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Zawya
07-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Forcepoint completes acquisition of Getvisibility
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – Global data security leader Forcepoint today announced it has completed its acquisition of Getvisibility, a pioneer in AI-powered Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) and Data Detection and Response (DDR). This milestone expands Forcepoint's Data Security Everywhere platform, giving organizations real-time visibility and control over data risk across hybrid cloud and GenAI environments. The acquisition strengthens Forcepoint's ability to deliver full-lifecycle data security—from discovery and classification to real-time risk mitigation—across hybrid environments, cloud platforms and GenAI ecosystems. 'Data moves fast—so does risk,' said Ryan Windham, CEO of Forcepoint. 'By bringing Getvisibility fully into the Forcepoint family, we're making it possible to see risk as it happens and stop it before it spreads. We built modern DLP—and now, together with Getvisibility, we're building out AI Mesh and risk insights to understand, adapt and secure data before it's lost or misused—while helping our customers embrace innovation with confidence.' AI Mesh + Data Security Everywhere = Smarter, Faster Protection Getvisibility's patented AI Mesh technology—an interconnected network of fine-tuned, task-specific AI models—delivers exceptional accuracy and context in data discovery, classification, and risk-based prioritization and mitigation. These AI-driven DSPM and DDR capabilities now serve as a foundational layer within Forcepoint's Data Security Everywhere architecture, giving customers a unified solution to: Continuously discover and classify sensitive data across SaaS, GenAI, cloud, on-prem and email environments Instantly detect risky behavior and enforce policies before data loss occurs—without slowing down innovation Dynamically adapt to protect sensitive information shared through email, networks, endpoints, including BYOD, and web, SaaS and GenAI tools like ChatGPT Enterprise, Microsoft Copilot, and Google Gemini Forcepoint and Getvisibility had partnered for over two years before the acquisition, delivering advanced DSPM and DDR capabilities to customers around the world. This combination makes deeper integration possible, enabling MSSPs, channel partners, enterprises, and government agencies to unlock the full power of AI to prevent data loss, meet compliance goals and mitigate cyber risk—without adding operational complexity. 'Our mandate has always been simple: help customers secure their data,' said Mark Brosnan, co-founder and CEO of Getvisibility. 'Joining Forcepoint allows us to take that mission further and faster—bringing real-time risk visibility and automated protection to organizations operating in the most complex and high-stakes environments.' As part of the transition, Brosnan joins Forcepoint as Global Engineering Lead for DSPM, and co-founder Ronan Murphy comes onboard as Chief Data Strategy Officer. This acquisition is the next step in Forcepoint's mission to redefine data security for the AI era – where data moves fast, and protection must move faster. To learn more about Forcepoint's Data Security Everywhere solutions, visit: Paul Hastings LLP (U.S.) and O'Flynn Eshams LLP (Ireland) served as legal advisors to Forcepoint in the transaction. Experience it at RSA 2025 During the week of the RSA conference, April 28-May 1, the company will provide hands-on opportunities with the company's Data Security Everywhere portfolio including DLP, DSPM, DDR and AI-Mesh at the Forcepoint Experience Center on the fourth floor of the St. Regis San Francisco. Organizations that want to learn more and get demos can request a meeting. For additional information, see: Blog: Why Getvisibility Joined Forcepoint: Delivering Clarity, Context and Control for the Age of AI News Release: Forcepoint to Acquire Getvisibility, Expanding AI-driven Data Security and Risk Visibility Forcepoint DSPM product page Forcepoint DDR product page Forcepoint Data Security Everywhere About Forcepoint Forcepoint simplifies security for global businesses and governments. The company's Data Security Everywhere architecture makes it easy to adopt Zero Trust and prevent the theft or loss of sensitive data and intellectual property no matter where people are working. Based in Austin, Texas, Forcepoint creates safe, trusted environments for customers and their employees in more than 150 countries. About Getvisibility Getvisibility empowers organizations with comprehensive data, visibility and context across all environments. Our tailored AI solutions seamlessly integrate with your technology landscape, continuously identify and rank risks, and proactively manage your protected surface. Media Contact: ForcepointUAE@
TECHx
07-04-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Forcepoint Acquires Getvisibility to Boost Data Security Solution
Forcepoint Acquires Getvisibility to Boost Data Security Solution Forcepoint has completed its acquisition of Getvisibility, an AI-powered Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) and Data Detection and Response (DDR) firm. This acquisition strengthens Forcepoint's Data Security Everywhere platform, providing organizations with real-time visibility and control over data risks in hybrid cloud and GenAI environments. The deal enhances Forcepoint's ability to offer full-lifecycle data security. From discovery and classification to real-time risk mitigation, it now supports hybrid environments, cloud platforms, and GenAI ecosystems. 'Data moves fast—so does risk,' said Ryan Windham, CEO of Forcepoint. 'With Getvisibility now part of the Forcepoint family, we can identify risks as they occur and prevent them from spreading. Together, we're building AI Mesh and risk insights to secure data before it's lost or misused, enabling customers to innovate confidently.' Getvisibility's AI Mesh technology, an interconnected network of task-specific AI models, offers exceptional accuracy in data discovery, classification, and risk mitigation. This technology is now a core component of Forcepoint's Data Security Everywhere platform. As a result, customers can continuously discover and classify sensitive data across SaaS, cloud, on-premises, and email environments. They can also detect risky behavior and enforce policies to prevent data loss without slowing innovation. Additionally, the solution dynamically adapts to protect sensitive data shared through various tools, including ChatGPT Enterprise, Microsoft Copilot, and Google Gemini. Forcepoint and Getvisibility had partnered for over two years prior to the acquisition, delivering advanced DSPM and DDR capabilities globally. This acquisition enables deeper integration, helping MSSPs, channel partners, enterprises, and government agencies mitigate cyber risks, achieve compliance, and prevent data loss without increasing operational complexity. Mark Brosnan, co-founder and CEO of Getvisibility, said, 'Our goal has always been to help customers secure their data. Joining Forcepoint allows us to accelerate that mission by providing real-time risk visibility and automated protection in the most complex environments.' As part of the transition, Brosnan will serve as Global Engineering Lead for DSPM, while co-founder Ronan Murphy will become Chief Data Strategy Officer. This acquisition is a key step in Forcepoint's mission to redefine data security in the AI era, where data moves quickly, and protection must move faster.
TECHx
20-03-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Forcepoint Announces Key Leadership Appointments - TECHx Media Forcepoint Announces Key Leadership Appointments
Forcepoint, a global data security company, has announced three key leadership appointments aimed at accelerating its AI-driven Data Security Everywhere strategy. Guy Shamilov has been named Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Bakshi Kohli as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Head of Global Engineering, and Naveen Palavalli's role has expanded to Chief Product Officer and Chief Marketing Officer (CPO and CMO). These strategic moves are designed to strengthen Forcepoint's vision to unify visibility and control across all stages of the data security lifecycle, from discovery and classification to monitoring, prioritization, and risk mitigation. As data continues to spread across hybrid environments and generative AI (GenAI) introduces new risks, Forcepoint underscores the need for dynamic, adaptive data security solutions. With automated, AI-powered platforms, businesses and governments can protect sensitive information and intellectual property from increasingly sophisticated AI-driven threats. Legacy security tools that operate in silos are no longer enough, and Forcepoint's platform aims to simplify the management of security policies, reduce risk, and enhance compliance by unifying data protection strategies. Ryan Windham, CEO of Forcepoint, emphasized the importance of AI in simplifying security management. 'Our mission is to embed AI automation into every aspect of data security,' said Windham. 'With AI Mesh at the heart of Forcepoint's insights and adaptive controls for risk, we provide full-lifecycle data security across hybrid and AI environments. Guy, Bakshi, and Naveen's leadership will play a critical role in accelerating innovation and strengthening customer security.' Guy Shamilov brings over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity and will lead Forcepoint's global security strategy. Before joining Forcepoint, Shamilov held key roles as CISO at Varonis, Tata Consultancy Services, and Traiana. He has been recognized for driving security innovation and risk management, earning the CISO of the Year award in 2023. Shamilov stated, 'With AI-driven attacks on the rise, businesses are struggling to adapt to evolving threats. Forcepoint's AI-powered platform offers end-to-end visibility and control to simplify management and mitigate risk.' Bakshi Kohli, with over 30 years of experience, will lead Forcepoint's global engineering teams and drive the company's architectural vision for its Data Security Everywhere platform. Kohli previously helped Zscaler grow its recurring revenue 15x and played a key role in its IPO. Kohli emphasized, 'GenAI is transforming security, and organizations must understand both the data fed into AI models and the insights they produce. Forcepoint is the only vendor delivering such a comprehensive, AI-powered data security platform.' Naveen Palavalli, who has nearly 25 years of experience in the cybersecurity industry, now oversees product strategy, roadmap, and marketing at Forcepoint. Since joining as CMO in April 2024, Palavalli has played a key role in launching solutions such as Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) and Data Detection and Response (DDR). Palavalli remarked, 'Security must evolve as rapidly as emerging threats, and this is essential for businesses to thrive in the AI era.' Forcepoint is also expanding its AI-driven data security capabilities with the planned acquisition of Getvisibility, a leader in AI-powered security solutions. This acquisition will integrate Getvisibility's DSPM, DDR, and AI-Mesh solutions into Forcepoint's existing portfolio, further strengthening its unified Data Security Everywhere architecture. By integrating these capabilities, Forcepoint enhances its ability to identify and protect sensitive data across cloud, web, and endpoint environments, providing customers with real-time protection without the complexity of managing multiple security tools.
Zawya
20-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Forcepoint strengthens executive leadership team to drive AI-powered data security innovation
RELATED TOPICS CYBERSECURITY RELATED COMPANIES Everfox TCS Zscaler Getvisibility Varonis KX Innovation Dubai, UAE – Forcepoint, a global leader in data security, today announced three strategic leadership appointments to accelerate innovation and execution of its AI-driven Data Security Everywhere strategy. Guy Shamilov has been named Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Bakshi Kohli as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Head of Global Engineering, and Naveen Palavalli's role has expanded to Chief Product Officer and Chief Marketing Officer (CPO and CMO). Today's appointments strengthen Forcepoint's vision to unify visibility and control across all stages of the data security lifecycle—from discovery and classification to prioritization, monitoring and risk mitigation. As data spreads across hybrid environments and generative AI (GenAI) introduces new risks, dynamic, adaptive data security is essential for protecting sensitive information and intellectual property from automated, AI-driven threats. Legacy security approaches relying on disconnected, one-off tools are no longer sustainable. By unifying security policies and leveraging AI-powered automation, Forcepoint's Data Security Everywhere platform enables businesses and governments to prevent data loss, simplify compliance and proactively defend against evolving cyber threats—all through a centralized, AI-driven architecture. 'Our mission is to simplify security for enterprises and governments by embedding AI automation into every aspect of data security,' said Ryan Windham, CEO of Forcepoint. 'With AI Mesh at the core of Forcepoint's insights and adaptive controls for risk, we uniquely deliver full-lifecycle data security across hybrid and AI environments. Guy, Bakshi and Naveen bring deep expertise to accelerate this product innovation, enhance customer security postures and drive our growth as the leader in unified data security.' Leadership to Meet the Growing Challenges of AI-based Security Risks Guy Shamilov, CISO – Security at the Core of Business Strategy With over 20 years of experience, Shamilov leads Forcepoint's global security strategy and operations, embedding cybersecurity into business culture, objectives and operations. Prior to Forcepoint, he served as CISO at Varonis, Tata Consultancy Services and Traiana, driving security innovation and risk management. He also holds the (ISC)² Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification and was named CISO of the Year in 2023 by NC Tech Association. 'CISOs today face an unprecedented challenge—AI-driven attacks are on the rise, and businesses are struggling to keep up with evolving threats, adapt strategies, and fix security gaps—all while managing complex tools and controls,' said Shamilov. 'Forcepoint is solving this problem with an end-to-end, AI-powered platform that brings visibility and control under one roof to simplify management, mitigate risk and reduce cost for CISOs.' Bakshi Kohli, CTO and Head of Global Engineering – Advancing AI-Powered Protection A technologist with over 30 years of experience, Kohli drives the architectural vision of Forcepoint's Data Security Everywhere platform and leads global engineering teams. At Zscaler, he helped grow recurring revenue 15x and played a key role in the company's successful IPO. 'GenAI is transforming security, and businesses and governments must understand what data is being fed into AI models and what insights are coming out,' said Kohli. 'AI also presents the perfect pathway for innovating data security. No other vendor delivers the depth and breadth of data security like Forcepoint. With world-class DLP and the Getvisibility acquisition, we are building the industry's most comprehensive data security platform—one that makes security stronger and more manageable.' • Naveen Palavalli, CPO and CMO – Unifying Product and Market Execution With nearly 25 years of technology experience in the cybersecurity industry, Palavalli now oversees product strategy, roadmap and marketing, ensuring seamless alignment between innovation and customer needs. Since joining Forcepoint as CMO in April 2024, he has driven the launch of Data Security Posture Management (DSPM), Data Detection and Response (DDR), and AI-Mesh capabilities—powered by Getvisibility. 'Security must adapt as fast as the threats do, which makes all the difference between which businesses thrive or simply survive in the AI era,' said Palavalli. 'Customers tell us daily there must be a simpler way to keep up. Bringing together product and marketing underscores Forcepoint's commitment to delivering real-time, adaptive data security solutions developed with customers, for customers.' Expanding AI Security Capabilities These leadership appointments come as Forcepoint expands its AI-driven data security capabilities with the planned acquisition of Getvisibility, a leader in AI-powered security solutions. The acquisition strengthens Forcepoint's Data Security Everywhere architecture—including DLP, CASB and SWG—with deeper DSPM, DDR and AI-Mesh integration to help customers identify and protect sensitive data in real time. With this unified approach, Forcepoint brings visibility and control under one roof, enabling organizations to secure their data across cloud, web and endpoint environments, without the complexity of managing multiple security tools. About Forcepoint Forcepoint simplifies security for global businesses and governments. The company's Data Security Everywhere architecture makes it easy to adopt Zero Trust and prevent the theft or loss of sensitive data and intellectual property no matter where people are working. Based in Austin, Texas, Forcepoint creates safe, trusted environments for customers and their employees in more than 150 countries. Media Contact: Forcepoint@
Web Release
12-03-2025
- Business
- Web Release
Forcepoint to Acquire Getvisibility, Expanding AI-Driven Data Security and Risk Visibility
Global data security leader Forcepoint today announced the company has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Getvisibility, an innovator in AI-powered Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) and Data Detection and Response (DDR). Forcepoint's Data Security Everywhere platform unifies visibility and control over sensitive data, while Getvisibility enhances the user's ability to identify and mitigate data risk. The acquisition tightens the synergy to simplify security management, enhance risk mitigation and speed compliance for enterprise and government customers. The agreement builds on a successful multi-year partnership, further integrating Getvisibility's AI-driven risk visibility and remediation within Forcepoint's full-lifecycle data security solutions. By strengthening interoperability between Getvisibility's DSPM and DDR capabilities and the Data Security Everywhere architecture, Forcepoint enables seamless discovery, classification, prioritization, remediation and protection of sensitive data—including PII, intellectual property and other critical assets—across modern hybrid and AI environments. For more than two years, Getvisibility's DSPM and AI-mesh technology—a coordinated network of specialized AI models designed to improve accuracy and speed in data classification and risk detection—has been a core component in Forcepoint's data security approach. Using Getvisibility technology, customers and partners gain superior visibility and insights into data risks such as redundant and obsolete data, improper access, misplaced files and regulatory exposure. Getvisibility's DDR capabilities, with integrated AI, automate classification and enable dynamic remediation to mitigate threats before they escalate. This acquisition expands that integration, delivering comprehensive security that continuously adapts to how users' access, share and interact with data across devices, cloud applications and GenAI platforms. 'Data is the new currency of business, and every organization is racing to unlock its value while minimizing risk,' said Ryan Windham, CEO of Forcepoint. 'By further integrating Getvisibility's AI-driven DSPM and DDR into our portfolio, Forcepoint is equipping enterprises and governments with the visibility, automation and adaptive controls needed to transform data security from a compliance obligation into a strategic advantage. This acquisition reinforces our commitment to helping organizations protect sensitive data at scale, while turning security into a driver of growth and innovation.' Managing data risk is critical for every organization's success. All businesses are dependent on data which is crucial for accurate insights, decision-making, driving innovation and gaining a competitive edge. Loss of proprietary and sensitive data results in more than regulatory fines and remediation costs, today averaging $5 million per data breach. With the fast-rising tide of class action suits, industry insiders predict that breach-related class action costs will exceed regulatory fines by 50 percent in 2025. The stakes for mitigating data vulnerability and risk have never been higher. 'With data surging throughout the cloud, and GenAI systems increasing the risk that sensitive information will get exposed, organizations are struggling to know where their data actually is, how it's being used, what the sensitivity of the data is, and how to protect it,' said Frank Dickson, Group Vice President for Cybersecurity Products at IDC. 'They are tired of cobbling together siloed products and now are looking for new, integrated approaches that unify visibility and control so that they can reduce the complexity, cost, and risk of innovating.' Enhancing Data Security with AI for AI and Emerging Technologies Forcepoint's Data Security Everywhere approach unifies security policies across AI websites, endpoints, email, SaaS applications and custom environments. With Getvisibility's DSPM and DDR capabilities even more deeply integrated, organizations will gain: Proactive risk visibility: Continuous discovery and classification of sensitive data across SaaS, cloud, and on-premises environments Real-time threat mitigation: Automated enforcement of security policies across CASB, Web Security and Enterprise DLP Adaptive security controls: Policy enforcement that uses the intelligence of AI to dynamically protect sensitive data across AI platforms (e.g., ChatGPT Enterprise, Copilot, Gemini) and enterprise applications Ronan Murphy, Co-founder of Getvisibility, added: 'From day one, our mission has been to help organizations understand their data risks—because you can't secure what you don't see. Real-time risk mitigation is key to preventing breaches before they happen. By joining forces with data security's original architects, Forcepoint, we're amplifying our AI-powered insights to help customers and partners pinpoint risk, protecting critical data assets with accuracy and speed that redefine industry standards.' With this acquisition, Forcepoint is redefining data security in the AI era—enabling organizations to secure their most critical assets, ensure compliance and stay ahead of modern cyber threats. Further details on the integration of Getvisibility within Forcepoint's Data Security Everywhere portfolio will be announced later this year following completion of the acquisition. To learn more about Forcepoint's Data Security Everywhere solutions, please visit 'We couldn't be more excited to formally unite with Forcepoint and bring our teams into such a successful company to form a formidable force in data security,' said Mark Brosnan, Co-founder of Getvisibility. 'By joining Forcepoint, we're amplifying our AI-driven risk mitigation capabilities and accelerating innovation, ensuring customers have the most advanced solutions to protect their most critical data assets.' Paul Hastings LLP (U.S.) and O'Flynn Exhams LLP (Ireland) acted as legal advisor to Forcepoint. The post Forcepoint to Acquire Getvisibility, Expanding AI-Driven Data Security and Risk Visibility appeared first on Web Release.
