The Ultimate Guide to Identity and Access Management

2026 · Canadian Edition

Also known as IAM.

Identity and Access Management (IAM) is a critical area of cybersecurity focused on ensuring that the right individuals and entities have appropriate access to technology resources. With the surge in digital transformation and cloud adoption, IAM has evolved beyond traditional security, now also playing a pivotal role in enhancing customer engagement and business efficiency.

The extensive range of recent stories highlights various aspects of IAM, including advancements in multi-factor authentication, passwordless security solutions, and integrations with cloud and mobile platforms. Industry developments such as partnerships between seasoned cybersecurity vendors and the uptake of AI-driven identity protection tools reveal how organizations are intensifying efforts to protect against breaches, credential theft, and insider threats.

Readers interested in this tag will find insights into the latest trends, technologies, and strategies shaping IAM today—ranging from hardware security keys and biometric innovations to the expanding role of IAM in IoT and machine identities. Understanding identity management enables organizations and individuals alike to navigate the complex cyber threat landscape with improved security and compliance.

Canadian Identity and Access Management news
Analyst Insights
Agentic era and the UI transition
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Gartner · IAM · MarTech
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Capsule Security raises $7 million to guard AI agents
Gartner · IAM · PAM
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Gartner · IAM · EduTech
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Infobip launches AgentOS platform, targets agentic AI shift
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This month
Expert columns
One click can trigger a breach, but security can stop it
By Jerome Lowe of SonicWall
Yesterday
VPN vulnerabilities don't have to become breaches
By Jerome Lowe of SonicWall
Last week
When identity becomes the payment rail
By Martin Zeisel of G+D Netcetera
Last week
Proof beats promise: The trust crisis AI is creating
By Lakshmi Hanspal of DigiCert
Last week
Mythos changes everything: Is your AI agent security ready?
By Dev Rishi of Rubrik
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Trusted data is the backbone of digital healthcare
By Bud Walker of Melissa
This month
Small alert, big defense: Inside a SOC's early-morning response
By Sarah Wilkinson of SonicWall
This month
World Backup Day 2026: In the age of AI, what are you really backing up?
By Robert Falzon of Check Point Software Canada
This month
Agentic AI: The potential and the problems behind the new wave of autonomous systems
By Kristina Holt of Foot Anstey
Last month
Why digital identity is the new perimeter in a zero-trust world
By Jeremy Blackburn of ChainIT
Last month
Account Takeover (ATO) fraud: The hidden threat to your business and how to stop it
By Bobby Joseph of Melissa
Last month
Upgrade advantage: Why security enhancements matter for MSPs and MSSPs
By Sarah Choi and Mahpara Banday of SonicWall
Mon, 23rd Feb 2026
Goodbye VPNs, Hello cloud-delivered Zero Trust
By Jose Correa of SonicWall
Thu, 19th Feb 2026
Trusted data at heart of Canada's global IDW drive
By Bobby Joseph of Melissa
Tue, 3rd Feb 2026
SonicWall NSM 3.5 boosts secure-by-design firewalls
By Amelia Foss and Rakesh Ramesh of SonicWall
Wed, 28th Jan 2026
Interviews
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Discussing Data Protection
Last month
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Discussing Firewalls
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Rise of AI Agents introduces new infosec risk: Okta
Discussing Data Protection
Last month
Consolidation Wave Hits Infosec, Sparing CISOs From Tool Sprawl
Discussing Firewalls
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Composable, process‑aware AI key to enterprise ROI
Discussing Digital Transformation
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Recent news
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About Cloud Services
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About EduTech
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About EduTech
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About Software-as-a-Service
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Trusted data at heart of Canada's global IDW drive
About Data Protection
Tue, 3rd Feb 2026
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About Data Protection
Fri, 19th Dec 2025
TransCrypts founder joins Forbes 30 under 30 list for 2026
About Encryption
Fri, 12th Dec 2025
In the age of AI fakes, you need to own your credentials
About Data breach
Tue, 25th Nov 2025
Accenture acquires IAMConcepts, strengthens Canadian presence
About Privileged Access Management
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
Cohere's "North" expands secure AI agents for enterprises
About Hybrid Cloud
Fri, 8th Aug 2025
Cisco unveils Duo IAM to strengthen identity-based security
About Firewalls
Thu, 29th May 2025
Ericsson unveils clientless ZTNA to boost 5G network security
About Bring Your Own Device
Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
Ping Identity warns of AI agent authorisation risks
About Data breach
Today
EY names 1Kosmos chief executive officer finalist for award
About Government
Today
Zapier expands AI governance controls for enterprise users
About Software-as-a-Service
Last week
Avatier launches offline card after Stryker cyberattack
About Cloud Services
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Barracuda spots 7 million device code phishing attacks
About Firewalls
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Wiz expands AI security coverage across cloud & edge
About Shadow IT
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ClickHouse deepens Google Cloud tie-up with four updates
About Software-as-a-Service
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