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Zscaler to buy Symmetry Systems targeting AI agent security

Zscaler will acquire enterprise data-asset monitoring startup Symmetry Systems, SiliconANGLE reported on May 21. The deal value was not disclosed. Symmetry Systems builds a platform that automatically inventories enterprise data across public cloud, SaaS applications and on-premises hardware, including air-gapped environments. It tags files by sensitivity, monitors changes and abnormal access attempts, and helps detect ransomware activity and data exposure. Zscaler plans to integrate Symmetry Systems\' AI agent governance into its Zero Trust Exchange.

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Akamai to buy AI, browser security firm LayerX for $205 million

Akamai will acquire AI and browser security specialist LayerX for about $205 million, SecurityWeek reported on May 14. LayerX has developed a security platform that monitors and controls user and AI agent activity in real time across browsers, applications and integrated development environments. Its tools support shadow AI detection, prevention of generative AI data leaks, access control for AI tools and protection for AI browsers and plugins. It also offers browser security features.

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Genians Q1 sales up 25.5 percent to 11.74 billion won, operating profit jumps 47-fold

Genians said first-quarter consolidated sales rose 25.5 percent from a year earlier to 11.74 billion won, while operating profit came to 1.74 billion won, more than 47 times higher. The company said growth was led by its NAC and EDR businesses, along with expansion into cloud NAC and MDR services. It also said it secured meaningful customers for its Genian Home security solution and sees new opportunities in the second half.