners to provide Intelligent Real-time Threat Prevention to end customers worldwide

During the show and from our booth in the Canadian Pavilion, our team will provide: 

  • Live demonstrations of the latest WedgeARP™ software release which includes a new set of machine learning models, cloud managed edge security, MSP features that significantly reduce operational costs 
  • Progress update on behalf of Eureka/Celtic-Next 5G Safe Plus initiative 
  • Demonstrations of several recent industry collaborations 
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Wedge Networks to Showcase Latest Innovation In Real-time Threat Prevention, WedgeIQ™ Nucleation Release, at WEST Conference in San Diego February 14-16th

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14th February, 2023 – San Diego, CA, USA – Wedge Networks Inc. (“Wedge”), an innovation leader in Real-Time Threat Prevention solutions, will showcase its security product WedgeIQ™at the WEST Conference, the premier naval conference and exposition on the West Coast, in San Diego, California, USA February 14-16th.

An important building block in Wedge’s cybersecurity platform WedgeARP™, the WedgeIQ™ Nucleation release demonstrates Wedge’s relentless pursuit in real-time threat prevention through its WedgeARP™ platform. It allows organizations to achieve real-time cyber threat prevention, detection, and response; and conduct high performance security information and event management. WedgeIQ™ is certified to work in all public clouds (Azure, AWS, GCP) and on many hypervisors that power private clouds.

WedgeIQ™ Nucleation release is packed with advanced features such as sensor data fusion, real-time threat intelligence enrichment and correlation, machine learning based anomaly detection, and security functions orchestration. Supported by Wedge’s world class threat intelligence partners, WedgeARP™ is embedded with advanced machine learning models to achieve real-time prevention of never-before-seen malware. The Nucleation release furthers this ability with a data pipeline for automatic or on-demand IOC enrichments, and the execution of a continuous autonomous machine learning mechanism for better threat detection ML (machine learning) models. These features provide customers and partners the ability to prevent cyber threats in real-time, achieve situation awareness, and enable the continuous autonomous accumulation of threat intelligence for better cyber defenses.

The WedgeIQ™ Nucleation release is currently being field tested through the Testing Stream of Innovative Solutions Canada (“ISC”), an innovation program of Government of Canada. It contains features that are tailor made for government organizations including various Military Defense Departments.

“The Testing Stream of Innovative Solutions Canada (ISC) – formerly known as the Build in Canada Innovation Program – is a buy-it-and-try-it program for late-stage, pre-commercial innovative technology developed by small and medium Canadian businesses. ISC helps our country’s visionaries bring their innovative goods and services to market by making the Government of Canada their first customer.” – according to ISC.

About Wedge Networks
Wedge Networks Inc. is an intelligent Real-Time Threat Prevention solutions company. Our innovation is a patented software platform that enables real-time security services rollout with strategic partners such as MSPs and OEMs. Wedge is headquartered in Calgary, Canada with international teams in the North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East and North Africa regions. Today, Wedge’s products prevent advanced security threats for many millions of endpoints in enterprises, governments, and critical infrastructures globally.

About WedgeARP™
WedgeARP™ provides network-based, real-time threat protection for all types of endpoints in a wide range of cloud networks (mobile data, 5G, SD-WAN, SASE, and smart city/IIoT). With an embedded deep learning AI engine and patented real-time deep content inspection technology, WedgeARP™ can detect never-before- seen malware in milliseconds. Running on an orchestrated threat management platform, it is an effective and autonomous approach to facilitating large-scale real-time threat prevention. Today, Wedge’s products prevent advanced security threats for tens of millions of endpoints across the globe.

For more information on Wedge Networks, visit: https://www.wedgenetworks.com/
For media enquiries, please contact: PR@wedgenetworks.com

Cautionary Statements and Forward-Looking Information
This release contains forward-looking statements, which are based on current expectations, estimates, and projections about the Corporation’s business and prospects, as well as management’s beliefs, and certain assumptions made by management. Words such as “anticipates,” “expects,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” “may,” “should,” “will” and variations of these words are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements speak only as of the date hereof and are subject to change. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date hereof and Wedge undertakes no obligation to update, publicly or otherwise, or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise unless expressly required by applicable securities laws. The forward-looking information contained in this press release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. Readers are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future business activities and involve risks and uncertainties, and that the Corporation’s future business activities may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors , including, but not limited to: expansion and business strategies, anticipated growth opportunities, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, general economic, market or business conditions, the amount of fundraising necessary to perform on its business objectives, operational risks, the ability of the Corporation to raise necessary funds for its business objectives, and the outcome of commercial negotiations. Such statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Accordingly, actual results could differ materially and adversely from those expressed in any forward-looking statements as a result of various factors. There can be no assurances that such information will prove accurate and, therefore, readers are advised to rely on their own evaluation of such uncertainties. Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors on which such forward-looking statements is based are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking statements as the Company can give no assurance that it will prove to be correct or that any of the events anticipated by such forward-looking statements will transpire or occur, or if any of them do so, what benefits the Company will derive therefrom.


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Wedge Networks Partners with Seaspring to Deliver Real-time Threat Prevention to the Bahrain & MENA Markets

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31th January, 2023 – Calgary, Canada – Wedge Networks Inc. (“Wedge”) , a market leader in Real-Time Threat Prevention solutions, today announced the signing of a Distributor Agreement with Seaspring W.L.L. (“Seaspring”), a Bahrain-based international investment consultancy firm and a Wedge shareholder. This collaboration aims at delivering innovative cyberthreat prevention solutions to enterprises, small businesses, government departments, service providers, and data centres, while simultaneously expanding the Company’s presence in the region.

Together, Wedge and Seaspring will bring the Wedge Absolute Real-Time Protection (“WedgeARP™”) Series, an exclusive real-time threat prevention solutions in the industry, to the active markets of Bahrain and the MENA region.

WedgeARP™ provides network-based, real-time threat protection for all types of endpoints in a wide range of cloud networks (mobile data, 5G, SD-WAN, SASE, and smart-city/IIoT). With an embedded deep learning AI engine and patented real-time deep content inspection technology, WedgeARP™ can detect never-before-seen malware in milliseconds. Running on an orchestrated threat management platform, it is an effective and autonomous approach to facilitating large-scale real-time threat prevention. Today, Wedge’s products prevent advanced security threats for tens of millions of endpoints across the globe.

“The signing of this Distributor Agreement is a new chapter in the long-standing partnership between Seaspring and Wedge Networks as we work together to realize a shared goal of enabling a safe and secure digital space for all users. With their advanced cybersecurity solutions supported by an experienced and dedicated team, I am positive that Wedge’s technologies will be beneficial to both individuals and entities looking for comprehensive and effective protection against cyberthreats,” commented Shaikh Isa bin Khalid Al-Khalifa, Founder and Managing Director of Seaspring.

“Seaspring has been a strong partner in supporting Wedge developing its leadership in real-time threat prevention innovations. With a strong world class management team, Seaspring is trusted by customers and partners alike,” said Dr. Hongwen Zhang, CEO & CTO at Wedge Networks. “This distributor partnership between our organizations will allow Wedge to benefit from Seaspring’s strong market presence, thus fulfilling our promise of bringing cybersecurity and safety through real-time threat prevention to digital spaces in both Bahrain and the MENA markets.”


About Wedge Networks
Wedge Networks Inc. is an intelligent Real-Time Threat Prevention solutions company. Our innovation is a patented software platform that enables real-time security services rollout with strategic partners such as MSPs and OEMs. Wedge is headquartered in Calgary, Canada with international teams in the North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East and North Africa regions. Today, Wedge’s products prevent advanced security threats for many millions of endpoints in enterprises, governments, and critical infrastructures globally.
For more information on Wedge Networks, visit: https://www.wedgenetworks.com/
For media enquiries, please contact: PR@wedgenetworks.com

About Seaspring
Seaspring is a Bahrain-based international investment consultancy firm with a strategic focus on bringing distinct investment solutions from various sectors including, but not limited to healthcare, biotech, technology, and cybersecurity to the Gulf region. Through key ties in the USA and Canada, Seaspring’s exclusive list of partners provide on the ground, strategically aligned, and lucrative investment options with a broad industry focus that cater to clients’ specific investment criteria.
For more information about Seaspring, visit https://www.seaspringconsulting.com/
For enquiries, please contact: info@seaspringconsulting.com

Cautionary Statements and Forward-Looking Information
This release contains forward-looking statements, which are based on current expectations, estimates, and projections about the Corporation’s business and prospects, as well as management’s beliefs, and certain assumptions made by management. Words such as “anticipates,” “expects,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” “may,” “should,” “will” and variations of these words are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements speak only as of the date hereof and are subject to change. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date hereof and Wedge undertakes no obligation to update, publicly or otherwise, or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise unless expressly required by applicable securities laws. The forward-looking information contained in this press release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. Readers are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future business activities and involve risks and uncertainties, and that the Corporation’s future business activities may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors , including, but not limited to: expansion and business strategies, anticipated growth opportunities, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, general economic, market or business conditions, the amount of fundraising necessary to perform on its business objectives, operational risks, the ability of the Corporation to raise necessary funds for its business objectives, and the outcome of commercial negotiations. Such statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Accordingly, actual results could differ materially and adversely from those expressed in any forward-looking statements as a result of various factors. There can be no assurances that such information will prove accurate and, therefore, readers are advised to rely on their own evaluation of such uncertainties. Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors on which such forward-looking statements is based are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking statements as the Company can give no assurance that it will prove to be correct or that any of the events anticipated by such forward-looking statements will transpire or occur, or if any of them do so, what benefits the Company will derive therefrom.

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Wedge Networks announces addition of Mr. Brian O’Higgins to Advisory Board

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17th January, 2023 – Calgary, AB and Ottawa, On – Wedge Networks is very pleased to announce that Brian O’Higgins will be joining the Company’s Advisory Board effective immediately.

Mr. O’Higgins has over 30 years experience as a leader in security technology development—best known for his role pioneering PKI (public key infrastructure)—and as the co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Entrust, a leading Internet Security Company. He was also a co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Third Brigade, an enterprise security company that was acquired by Trend Micro in 2009. Brian’s approach to security is both visionary and pragmatic. He is a frequent presenter at security and industry events around the globe, and a founding author and contributor to the Cloud Security Alliance. He is often sought out as an industry expert by the press to comment on current events related to cyber security. Brian’s current list of affiliations includes advisory board positions with Defence R&D Canada, the Ontario Centers of Excellence, Board Chair for Quantum Safe Canada, and as an Executive Fellow with Mistral Venture Partners. He also serves on the Board of Directors for Identos, and is an advisor for Crypto 4A, APX, Zighra, Infosec Global and Bluink.

In 2012 Brian was honoured to be a recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal that recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to Canada. Brian is an avid skier on both snow and water, and a competitive marathon runner. In 2011, he won his age group category at the Boston Marathon.

“Electronics and Internet connectivity are quickly becoming embedded in almost all aspects of modern infrastructure that our society depends on. The attack surface area is expanding rapidly, and this gives rise to increasing concerns about safety and security against a rising tide of malicious actors. Safety becomes a primary concern now, rather than just theft. Continuous attention is necessary to ensure our critical infrastructure is resilient to these attacks, and new security technology always plays a welcome role.” said Brian O’Higgins.

According to Forbes, 70% of GDP growth in the global economy between now and 2030 will be driven by the machines. Wedge Networks is on a mission to provide real-time threat prevention to secure the machine economy. Wedge Absolute Real-time Protection (WedgeARP™) provides an autonomous approach to large-scale real-time threat prevention for cyber threats including newly created or customized malware and zero-day attacks.With an embedded deep learning AI engine, patented machine learning-based threat detection and real-time deep content inspection for industry leading network traffic visibility, WedgeARP can detect never-before-seen malware in milliseconds.

“The team at Wedge is excited to have the opportunity to work with Brian, benefiting from his expertise of building world class innovative solutions.” said Dr. Hongwen Zhang, CEO & CTO at Wedge Networks.“Our interests are aligned in pushing the boundary of real-time cybersecurity innovations, particularly as it applies to the world of IIoT and connected systems. His wisdom and industry connections will help Wedge to establish a leadership position in today’s 5G enabled and increasingly connected world for the advancement of the machine economy.”

About Wedge Networks
Wedge Networks Inc. is an intelligent Real-Time Threat Prevention solutions company. Our innovation is a patented software platform that enables real-time security services rollout with strategic partners such as MSPs and OEMs. Wedge is headquartered in Calgary, Canada with international teams in the North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East and North Africa regions. Today, Wedge’s products prevent advanced security threats for many millions of endpoints in enterprises, governments, and critical infrastructures globally.

For more information on Wedge Networks, visit www.wedgenetworks.com
Please forward any media or PR inquiries to: PR@wedgenetworks.com

Cautionary Statements and Forward-Looking Information
This release contains forward-looking statements, which are based on current expectations, estimates, and projections about the Corporation’s business and prospects, as well as management’s beliefs, and certain assumptions made by management. Words such as “anticipates,” “expects,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” “may,” “should,” “will” and variations of these words are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements speak only as of the date hereof and are subject to change. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date hereof and Wedge undertakes no obligation to update, publicly or otherwise, or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise unless expressly required by applicable securities laws. The forward-looking information contained in this press release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. Readers are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future business activities and involve risks and uncertainties, and that the Corporation’s future business activities may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors , including, but not limited to: expansion and business strategies, anticipated growth opportunities, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, general economic, market or business conditions, the amount of fundraising necessary to perform on its business objectives, operational risks, the ability of the Corporation to raise necessary funds for its business objectives, and the outcome of commercial negotiations. Such statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Accordingly, actual results could differ materially and adversely from those expressed in any forward-looking statements as a result of various factors. There can be no assurances that such information will prove accurate and, therefore, readers are advised to rely on their own evaluation of such uncertainties. Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors on which such forward-looking statements is based are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking statements as the Company can give no assurance that it will prove to be correct or that any of the events anticipated by such forward-looking statements will transpire or occur, or if any of them do so, what benefits the Company will derive therefrom.

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Wedge Networks To Participate In The Upcoming Arab International Cybersecurity Summit (AICS)

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24th November, 2022 – Calgary, Canada – Wedge Networks Inc. (Wedge), an innovation leader in intelligent real-time threat prevention solutions, is excited to announce its participation as a silver sponsor and exhibitor in the upcoming Arab International Cybersecurity Summit (AICS) on December 6 – 8, 2022, at Exhibition World Bahrain.

The AICS is the largest convention in the Gulf region on cybersecurity. Endorsed by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain and co-hosted by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the summit will bring together numerous government regulators, industry professionals and solution providers to offer a global overview of cybersecurity and information security aspects.

A portfolio company of Bahrain-based international consultancy firm, Seaspring W.L.L. (Seaspring), Wedge Networks will exhibit at the summit to provide onsite live demos and exchange knowledge and ideas with industry peers. In addition, Dr. Hongwen Zhang, CEO & CTO (Co-founder) of Wedge, will present on the importance and best practices of real-time threat prevention to secure the safety of governments, citizens and infrastructure. See Dr. Zhang’s speaker bio here.

Dr. Zhang will be presenting on the topic of:
Real-time Threat Prevention For Connected Autonomous Systems

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Wednesday, December 7th at 12:30 hrs AST at the Block Stage
We will be at booth: 6-T08

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We invite you to join us!

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About Wedge Networks
Wedge Networks Inc., a portfolio company of Bahrain-based international investment consultancy firm, Seaspring W.L.L., is a cybersecurity software vendor specializing in Real-Time Threat Prevention. Headquartered in Calgary, Canada, Wedge has international teams in North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East and North Africa Regions. The WedgeARP™ suite (Wedge Absolute Real-Time Protection) provides highly evolved and innovative, AI-driven security protection to millions of connected systems in over 25 countries and regions. Wedge is committed to helping secure the cloud-connected world with global partners and various deployment options.

For more information on Wedge Networks, visit www.wedgenetworks.com

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About Seaspring
Seaspring W.L.L. is a Bahrain-based international investment consultancy firm with a strategic focus on bringing distinct investment solutions from various sectors including, but not limited to healthcare, biotech, technology, and cybersecurity to the Gulf region. Through key ties in the USA and Canada, Seaspring’s exclusive list of partners provide on the ground, strategically aligned, and lucrative investment options with a broad industry focus that cater to clients’ specific investment criteria.

For more information on Seaspring, visit www.seaspringconsulting.com

Cautionary Statements and Forward-Looking Information
This release contains forward-looking statements, which are based on current expectations, estimates, and projections about the Corporation’s business and prospects, as well as management’s beliefs, and certain assumptions made by management. Words such as “anticipates,” “expects,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” “may,” “should,” “will” and variations of these words are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements speak only as of the date hereof and are subject to change. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date hereof and Wedge undertakes no obligation to update, publicly or otherwise, or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise unless expressly required by applicable securities laws. The forward-looking information contained in this press release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. Readers are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future business activities and involve risks and uncertainties, and that the Corporation’s future business activities may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors , including, but not limited to: expansion and business strategies, anticipated growth opportunities, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, general economic, market or business conditions, the amount of fundraising necessary to perform on its business objectives, operational risks, the ability of the Corporation to raise necessary funds for its business objectives, and the outcome of commercial negotiations. Such statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Accordingly, actual results could differ materially and adversely from those expressed in any forward-looking statements as a result of various factors. There can be no assurances that such information will prove accurate and, therefore, readers are advised to rely on their own evaluation of such uncertainties. Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors on which such forward-looking statements is based are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking statements as the Company can give no assurance that it will prove to be correct or that any of the events anticipated by such forward-looking statements will transpire or occur, or if any of them do so, what benefits the Company will derive therefrom.

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Wedge Networks to Participate at 2022 Calgary Cyber Summit

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September 15, 2022 – Wedge Networks is thrilled to be a part of the 2022 Calgary Cyber Summit. Our CEO, Dr. Hongwen Zhang will be speaking at the Summit this Thursday September 15th, on Real-time cyber threats in the cloud connected world. The three-day event has an incredible list of speakers with topics ranging from OSINT, Cryptocurrency, Mental Health in Cybercrime, Ransomware, triaging volatile network data and more. Calgary will host over 300 law enforcement and corporate cyber security professionals from dozens of countries, allowing for incredible networking and learning opportunities.

Where/When:
September 15, 2022 / 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM – 2022 Calgary Cyber Summit, Calgary, Canada

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Wedge Networks Partners with SecureServ to Deliver a Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) Solution to the Australian Market

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9th August 2022 – Calgary, Canada – Wedge Networks Inc., a market leader in Real-time Threat Prevention solutions, today announced its partnership with SecureServ, an Australian-based cyber security solutions and network performance distributor.

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The partnership will afford SecureServ the opportunity to deliver powerful new threat prevention with innovative solutions for Enterprises, Small Businesses, Government Departments, Service Providers and Data Centres, while simultaneously expanding its partner community in the region.

Together, Wedge Networks and SecureServ are bringing the best real-time threat prevention in the industry to the Australian market through the Wedge Absolute Real-Time Protection (WedgeARP™) Series.

With the cloud-connected world seeing billions of new connected endpoint devices added, the network perimeter has now been extended to encompass anywhere these devices are located; further widening the security gap. Real-time Threat Prevention is one of the most critical cyber defense requirements for the digital economy with enterprise security capacity being over-run by rapidly expanding security workloads
as organisations shift to software-as-a-service (SaaS) and other cloud native applications.

WedgeARP™ provides network-based, real-time threat protection for all types of endpoints in a wide range of cloud networks (mobile data, 5G, SD-WAN, SASE, and smart-city/IIoT). With an embedded deep learning AI engine and patented real-time deep content inspection technology, WedgeARP™ can detect never-before-seen malware in milliseconds. Running on an orchestrated threat management platform, it is an effective and autonomous approach to enable large-scale real-time threat prevention. Today, Wedge’s products prevent advanced security threats for tens of millions of endpoints across the globe.

“The ability of Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) to rapidly roll out real-time threat prevention services, and to deliver them as and when needed, is a key challenge. Wedge’s leadership in this area allows us to form a valuable partnership with them to enhance our digital transformation offerings”, said Vic Whiteley, SecureServ Director of Operations.

“Wedge has a strong reputation for delivering results to IT operation leaders around the world, and we’re thrilled to be offering their solutions to the Australian market. This partnership further demonstrates our commitment to providing our partners and customers with the most innovative and reliable solutions.” he added.

“SecureServ has a proven track record of being exclusively focused in cyber security and networking performance, connecting world leading innovations with partners” said Dr. Hongwen Zhang, CEO & CTO at Wedge Networks. “We’re excited to work with SecureServ to serve customers in Australia with the real-time threat prevention ability enabled by WedgeARP™.”

About Wedge Networks
Wedge Networks Inc. is an intelligent Real-Time Threat Prevention solutions company. Our innovation is a patented software platform that enables real-time security services rollout with strategic partners such as MSPs and OEMs. Wedge is headquartered in Calgary, Canada with international teams in the North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East and North Africa regions. Today, Wedge’s products prevent advanced security threats for tens of millions of endpoints in enterprises, governments, and critical infrastructures spanning more than 22 countries.

For more information on Wedge Networks, visit: https://www.wedgenetworks.com/
For media enquiries, please contact: PR@wedgenetworks.com

About SecureServ
SecureServ has focused exclusively on cyber security and networking performance since 2005. Our value-added distribution approach connects world-leading technology vendors with our channel partners to support their growth strategies and proactively engage in joint market development. With our professional team, we consolidate our knowledge and skills to assist our partners with support and training, to enable them to meet the challenges of today’s challenging security environment.

Contact SecureServ
Vic Whiteley | Operations Director
P: +61 2 9844 5429 | E: vic@secureserv.com.au
For more information about SecureServ, visit https://www.secureserv.com.au/

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BlackBerry, L-SPARK Announce Four Companies for their BlackBerry IVY Connected Car Accelerator Program

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Deeplite, Raven Connected, Sensor Cortek and Wedge Networks will have access to BlackBerry IVY to deliver high-impact transportation use cases leveraging in-vehicle data

13th July 2022 – WATERLOO and OTTAWA, ONTARIOBlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) and L-SPARK, Canada’s largest software-as-a-service accelerator, today announced the four winning companies that will make up the third cohort of their joint accelerator program, which aims to grow Canadian technology companies that are focused on connected vehicle technologies.

New this year, the accelerator has provided select companies with access to BlackBerry’s Intelligent Vehicle Data Platform – BlackBerry IVY™, enabling them to deliver next-generation connected vehicle use cases leveraging in-vehicle data with a view to improving driver and passenger experiences. BlackBerry IVY is a scalable, cloud-connected software platform that allows automakers to provide a consistent and secure way to read vehicle sensor data, normalize it, and create actionable insights from that data both locally in the vehicle and in the cloud.

The companies that make up the third cohort of the program include:

Deeplite, Montreal – Deeplite provides an AI inference optimization platform for the millions of developers struggling to deploy edge-AI to products in vehicles, smart cities, 5G IoT, and the things we use every day by making smaller, faster and more energy efficient AI.

Raven Connected, Ottawa – Raven Connected provides a comprehensive video telematics platform that incorporates an array of sensors, communication modules and direct connection to the vehicle’s onboard computer to capture images, video and other data elements. These components are incorporated into ML and AI models to generate real-time insights into vehicle performance, driving behaviors, road conditions and pedestrian safety.

Sensor Cortek, Ottawa – Sensor Cortek uses deep neural networks to develop advanced embedded AI-based perception systems enabling reliable understanding of real-world environments. The company creates intelligent software solutions with a focus on advanced driver-assistance and autonomous vehicles.

Wedge Networks, Calgary – Wedge Networks is a cybersecurity software vendor specializing in intelligent real-time threat prevention. With numerous patents, awards, and peer-reviewed machine learning publications, Wedge’s intelligent, constantly evolving and learning threat prevention platform protects millions of connected devices – including connected and autonomous vehicles and intelligent transportation systems.

“The four companies selected for this very special BlackBerry IVY focused accelerator program with L-SPARK represent the crème de la crème of the Canadian smart mobility ecosystem. Each brings with them a ton of talent, innovative technology and a drive to deliver high-impact, data-driven services and solutions that will one day transform the in-car experience,” said Peter Virk, Vice President of IVY Product and Ecosystem, BlackBerry. “We look forward to working with them in the weeks and months ahead and are confident that their offerings will resonate with OEMs as we look to continue to build out the breadth and depth of our BlackBerry IVY ecosystem.”

“The BlackBerry L-SPARK Accelerator has not only propelled connected vehicle technology forward, but has also paved the way for collaboration and partnership between the participating companies and BlackBerry”, said Leo Lax, Executive Managing Director at L-SPARK. “We are thrilled to be at the forefront of innovation in the connected vehicle technology space alongside the incredible team at BlackBerry for the third consecutive year.”

The IVY Connected Car Accelerator Program is supported in part by advisory services and funding from the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP).

About Wedge Networks
Wedge Networks Inc. is an intelligent Real-Time Threat Prevention solutions company. Our innovation is a patented software platform that enables real-time security services rollout with strategic partners such as MSPs and OEMs. Wedge is headquartered in Calgary, Canada with international teams in the North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East and North Africa regions. Today, Wedge’s products prevent advanced security threats for tens of millions of endpoints in enterprises, governments, and critical infrastructures spanning more than 22 countries.

For more information on Wedge Networks, visit www.wedgenetworks.com
Please forward any media or PR inquiries to: PR@wedgenetworks.com

About BlackBerry
BlackBerry (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) provides intelligent security software and services to enterprises and governments around the world. The company secures more than 500M endpoints including 215M vehicles. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, the company leverages AI and machine learning to deliver innovative solutions in the areas of cybersecurity, safety and data privacy solutions, and is a leader in the areas of endpoint security, endpoint management, encryption, and embedded systems. BlackBerry’s vision is clear – to secure a connected future you can trust.

BlackBerry. Intelligent Security. Everywhere.

For more information, visit BlackBerry.com and follow @BlackBerry.

About L-SPARK
L-SPARK is Canada’s leading accelerator for the Connected Cars (AV) industry as well as Software as a Service (SaaS) companies. The accelerator offers programs focused on future innovative B2B and B2B/B2C companies, as well as targeted programs which partner with leading corporations in Connected Medtech, IoT and CyberSecurity.

Since the launch of their first cohort in January 2015, L-SPARK has accelerated 95 companies across Canada who collectively have raised over $115M in follow-on funding. With over 10,000 investors, corporate partners and startups now in their network, L-SPARK has curated a dynamic Canadian tech community for participating companies to join.

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Someone Is Recording Your Online Banking Password​

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The Issue:
In an article published on ZDNet, author Liam Tung described a malicious campaign that uses file-naming trickery to get victims to download the key logger Snake malware. Once infected, keystrokes such as entering online banking information are recorded and leaked to cyber criminals.

The Cause:
The Snake keylogger initially appeared in 2020 and has been resurfacing with new variants ever since. It is commonly bundled in a compromised Excel file, PDF, or Word document. A macro code within the compromised document downloads the malware payload from an external server, at which point the malware executes and begins recording user keystrokes and sensitive data. Snake keyloggers are used to particularly target businesses and its effects are widespread.

In this malicious campaign, cyber criminals sent emails with an attached PDF document named “REMMITANCE INVOICE.pdf” with an embedded Word document named “has been verified. However PDF, Jpeg, xlsx, .docs”. When clicked, this odd Word file name is combined with the typical Adobe reader message and reads “The file ‘has been verified. However PDF, Jpeg, xlsx, .docs’ may contain programs, macros, or viruses that could potentially harm your computer.” This tricks the user to assume that the file in question has been verified and is safe to open. Once opened, the Word document triggers a download of an object with a hidden link. This object exploits a known vulnerability in Windows to steal the user’s key strokes.

The Challenges:
• There are more than 180K vulnerabilities in the digital world. Each of them can be exploited by hackers in various ways, in this case a sneakily crafted file name used to gain the trust of the user.
• The actual malware is delivered not by an intrusion attack but by an internal user’s web request when the Word document is opened, thus bypassing firewalls and IPS perimeter defenses.
• Many such attacks are successful by mutating known malware to evade signature based defense systems.

User credentials and private data can easily be assembled from logged keystrokes. This is compromising for businesses as everything from online banking access to social security numbers are entered into their computers. Cyber criminals can gather confidential information from business emails and messaging applications used to communicate between employees to further exploit companies with cyber ransoming.

The Solution:
Wedge Network’s malware lab tested a new Snake keylogger malware attack on a network protected by WedgeARP™. Zero Day attacks are difficult to detect and prevent because they employ never before seen malware. These new or mutated malware do not have a matching signature in the signature database and can easily slip into corporate networks to cause irreparable damage. To combat this, WedgeARP™ utilises Deep Learning Artificial Intelligence Anti Virus (AIAV) engine to identify and prevent Zero Day attacks. In the figure below, the new Snake keylogger is prevented from being downloaded by the user from a compromised file:

Figure 1 – Never before seen Snake keylogger attack blocked using Deep Learning Artificial Intelligence Anti Virus

In Figure 1, the infected file on the device at 192.168.100.69 tries to download a Snake keylogger malware from an external server. Even though there are no identical signature of this new Snake keylogger malware, the malware was quickly detected, evaluated and dropped using AIAV engine. The engine determined that the never before seen Snake keylogger malware scored a malware value of -0.771606 and considered it malicious. The same result is replicated when using the advance Signature engines on the WedgeARP™, preventing the Snake keylogger malware from being downloaded by the device at 192.168.100.69 as seen below:

Figure 2 – Never before seen Snake keylogger attack blocked using Signature engine

In both examples, WedgeARP™ prevents crippling Zero Day attacks from a new Snake keylogger malware using advanced AIAV and Signature engines. WedgeARP™ is a network based solution, meaning all devices from servers and work/personal computers to mobile and IOT electronics are protected from these clever and often devastating exploits.

With Wedge Real-Time Threat Prevention’s innovative Deep Content Inspection and highly trained Deep Learning AI engines, WedgeARP™ can identify and prevent these sneakily crafted malware from entering and compromising your business from within your corporate networks. If you are interested in our Real-Time Prevention Technology, feel free to contact our team at: info@wedgenetworks.com

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