Intelligent CIO North America Issue 58 | Page 54

FEATURE: MOBILE

BY ADDING PALO ALTO NETWORKS’ PROVEN SASE CAPABILITIES INTO OUR 5G STANDALONE NETWORK, WE’ RE DELIVERING BUILT-IN SECURITY FROM THE GROUND UP.

solution that protects their data across every endpoint, enabling them to operate confidently in an increasingly connected world.”
“ This SASE offering directly integrates into T-Mobile’ s network and aims to provide comprehensive security, visibility and exceptional experiences without the need for additional clients and complex management,” said Anand Oswal, SVP and GM of Network Security, Palo Alto Networks.
“ We are excited to bring our advanced security solution to T-Mobile’ s cutting-edge 5G network.”
The launch comes as organizations face an unprecedented surge in cybersecurity threats, intensified by several emerging trends, such as the rapid growth of mobile workforces, increased reliance on connected devices and the resulting expansion of technologies that need protection – like 5G routers and IoT devices.
The number of business 5G IoT connections in North America is expected to grow from five million in 2025 to 39 million by 2030. This rapid expansion puts a significant strain on IT teams and increases exposure to risks, particularly when authentication mechanisms are weak or insufficient.
To help customers tackle today’ s complex security challenges, T-Mobile has teamed up with Palo Alto
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