Trend Micro buys UK encryption firm
Posted on February 27, 2008
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Robert Jaques, vnunet.com,
Tuesday 26 February 2008 at 00:00:00
Identum snapped up for undisclosed sum
Security firm Trend Micro is to acquire UK-based Identum, a developer of
email encryption and cryptography technologies. Under its new name of Trend
Micro (Bristol), the company will integrate Identum’s technology into existing
Trend Micro offerings. Eva Chen, chief executive and co-founder at Trend Micro,
claimed that the acquisition will ensure a more secure internet experience for
customers. Andy Dancer, chief technical officer at Identum, added: “Our team of
cryptography experts is excited at the opportunity to join Trend Micro which is
lauded for its innovative security solutions.” Existing Identum products will
continue to be available under Trend Micro’s brand. Financial details were not
disclosed.
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