In today's hyper-connected world, cybersecurity is no longer a secondary concern—it is a fundamental business priority. Enterprises face unprecedented risks as cybercriminals exploit vulnerabilities across network infrastructures. In 2024, global cybercrime losses reached an alarming $16.6 billion, marking a 33% increase from the previous year (Reuters, 2025). Meanwhile, ransomware attacks targeting critical infrastructure rose by 9%, highlighting the persistent and evolving nature of threats (Reuters, 2025).

In Cambodia, a special event recently took place to celebrate growth, unity, and the upcoming Khmer New Year. First Cambodia, the pioneering IT system integration company to host such an event, organized a Praying Ceremony to bring blessings, prosperity, and togetherness to its workplace. This ceremony occurred as the company continues to expand, aiming to share positivity with its employees and the wider community. It served as a meaningful way to welcome the Khmer New Year, which begins on April 14, 2025, and runs through April 16, 2025, according to the Cambodian lunar calendar (National Bank of Cambodia, 2025).

On March 19, 2025, the VCF Accelerate: The Future of Cloud with VMware & Broadcom event happened at the Fairfield by Marriott in Cambodia. Hosted by First Cambodia partnered with VMware by Broadcom, it showed businesses how to use VMware and Broadcom’s tools to solve cloud problems and grow faster. Here’s what you missed.

First Cambodia, a leading IT system integration provider in Cambodia, has recently earned two notable awards from Fortinet, a global cybersecurity giant. These awards, received on March 14, 2025, are the Strategic Account Financial Services Industry Partner of the Year 2024 and the Engage Fortinet Advanced Partner distinctions. They highlight First Cambodia’s excellence in delivering cybersecurity solutions, especially to the financial services sector, through its strong partnership with Fortinet.