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Check Point Software has acquired AI security startup Lakera to enhance its GenAI Protect platform and provide comprehensive security for AI usage and applications. The integration aims to address both employee AI usage risks and the security of AI-powered applications, leveraging Lakera's proprietary foundational models and expertise in safety-critical AI. This move positions Check Point as a leading vendor with a production-ready, full-stack AI security platform.
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