Check Point Software Technologies has completed its acquisition of Lakera, a leading AI-focused security company based in Zurich. By bringing together Check Point’s security solutions and Lakera’s experience in AI security and testing, the company is creating the complete AI Security Platform.
The combination of Check Point’s strong prevention-based security and Lakera’s expertise in threat detection and rule creation results in a single platform that protects all areas of AI use, including systems, models, agents, and people. Lakera’s worldwide testing group, Gandalf, is the largest network for AI security testing. This group regularly tests Lakera’s models against real threats, giving Check Point up-to-date information to help organisations make their AI systems stronger.
This acquisition allows Check Point to reach more customers, as companies now understand that using AI without security can lead to serious business and reputation problems. For business news and experts, this shows that Check Point is moving from focusing only on Internet and Cloud Security to leading in AI Security, which is the next big area for the company and the industry.
About Lakera
Lakera is a leading AI security platform that protects large companies and technology businesses from new AI-related cyber risks. Lakera’s security systems improve in real time to defend businesses from new threats, with help from Gandalf, a top global testing group, and their own AI technology. Lakera was started by David Haber, Dr Mateo Rojas-Carulla, and Dr Matthias Kraft in 2021 and has offices in both Zurich and San Francisco. To learn more, visit Lakera.ai.
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