F5 Networks Stock Reaches Record High on AI Security Acquisition

F5 Networks shares surged to an unprecedented $334.59 yesterday following the company’s announcement of its $180 million acquisition of AI security specialist CalypsoAI. The market responded enthusiastically to the news, driving the stock price up by 2.3% and extending a remarkable six-day winning streak.

This transaction represents F5 Networks’ third publicly disclosed acquisition this year, following previous purchases of Fletch in June and MantisNet in August. The consistent strategic direction demonstrates the company’s commitment to building comprehensive, AI-focused security solutions for hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

The CalypsoAI acquisition brings cutting-edge artificial intelligence security technology to F5’s Application Delivery and Security Platform. The Ireland-based company specializes in real-time threat prevention, large-scale red teaming exercises, and robust data protection for generative... Read more...