Acquiring Company
Bitdefender
Acquired Company
BitShield
Bucharest
Kuala LumpurInformation TechnologySecurityCyber SecurityAnalyticsNetwork SecurityInformation TechnologyCyber SecurityNetwork SecurityDescription
Bitdefender, a global leader in cybersecurity, has finalized the acquisition of a key division of BitShield, which has been responsible for distributing Bitdefender solutions in Malaysia and Brunei. This strategic move underscores Bitdefender’s commitment to expanding its presence in the Asia-Pacific region and delivering advanced cybersecurity solutions for business and government customers.
Quick answer
Bitdefender is acquiring BitShield, announced February 12, 2025. Bitdefender is based in Bucharest, Bucuresti, Romania.
- How much did Bitdefender pay for BitShield?
- The deal value was not disclosed.
- What does Bitdefender do?
- Bitdefender is a cybersecurity leader delivering best-in-class threat prevention, detection, and response solutions worldwide.
- Where are Bitdefender and BitShield based?
- Bitdefender is based in Bucharest, Bucuresti, Romania. BitShield is based in Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
- Who are the decision-makers at Bitdefender?
- Fundz holds 2 contacts at Bitdefender. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.
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Who acquired BitShield?
BitShield was acquired by Bitdefender, based in Bucharest. The deal was reported on February 12, 2025. Bitdefender is a cybersecurity leader delivering best-in-class threat prevention, detection, and response solutions worldwide. Bitdefender is privately held and operates in Information Technology.
When did Bitdefender acquire BitShield?
Bitdefender's acquisition of BitShield was reported on February 12, 2025. Bitdefender, a global leader in cybersecurity, has finalized the acquisition of a key division of BitShield, which has been responsible for distributing Bitdefender solutions in Malaysia and Brunei. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.
What does BitShield do?
Bitshield Data Defense Sd.Bhd. is the Country Partner for Bitdefender in Malaysia and Brunei. We also provide a wider range of cybersecurity technologies and services in Malaysia. It is privately held, operating in Information Technology, and is based in Kuala Lumpur.
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