AI Security Arms Race: Check Point Snags Lakera Amid Growing Demand
Check Point Software Technologies is beefing up its AI security game by acquiring Lakera. The move reflects soaring demand for safeguarding AI, especially as it transforms into the new office pet—adorable but occasionally prone to gnawing on your network cables. Expect end-to-end protection from pre-deployment to real-time monitoring.
Hot Take:
**_It seems like Check Point is not just guarding your network, but now they are also trying to protect your AI from becoming self-aware and taking over the world. Lakera, with its Gandalf AI network, will probably be screening for any “You shall not pass!” moments in the AI lifecycle. The only thing missing now is a wizard hat for Nadav Zafrir!_**
Key Points:
– Check Point Software Technologies plans to acquire Lakera, a security company for Agentic AI applications.
– Lakera is known for products like Lakera Red and Lakera Guard, focusing on preventing prompt injection and data leakage.
– The acquisition reflects a growing demand for AI security as businesses increasingly integrate AI into their operations.
– Lakera will form the basis of Check Point’s Global Center of Excellence for AI Security.
– The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025, with a reported price tag of $300 million.