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Proofpoint lines up $6.3 billion deal for Varonis’ data security
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Summary
- Cybersecurity giant Proofpoint says it will acquire Miami-based data visibility and security company Varonis in an all-cash transaction worth $6.3 billion.
Products and services involved
- Proofpoint96% match confidence
Pulse
Last checked 1 Nov · Recheck overdue since 2 Nov 2026, 17:33 UK time · 2 quiet checks collapsed
- Story16 Oct 2026, 16:01 UK time · 16 Oct
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Proofpoint lines up $6.3 billion deal for Varonis’ data security
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Proofpoint lines up $6.3 billion deal for Varonis’ data security
- ProbableSummary fact75% confidence
Cybersecurity giant Proofpoint says it will acquire Miami-based data visibility and security company Varonis in an all-cash transaction worth $6.3 billion.