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EQT has acquired a majority stake in the Swiss cybersecurity firm Acronis, valuing the company at more than $3.5 billion as it expands its presence in the security market.

Key Points

  • Private equity firm EQT purchased a majority share of Acronis to bolster its cybersecurity portfolio.
  • The transaction values the entire Swiss-based cybersecurity business at over $3.5 billion.
  • Acronis specializes in integrated cyber protection, combining data backup and recovery with advanced security features.
  • The deal reflects ongoing consolidation within the global cybersecurity industry as firms seek to scale operations.

Why it Matters

This acquisition highlights the continued high valuation of cybersecurity companies as businesses prioritize data protection and recovery services. The move provides EQT with a significant foothold in the enterprise security market while offering Acronis additional resources to compete against larger industry rivals.
Theregister.com Published by Connor Jones
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