Between startups securing millions of dollars in venture capital funding and larger companies gobbling up smaller companies, IT security is red hot, with no signs of cooling off soon.
October was a record month for security acquisitions, with more than 10 deals and total costs in excess of $1.5 billion — and that’s counting only the ones where financial terms were disclosed. While the pace may slow a bit for the remainder of the year, expect more to come as companies scout for new tech, talent, and market opportunities.
This is by no means a complete list, but the following acquisitions were announced in October:
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