ShieldX Networks
Multi-cloud micro-segmentation and network security.
Outcome
Acquired by Fortinet (FTNT) — integrated into FortiGate network security platform
Lesson Learned
Multi-cloud micro-segmentation found a home inside a platform vendor. Lesson: niche capabilities get absorbed by firewall giants seeking cloud relevance.
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