Welcome to our dedicated page for Blackberry news (Ticker: BB), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Blackberry stock.
BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) generates a steady stream of news centered on its role as a provider of intelligent software and services for enterprises, governments, automakers, and industrial organizations. Many recent announcements highlight the company’s QNX division, which supplies foundational software for mission-critical embedded systems and software-defined vehicles, as well as developments in Secure Communications and critical event management.
Visitors to this news page can review updates on QNX’s automotive collaborations, such as its foundational role in next-generation vehicle architectures and its presence in hundreds of millions of vehicles, as described in recent press releases. Coverage also includes product and platform announcements like QNX’s Foundational Vehicle Software Platform with Vector, QNX Cabin, QNX Sound, and the QNX Everywhere initiative to broaden developer and academic access to QNX technology.
BlackBerry’s news flow also features Secure Communications and BlackBerry AtHoc, including enhancements to the AtHoc mobile experience for critical event management. Financial results, investor briefings, and corporate governance updates appear alongside technology-focused stories, reflecting the company’s status as a publicly traded issuer that reports quarterly earnings and hosts investor events.
This page brings together these categories of news so that readers can follow BlackBerry’s progress in automotive software, embedded systems, secure communications, and developer ecosystem initiatives, as well as its financial and corporate disclosures referenced in press releases and SEC filings.
BlackBerry Limited announced a technology integration with Okta, Inc. to enhance enterprise security and productivity in the remote work environment. The integration combines Okta's Identity Cloud with BlackBerry's Unified Endpoint Management (UEM), enabling seamless authentication and optimal workforce productivity. BlackBerry UEM is recognized for its robust security measures, holding multiple government certifications. This partnership aims to empower organizations with a comprehensive solution for identity and access management, ensuring data protection while allowing employees to work from anywhere.
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On October 13, 2021, BlackBerry announced the release of its new book, Finding Beacons In the Dark: A Guide to Cyber Threat Intelligence, during the BlackBerry Security Summit. The book focuses on the threats posed by Cobalt Strike, a tool used by state-sponsored APT groups and cybercriminals. It outlines strategies for defending against these threats by utilizing a robust Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) lifecycle. BlackBerry emphasizes the growing use of Cobalt Strike in cyberattacks, including recent phishing campaigns. The book will be available in November 2021.
BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB) announced updates to its BlackBerry Guard 2.0 solution, enhancing its managed detection and response (MDR) service. This upgrade includes AI-powered mobile threat defense, user behavior risk analytics, and continuous protection against cyber threats. The subscription-based service will offer 24/7 monitoring, advanced machine learning capabilities, and automated response systems. BlackBerry aims to bolster security for enterprises amid rising cyberattacks, with availability expected in Q4 2021.
BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) has expanded its XDR ecosystem by partnering with Okta, Mimecast, Stellar Cyber, and XM Cyber to enhance cyber threat management. This ecosystem delivers a cohesive view of security threat postures utilizing BlackBerry's cloud-native platform. The unique prevention-first approach enables earlier threat identification compared to response-first models. Overall, these enhancements aim to address rising cyber threats associated with increased remote work, improving both security and user experience.
BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB) announced the launch of a QNX Hypervisor and VIRTIO-based reference design to enhance Android Automotive OS on the 3rd Generation Snapdragon Automotive Cockpit Platform. This solution aims to enhance automotive cockpit integration by unifying various functionalities, thus accelerating market readiness. The reference design allows for seamless upgrades of Android Automotive OS, enhancing user experience while achieving safety certifications. The design features dynamic audio and graphical sharing, enriching the infotainment experience.
BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB) has announced leadership changes within its Board of Directors' standing committees, appointing Michael Daniels and Lisa Disbrow as Chairs of the Compensation, Nomination and Governance Committee, and the Audit and Risk Management Committee, respectively. Daniels, who has been on the committee since 2014, succeeds Prem Watsa, while Disbrow, an audit committee expert, takes over from Barbara Stymiest. Executive Chairman John Chen emphasized that these rotations reflect the company's commitment to strong corporate governance and shareholder engagement.
BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB) has partnered with Deloitte to enhance security in software supply chains for OEMs and mission-critical applications. The collaboration will utilize BlackBerry® Jarvis™, a software composition analysis tool, providing insights into security risks in open-source software and vulnerabilities. This joint effort aims to improve the security of transportation infrastructure, with a G7 Transportation Ministry already selecting their services. This initiative addresses the growing cybersecurity challenges faced by multi-tiered software supply chains.
On October 6, 2021, BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB) announced that John Chen, Executive Chairman & CEO, will lead a discussion on National Zero Trust Strategy at the Billington CyberSecurity Summit. This event features key experts from organizations like the U.S. Navy and CIA and will air on October 7 at 2:45 PM ET. The summit, running from October 6-8, highlights the importance of zero-trust security architecture in protecting critical infrastructure.
Visteon Corporation (NASDAQ: VC) and BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB) announced an expansion of their partnership to accelerate digital cockpit solutions for the automotive industry. As part of a multi-year agreement, Visteon will utilize BlackBerry's QNX software to develop advanced infotainment, instrument clusters, and telematics systems for various manufacturers. This collaboration builds on previous successes, including a 2017 project with a Chinese OEM. Visteon's SmartCore™ technology is expected to drive growth as it aligns with the increasing adoption of Android-based systems in vehicles.