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[Traps](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/blog/tag/traps/?ts=markdown)

As we head into the final weeks of Q3 FY17, this week's Channel Scoop will be a review. So, sit back and relax while we bring you this week's Channel Scoop Review.

* **PAN-OS 8.0 Launch:** We kicked off the quarter [announcing](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/blog/2017/02/announcing-pan-os-8-0-biggest-launch-yet/) the largest release in Palo Alto Networks history. This announcement included more than 70 enhancements to our Next-Generation Security Platform and solidified our thinking beyond on the point channel strategy, which Ron Myers captures in [this blog](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/blog/2017/02/partner-pan-os-8-0-thinking-beyond-the-point-channel-strategy/). To access the latest PAN-OS 8.0 partner content and training, go to our dedicated [Partner Portal page](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/partners/nextwave-partner-portal/help-me-sell/new-pan-os-8).

* **CYBERFORCE Launch:** From our largest release to our [first partner technical recognition program](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/blog/2017/03/partner-cyberforce-new-exclusive-palo-alto-networks-partner-recognition-program/), we have introduced a lot in Q3 FY17. CYBERFORCE is an exclusive program, featuring an elite group of highly trained, self-sufficient Palo Alto Networks partner engineers, who have earned their membership. Want to the be our next member? Learn more on our dedicated [CYBERFORCE Partner Portal page](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/partners/nextwave-partner-portal/help-me-learn/cyberforce).

* **Ignite 2017:** It's the industry's premier security event. This is the best sales tool we offer our partners so get your customers and prospects to [invest in joining](https://ignite.paloaltonetworks.com/forms/regform.html) us in beautiful Vancouver, June 12-15. We have more content coming soon, but we have a [Partner FAQ](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/partners/marketing/docs/pan-ic17-partner-faq.pdf) and a [Sell 10 Get 1 Free partner promotion](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/partners/nextwave/palo-alto-networks-ignite-partner-promo.pdf) available today.

* **First Traps Specialized Compliance Check:** Partners who fail to meet the [Traps Specialized requirements](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/partners/marketing/traps/traps-requirements-capabilities.pdf), including our new [PSE: Endpoint-Professional Exam](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/content/dam/pan/en_US/assets/pdf/datasheets/education/PSE%20Endpoint-P%20Exam%203.4.pdf) and our recently updated [ASE: Endpoint Associate](https://paloaltonetworks.csod.com/LMS/LoDetails/DetailsLo.aspx?loid=4fc312c7-460b-4d04-9347-060e8d73838d#t=1) training (capturing Traps v3.4), by August 2017 will lose their Traps Specialization status.

* **3 Keys for Q3 FY17:** In case you missed it, here's the Q3 NextWave Huddle [recap blog](https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/blog/2017/03/partner-nextwave-huddle-recap-3-keys-palo-alto-networks-partners-q3-fy17/).

\*To access content on the Partner Portal you must be a Palo Alto Networks NextWave channel partner and have a valid user name and password. Email [NextWave@paloaltonetworks.com](mailto:NextWave@paloaltonetworks.com) to request Partner Portal access.

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**Ignite '17 Security Conference: Vancouver, BC June 12--15, 2017**

Ignite '17 Security Conference is a live, four-day conference designed for today's security professionals. Hear from innovators and experts, gain real-world skills through hands-on sessions and interactive workshops, and find out how breach prevention is changing the security industry. Visit the [Ignite website](http://www.paloaltonetworksignite.com) for more information on tracks, workshops and marquee sessions.

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