PT&T, Aussie firm launch new cybersecurity tech

SecureLink Networks, a joint venture between PT&T Corp. and Australia’s Netlinkz Ltd., is set to launch Virtual Secured Network Plus (VSN+) next month to strengthen cybersecurity and connectivity for businesses in the Philippines.  

"SecureLink Networks is more than just a joint venture—it’s a game-changer in the way businesses in the Philippines experience cybersecurity and connectivity," James Tsiolis, managing director and CEO of Netlinkz and chairman of SecureLink Networks, said on Wednesday.   

Netlinkz will provide expertise in Software-Defined Wide Area Networks (SDWAN) and proprietary VSN+ technology, which features zero-trust architecture, end-to-end encryption, and secure remote access. 

For his part James Velasquez, CEO and president of PT&T and CEO of SecureLink Networks, said the company will leverage its telecommunications and IT infrastructure to ensure nationwide coverage.

Beyond VSN+, SecureLink Networks provides fiber, 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), and satellite broadband, ensuring low-latency, high-speed internet access even in remote and underserved areas. 

It also offers cloud services, cybersecurity monitoring, and managed IT infrastructure, allowing businesses to scale and innovate without security concerns.