SecureKey
Acquisition in 2022
SecureKey Technologies Inc., established in 2008 with headquarters in Toronto, Canada, specializes in providing secure identity and authentication solutions for online services. The company operates by building cloud-based identity networks, facilitating frictionless digital identities, and offering professional services. SecureKey serves diverse markets such as banking, government, healthcare, and enterprise sectors, ensuring consumers have secure access to critical online platforms while maintaining privacy. It maintains strategic collaborations with notable partners like Digital Bazaar and is backed by prominent investors including Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Rogers Venture Partners, and Intel Capital. With additional offices in Boston and San Francisco, SecureKey's services enable organizations to build or subscribe to identity networks that prioritize both security and privacy for consumers.
Evernym
Acquisition in 2021
Evernym, Inc. is a technology company based in Draper, Utah, that specializes in self-sovereign identity solutions. Founded in 2012, it operates the Sovrin network, an open-source distributed ledger specifically designed for managing identity data. Evernym's platform enables individuals and organizations to securely control and exchange verifiable claims, facilitating trusted interactions in various sectors. The company collaborates with leading businesses, institutions, and NGOs to develop privacy-focused identity solutions, allowing users to maintain ownership of their personal information. Through its innovative approach, Evernym is advancing the infrastructure for identity management, aiming to empower individuals with greater control over their digital identities.
Tenta Browser
Acquisition in 2020
Tenta Browser is a privacy-focused internet browser that encrypts and securely stores users' downloaded data, including bookmarks, tab history, notifications, images, videos, and documents. Access to these files requires a PIN entry, ensuring only the user can view them in private media players. Additionally, Tenta offers a 'Vault' feature allowing users to encrypt personal videos and images with just two taps. The browser decentralizes browsing data and uses a virtual private network (VPN) for secure, private browsing without storing history or passwords on centralized servers, enabling global access regardless of online restrictions or censorship policies.
Steel Mountain Systems
Acquisition in 2019
Steel Mountain Systems is a company that develops home network security devices, including routers and smart security add-ons that protect networks and connected devices from viruses, external hackers, and malware. Its products provide virus scanning, anomaly detection and analytics, and IoT device protection, while disabling tracking, blocking ads, and blocking domains that spread malware. The devices plug directly into home routers and are designed to require minimal setup, staying up to date to keep devices secure. The company also offers notifications about intrusion attempts via a companion app, enabling homeowners to monitor and control their security systems.
Inloopx
Acquisition in 2018
Inloopx is a software development company recognized for its expertise in creating innovative mobile and web applications, as well as AV/VR solutions. As a Microsoft partner and Google Android-certified organization, Inloopx has garnered accolades such as being featured in the Deloitte CE Technology Fast 50 rankings. The company employs over 130 professionals across eight offices in the U.S. and Europe, fostering a culture that emphasizes work-life balance and collaboration. Inloopx is committed to delivering quality solutions throughout the product lifecycle, from analysis and design to development, testing, and support. With a focus on user experience, the company has partnered with leading organizations including Intel, Volkswagen, and Mercedes-Benz, as well as numerous startups, to help them protect digital information and enhance their technological offerings.
Piriform
Acquisition in 2017
Piriform Limited is a London-based software company specializing in PC optimization solutions, established in 2004. As a subsidiary of Avast Software, it focuses on developing award-winning software applications that enhance the performance of personal computers. Its flagship product, CCleaner, has achieved over 1 billion installations globally, making it one of the most trusted optimization tools, utilized by millions across 195 countries. The company employs a skilled team complemented by dedicated volunteers who assist in testing, supporting, and localizing its software into more than 40 languages. Piriform's products are rigorously tested for quality and compatibility, including certification with Microsoft and Code Signing by Verisign.
AVG Technologies, established in 1991 and based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, specializes in providing anti-virus and internet security software for a wide range of platforms, including PC, Mac, Android, iPhone, and iPad. The company offers solutions tailored for both individual consumers and small businesses, focusing on digital protection, performance, and privacy. AVG's product portfolio includes AVG Protection FREE, AVG Protection PRO, AVG AntiVirus FREE, AVG Internet Security, and other security and performance enhancement tools. It also provides cloud-based security and management platforms for businesses through AVG Business.
Remotium
Acquisition in 2015
Remotium, Inc. is a company specializing in mobile application security software, founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Mateo, California. The company is recognized for its innovative virtual mobile platform, which leverages patent-pending virtualization and advanced streaming technology to provide secure access to enterprise applications from various mobile devices. This platform addresses the security challenges faced by organizations, allowing corporate IT to maintain granular visibility and control over data while ensuring compliance with corporate policies. Remotium's solution enhances user experience by delivering applications that appear to run natively on mobile devices, thereby facilitating seamless adoption by employees. Additionally, the platform is designed for quick implementation, enabling organizations to transition to mobile access efficiently and effectively. As a subsidiary of AVAST Software s.r.o., Remotium continues to lead in mobile virtualization, transforming how enterprises approach mobility and data security.
Inmite s.r.o
Acquisition in 2014
Inmite s.r.o is a privately held company that develops applications and other solutions for mobile devices.
Jumpshot
Acquisition in 2013
Jumpshot Inc. is a technology company based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in computer management and security software. Founded in 2010, Jumpshot develops solutions to address issues such as viruses, spyware, and unwanted software. The company also offers insights into consumers' online behaviors by tracking their interactions across numerous categories and websites. This data allows major brands and agencies to make informed, data-driven decisions, enhancing their ability to drive traffic, optimize marketing channels, and improve return on investment in their online sales efforts. Jumpshot operates as a subsidiary of Avast plc.
secure.me
Acquisition in 2013
secure.me is a privacy protection company focused on enhancing the safety of social networks and mobile applications. Founded in 2009 by Mario Grobholz and Christian Sigl, the company offers a sophisticated cloud service primarily connected to Facebook, which is central to many users' online interactions. secure.me enables individuals to safeguard their sensitive information, manage the applications they utilize, and minimize oversharing. The platform is recognized as the leading Facebook security app, boasting 150,000 daily active users across over 100 countries and available in ten different languages. In May 2013, secure.me became part of AVAST Software, a prominent antivirus provider, further solidifying its position in the privacy protection sector. The company operates offices in San Francisco, California, and Munich, Germany.
myON-ID Media
Acquisition in 2013
myON-ID Media is a privately held company specializes in social network security.
ITAgents interactive software solutions GmbH
Acquisition in 2011
ITAgents interactive software solutions GmbH is an advanced anti-theft software for mobile devices. The company’s software can be installed in Nokia Symbian or Android Smartphones. Its software enables its users to remotely control the phone by SMS as well as replies to the commands by SMS.
ITAgents interactive software solutions GmbH is an Austria-based company that was founded in 2010 by Reinhard Holzner.