Ignite 2025: New Compliance Solutions in Microsoft Sentinel
Microsoft Sentinel is gaining new Compliance solutions for GDPR and HIPPA, a bold move towards Compliance-through-Operations - where compliance meets SecOps.
Nov 18, 2025
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Dive into the nuances of Security Information and Event Management systems. Understand their role in real-time analysis of security alerts, threat detection, and the importance of timely and informed responses to potential breaches.
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Ignite 2025: New Microsoft Sentinel connectors for a smarter, AI-ready SOC
Microsoft Sentinel is already getting a big boost from a new wave of partner-built connectors - Ignite 2025 announcements.
Nov 17, 2025
Sentinel Pricing Guide infographic: Now with the new Data Lake tier
Sentinel adds a new Data Lake tier, balancing real-time analytics with ultra-low-cost long-term retention to boost compliance, flexibility, and efficiency. Check here an updated Pricing guide.
Sep 25, 2025
Defender, Decoded: Relationships, Dependencies & Cost Signals
A clear infographic mapping Defender, Sentinel, and related services with dependencies, licensing cues, and cost signals to align strategy and architecture.
Sep 09, 2025
A Visual Guide to Microsoft Security – 3rd Edition!
3rd edition infographic updates Microsoft Security’s portfolio with new integrations, previews, expanded CNAPP scope, AI posture features, data governance enhancements, and IoT security improvements.
Jul 30, 2025
Microsoft Sentinel Extensibility Model
Infographic mapping Microsoft Sentinel’s extensibility model across Defender XDR, Security Copilot AI, threat intelligence connectors, multicloud solutions, and custom integration options.
Jul 22, 2025
Beyond MITRE: A Holistic Approach for Evaluating Cybersecurity Solutions
A comprehensive guide to empower CISOs and decision makers with a balanced perspective for evaluating security products. By considering MITRE evaluations as one factor among many and following a holistic approach, you can make more informed and effective security decisions that truly align with your organization’s unique needs and long-term goals.
Jul 20, 2025
Demystifying Microsoft Sentinel Pricing: Your Quick Guide
Clear breakdown of Sentinel’s pricing model—covering ingestion, discounts, and optional charges to help you optimize SIEM cost strategy.
May 15, 2025
Visual Guide: Choosing the Right Microsoft Sentinel Storage & Archive Strategy
Explore 5 retention patterns and storage options in Sentinel—optimize SIEM costs without compromising security visibility or efficiency.
Apr 23, 2025
Secrets to Proactive Threat Hunting with Microsoft Sentinel
Explore Rod Trent’s must-read article on modern threat hunting with Sentinel—smart automation, enriched telemetry, and proactive SOC strategies.
Apr 18, 2025
