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Palo Alto Networks Acquires CyberArk for $25 Billion

2/13/2026

Summary

Story summary

Palo Alto Networks has completed its $25 billion acquisition of CyberArk.
It plans to list on Tel Aviv Stock Exchange under CYBR, making Palo Alto Networks the largest firm by market capitalization on the exchange.
CEO Nikesh Arora says all identities—human, machine, and AI—must be secured amid cyber threats.
The integration aims to enhance Palo Alto Networks' cybersecurity offerings, with investors watching progress ahead of February 17, 2026 quarterly results.

History

Historical Context

In 2023, Palo Alto Networks acquired CyberArk for $25 billion, a significant move in the cybersecurity sector. This follows the 2013 launch of the National Institute of Standards and Technology's Cybersecurity Framework, aimed at improving security across industries. As cyber threats rise, this merger may reshape industry standards and influence future cybersecurity strategies and investments.

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Story summary

Palo Alto Networks has completed its $25 billion acquisition of CyberArk.
It plans to list on Tel Aviv Stock Exchange under CYBR, making Palo Alto Networks the largest firm by market capitalization on the exchange.
CEO Nikesh Arora says all identities—human, machine, and AI—must be secured amid cyber threats.
The integration aims to enhance Palo Alto Networks' cybersecurity offerings, with investors watching progress ahead of February 17, 2026 quarterly results.

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