The Ultimate Guide to Secure Access Service Edge

2026 · Australian Edition

Also known as SASE.

Secure Access Service Edge, commonly known as SASE, represents a transformative approach to enterprise network architecture by converging networking and security services into a unified cloud-native platform. With increasing demands for secure, seamless connectivity to support remote work, cloud adoption, and digital transformation, SASE integrates critical functions such as SD-WAN, secure web gateways, zero trust network access, and cloud access security broker (CASB) capabilities.

Our collected stories cover the latest advancements, partnerships, and deployments in the SASE space globally, highlighting vendor innovations, strategic collaborations, and emerging trends. From the expansion of single-vendor unified SASE solutions to the integration of AI and zero trust principles, the evolution of SASE is shaping the future of secure, flexible enterprise networks.

Readers exploring this tag will gain insights into the practical benefits, challenges, and strategies for adopting SASE solutions. Whether it's understanding why a single vendor approach can reduce complexity, how AI enhances threat detection, or how regional players drive adoption across industry sectors, these stories offer a comprehensive view of why and how organizations are embracing SASE to safeguard their digital infrastructure in an increasingly distributed work environment.

Australian Secure Access Service Edge news
Analyst Insights
Check Point tops Miercom hybrid mesh security benchmark
Miercom · SASE · Firewalls
Last week
Versa unveils AI edge, secure browser & inbound SSE push
Gartner · SASE · Firewalls
Last month
Zenarmor expands SASE platform for mobile & containers
Enterprise Management Associates · SASE · Virtualisation
Last month
Cato unveils Dynamic Prevention engine for SASE security
Gartner · SASE · Firewalls
Last month
Zenarmor debuts distributed SASE channel partner push
Enterprise Management Associates · SASE · Firewalls
Thu, 26th Feb 2026
Expert columns
VPN vulnerabilities don't have to become breaches
By Jerome Lowe of SonicWall
Last week
Why the next endpoint and SASE disruption will not come from a security vendor
By Chandrodaya Prasad of SonicWall
Last month
SD-WAN is the SASE foundation enterprises can't ignore
By Cornelius Mare of Fortinet Australia
Wed, 18th Feb 2026
Rethinking security architecture with adversary frameworks
By Rajesh Agnihotri of SonicWall
Mon, 24th Nov 2025
Everyone's talking about SASE. Few understand what it really takes
By Craig Taylor of Vectec
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
5 lessons Australian IT leaders should take from Cisco Live Melbourne 2025
By Rodney Kinchington of BT International
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
Time to converge networks, security and AI to beat the CISO blues
By Guy Matthews of Technology Reporter
Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Five use cases that justify ditching VPNs for good
By Tony Burnside of Netskope
Thu, 10th Jul 2025
When emergency strikes, it's time for a native zero-trust network
By Guy Matthews of NetEvents
Wed, 9th Jul 2025
How AI is driving the convergence of networking and security
By Guy Matthews of NetEvents
Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
Is Fixed Wireless Access the next big thing?
By Tim Evans of Ericsson
Mon, 19th May 2025
Interviews
Exclusive: HPE Networking advances 'self-driving' networks
Discussing Firewalls
Fri, 13th Feb 2026
Exclusive: Check Point's Gianluca Busco Arré on shaping hybrid security
Discussing Trends & Predictions
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
Recent news
Australian firms embed AI at the core of new cybersecurity era
About Firewalls
Thu, 4th Dec 2025
5 lessons Australian IT leaders should take from Cisco Live Melbourne 2025
About Firewalls
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
Cancer Council Queensland boosts telehealth & security with cloud
About Data Protection
Fri, 26th Sep 2025
Check Point launches local cloud security for Aussie compliance
About Virtualisation
Wed, 24th Sep 2025
Exclusive: Check Point's Gianluca Busco Arré on shaping hybrid security
About Trends & Predictions
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
VECTEC Networks launches with new leaders to boost enterprise security
About Firewalls
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
Hybrid work drives surge in demand for managed SASE
About Cloud Services
Tue, 22nd Jul 2025
Australian firms face surge in AI cyber threats amid skill gaps
About Malware
Tue, 24th Jun 2025
Why unified secure access service edge is the next critical evolution in secure network architecture
About Firewalls
Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Macquarie Government expands partnership with Netskope
About Cloud Services
Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Why it's time to embrace a single vendor SASE solution or risk confusion
About Education, Learning & Training
Tue, 9th Jul 2024
Orro & Fortinet introduce robust SASE solution for businesses
About Firewalls
Tue, 14th May 2024
Ip.Glass first in Australia to achieve all Fortinet specialisations
About Firewalls
Thu, 2nd May 2024
Australian firms struggle with connectivity failures & security threats
About Unified Communications
Mon, 15th Apr 2024
Advanced security tools can help bridge the cyber-skills gap
About Firewalls
Mon, 5th Feb 2024
Netskope appoints Daniel Fouladi as APAC Sales Manager
About Network Infrastructure
Thu, 2nd Mar 2023
Dicker Data to distribute Cloudflare internet solutions
About Distributors
Fri, 17th Feb 2023
Exclusive: Vertel provides businesses with enhanced network solutions
About Network Infrastructure
Fri, 9th Dec 2022
Nextro wins Fortinet SASE specialisation in New Zealand
About Firewalls
This month
Cato lets customers buy modular SASE security tools
About Firewalls
Last month
Job moves
Netskope appoints Daniel Fouladi as APAC Sales Manager
Move at Netskope
Thu, 2nd Mar 2023
Top players
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