January 3, 2024 at 09:42AM
In December 2023, 25 cybersecurity-related merger and acquisition (M&A) deals were announced. Some key acquisitions include ACI Learning acquiring Infosec Learning, DeepSeas acquiring GreyCastle Security, and Entersekt acquiring Modirum 3-D Secure. Additionally, there were several other notable acquisitions in the cybersecurity industry.
From the meeting notes, I have gathered the following key takeaways:
1. ACI Learning has acquired Infosec Learning, expanding its portfolio and enhancing its cybersecurity training offerings.
2. DeepSeas has acquired GreyCastle Security, further enhancing its audit readiness, CISO advisory, and incident response preparedness services.
3. Entersekt has acquired Modirum 3-D Secure from Modirum, fueling its global expansion in financial authentication.
4. Francisco Partners has completed the purchase of Blancco Technology Group, aiding organizations in protecting end-of-life data and complying with data protection and privacy requirements.
5. The International Association for Business Analytics Certification (IABAC) has acquired the US-based International Institute for Information Security (IIFIS) to add cybersecurity to its educational offerings.
6. Lynx Software Technologies has acquired Timesys Corporation, expanding its capabilities for mission-critical embedded systems.
7. Mend.io has acquired Atom Security, strengthening its presence in the application security domain.
8. Okta has acquired Spera Security, aiming to enhance its identity threat detection and security posture management capabilities.
9. ST Engineering Info-Security has acquired D’Crypt, enabling it to strengthen its cryptographic and quantum capabilities and expand its encryption offering.
10. Wiz has acquired Raftt, bringing it closer to creating a solution desired by both security and development teams.
11. Wavenet has acquired Falanx Cyber, further boosting the capabilities of its CyberGuard division.
12. Xalient has acquired Grabowsky BV, accelerating its position in the digital identity space and aiding its expansion into the Benelux region.
Additionally, there is a list of deals involving managed security services providers (MSSPs), distributors, and companies that don’t exclusively offer cybersecurity services and solutions, which are separately being tracked by SecurityWeek.
I hope these takeaways accurately reflect the key information from the meeting notes. Let me know if there is anything else I can assist you with.