Merge IT partner company, Tier4 AI Platform Detects and Resolves Threat in Just 6 Minutes—Hours Ahead of Microsoft Alert
Fort Lauderdale, FL — October 8, 2025 — Merge IT partner company Tier4 AI, a next-generation cybersecurity platform, has demonstrated its unmatched speed and precision by autonomously detecting and neutralizing a critical compromise in just six minutes—well before Microsoft issued any alert.
The incident, which involved a sophisticated intrusion attempt targeting a mid-sized enterprise, was intercepted and resolved by Tier4’s AI-driven threat response platform. Microsoft’s security notification arrived four hours later, long after Tier4’s platform had already contained and remediated the threat.
“This is a defining moment for autonomous cybersecurity,” said Jon Ticknor, Chief Technology Officer at Tier4 AI. “While traditional systems rely on delayed alerts and manual intervention, Tier4 proves that real-time, automated defense is not only possible—it’s essential.”
Rob Klaus, CEO of Merge IT, added: “Merge offers the Tier4 platform to all its customers and partners because it is a proven and cost-effective solution. This incident reinforces why Tier4 is our go-to recommendation for proactive cybersecurity solutions.”
Tier4’s breakthrough highlights the growing need for proactive, intelligent security solutions that can outpace evolving threats. The platform’s ability to self-diagnose and resolve identified threats without human input sets a new benchmark for enterprise protection.
About Tier4 AI Tier4 is a cybersecurity platform built for speed, autonomy, and resilience. Powered by advanced AI and behavioral analytics, Tier4 delivers real-time threat detection and automated response to protect organizations from modern cyber threats.