Barclays leverages Microsoft technology to enhance security measures – Technology Record

Microsoft’s security solutions are designed to enhance the detection, investigation, response, and protection against security threats. Barclays is looking to improve its security strategy by leveraging Microsoft’s security solutions. The bank plans to utilize Microsoft technology to enhance and automate its security detection capabilities. They have already adopted Microsoft Teams in 2022 and are looking to invest in additional communication-based solutions to ensure the safety and connectivity of their colleagues, customers, and clients.

Oliver Newbury, the group chief information security officer at Barclays, highlighted the importance of meeting customer expectations and enhancing digital trust through the use of advanced technology. By working with Microsoft, Barclays aims to better detect and respond to security threats effectively.

Theo Michalopoulos, the general manager of financial services at Microsoft UK, emphasized the increasing complexity and scale of cybersecurity attacks. He stressed the importance of organizations adopting powerful AI, machine learning, and defense-in-depth capabilities to detect and address threats while complying with evolving regulatory requirements in the era of AI. Microsoft’s security solutions are seen as an essential tool in helping organizations across industries collaborate securely and effectively combat security threats.