Forcepoint finalizes purchase of Getvisibility – Corporate Compliance Insights

Just recently, Forcepoint finalized its acquisition of Getvisibility, a company that leverages AI technology to enhance data security posture management and detection and response capabilities. This strategic move further bolsters Forcepoint’s Data Security Everywhere platform, enabling the efficient management of data risks in hybrid cloud and generative AI environments.

The acquisition comes after a successful two-year collaboration between the two companies. Getvisibility’s innovative AI mesh technology will now form an essential component of Forcepoint’s architecture, facilitating continuous data discovery, classification, and risk-based mitigation. With this acquisition, Mark Brosnan, co-founder of Getvisibility, assumes the role of global engineering lead for data security posture management at Forcepoint, while Ronan Murphy, another co-founder, transitions into the position of chief data strategy officer.

Ryan Windham, CEO of Forcepoint, emphasized the significance of this integration, stating, “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.”

The completion of this acquisition marks a significant milestone in Forcepoint’s journey towards enhancing its data security offerings. The incorporation of Getvisibility’s AI-powered solutions demonstrates Forcepoint’s commitment to providing cutting-edge data security solutions to its clients.

In other news, U.S. Compliance recently announced the acquisition of OECS, a renowned provider of environmental, health, and safety consulting services. This acquisition further strengthens U.S. Compliance’s service portfolio and geographical presence.

Moreover, Schwarzwald Capital has made a strategic investment in Vesta, a leading transaction guarantee provider specializing in online payments. This collaboration is expected to drive innovation in fraud prevention solutions and enhance the security of online financial transactions.

Additionally, High Peaks Solutions has acquired a technology platform from Dteckt to bolster its third-party risk assessment capabilities. This acquisition will enable High Peaks Solutions to offer more comprehensive and effective risk assessment services to its clients.

Overall, these recent acquisitions and investments underscore the dynamic nature of the cybersecurity and compliance landscape. Companies are continuously seeking innovative solutions to mitigate risks, enhance security, and ensure regulatory compliance in an increasingly complex and interconnected digital environment.