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CrowdStrike is a global cybersecurity leader that has redefined modern security with its advanced cloud-native platform, the CrowdStrike...


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CrowdStrike is a global cybersecurity leader that has redefined modern security with its advanced cloud-native platform, the CrowdStrike Falconยฎ, designed to protect endpoints, cloud workloads, identities, and data. The platform utilizes AI and real-time threat intelligence to deliver accurate detections, automated protection, and elite threat hunting, making it a pioneer in cloud-delivered endpoint protection.

Website
Headquarters
Remote, US
Size
5001-10,000 employees
Industry
Computer and Network Security
Specialities
Next-Generation Endpoint Protection, Endpoint Detection and Response, Next Generation Anti-Virus, Managed Threat Hunting, Incident Response, Threat Intelligence, Malware Prevention, Malware Detection, Machine Learning, Cloud-Delivered Endpoint Protection

๐Ÿ›๏ธ CrowdStrike Product and Pricing News โ†’

๐Ÿ‘” CrowdStrike CEO, Management and Leadership Team โ†’

โš”๏ธ CrowdStrike Alternatives and Competitors โ†’

๐Ÿ’ผ CrowdStrike Hiring and Layoffs โ†’

๐Ÿค– CrowdStrike Developer, Integration and Automation News โ†’

๐Ÿ“ˆ CrowdStrike Financials, Fundraising and Valuation News โ†’

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๐Ÿ›๏ธ CrowdStrike Product and Pricing News

  • CrowdStrike has enhanced its container security by introducing a Private Cloud Registry Scanner that automates vulnerability scanning for hybrid cloud environments, offering 16+ registry integrations and on-premises scanning.
  • CrowdStrike announced that its Falcon cybersecurity platform received FedRAMP authorization for three modules, enhancing security for U.S. government entities.
  • CrowdStrike has enhanced its container security by introducing a Private Cloud Registry Scanner that automates vulnerability scanning for hybrid cloud environments, offering 16+ registry integrations and on-premises scanning.
  • CrowdStrike announced that its Falcon cybersecurity platform received FedRAMP authorization for three modules, enhancing security for U.S. government entities.
  • CrowdStrike launched the Cyber Threat Defender Booster Pack, a cybersecurity education card game, to address skills and opportunity gaps in cybersecurity.

  • CrowdStrike has rebranded its government-focused event to FAL.CON GOV 25, emphasizing transformation in public sector defense with an event on February 27.
  • CrowdStrike has increased its marketplace listings from 285 to 303 and added new integrations such as VIRUSTOTAL SOAR ACTIONS for enhanced threat detection.
  • CrowdStrike has integrated API security with Falcon Next-Gen SIEM in collaboration with Salt Security.

๐Ÿ‘” CrowdStrike CEO, Management and Leadership Team


โš”๏ธ CrowdStrike Alternatives and Competitors

  • Cybereason
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  • Bitdefender
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  • Sophos
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  • Symantec
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  • Microsoft
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  • SentinelOne
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  • Cisco Systems
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  • Palo Alto Networks
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  • Malwarebytes
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  • Trend Micro
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  • Sangfor
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  • Kaspersky
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  • Avast
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  • ESET
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  • Teramind
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  • Cynet
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  • VMware Carbon Black

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๐Ÿ’ผ CrowdStrike Hiring and Layoffs

  • CrowdStrike appointed Andy Duffett as Chief Commercial Officer, replacing Brett Shirk.
  • Adam Zoller joins CrowdStrike as Chief Information Security Officer from Providence, where he served as SVP, Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in the United States.
  • Alan Chan has joined CrowdStrike as Europe Director, Enablement in the United Kingdom, previously serving as Strategic Sales & Enablement Advisor | Sales Productivity Lead UKI at Splunk.
  • Troy Dunham has joined CrowdStrike as Senior Director of Legal Operations in the San Francisco Bay Area, previously holding a position at another company.
  • Charlie K. has left CrowdStrike as a Senior Analyst, Falcon Complete in Cheltenham, England, United Kingdom to join PhishDeck as a Director.

  • Kaylee Raduenz has joined CrowdStrike as AWS Alliance Manager in the United States, previously serving as Sr. AWS Alliances Manager at CoreStack.
  • Sam M. has joined CrowdStrike as Director, Enterprise Change & Problem Management from Rackspace Technology, where he was Director, Solution Delivery | Program Management.
  • Alistair McQuade has joined CrowdStrike as Senior Director of Sales Effectiveness in the United Kingdom, previously serving as Sales Enablement Specialist at Simu.ly.

๐Ÿค– CrowdStrike Developer, Integration and Automation News

  • Salesforce selected CrowdStrike to protect their global operations and address evolving security needs.
  • TDK Electronics selected CrowdStrike Falconยฎ and Falconยฎ Complete for 24/7 managed detection and response to enhance their cybersecurity.
  • CrowdStrike partnered with India STEM Foundation to launch a gamified cybersecurity education program in Pune, engaging over 80 students from the Air Force School with the Cyber Threat Defender card game.
  • CrowdStrike announced an expanded partnership with Telefรณnica Tech to provide SMB customers with endpoint security and Managed Detection and Response services using the CrowdStrike Falcon platform.
  • CrowdStrike announced a strategic partnership with SonicWall to launch a new Managed Detection and Response offering for small and medium-sized businesses.

  • CrowdStrike and Intel are collaborating to enhance endpoint security with a hardware-assisted solution.
  • On November 28, CrowdStrike signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Tamkeen Technologies at Black Hat 24 to enhance threat intelligence, brand protection, and endpoint detection and response capabilities.
  • CrowdStrike announced a partnership with the MITRE Center for Threat-Informed Defense to launch the Secure AI Project to enhance the security of AI-enabled systems.

๐Ÿ“ˆ CrowdStrike Financials, Fundraising and Valuation News

  • Ray Dalio, founder of Bridgewater, sold all his CrowdStrike shares in the third quarter of 2024, potentially locking in profits as the stock rose 118% since his initial purchase.
  • Ray Dalio's firm, Bridgewater, sold all its shares in CrowdStrike to lock in profits after a 118% rise and invested in Palantir Technologies, which has surged 300% this year.
  • On November 27, CrowdStrike's stock showed a bullish 'buy' signal with a golden cross, indicating a potential strong rally after recovering from a significant drop earlier in the year.
  • CrowdStrike's shares fell 5.9% on November 27 after issuing a weaker-than-expected earnings forecast, despite exceeding revenue expectations with $1.01 billion in third-quarter sales and surpassing $4 billion in annual recurring revenue.
  • On November 6, 2024, CrowdStrike announced its acquisition of Adaptive Shield to enhance its Falcon platform with unified cloud and identity security, making it the only vendor to offer end-to-end protection against identity-based attacks across hybrid cloud environments.

  • CrowdStrike has gained 18% in 2024 despite a stock plunge due to a defective software update causing a widespread IT outage, leading to a lowered fiscal 2025 guidance.
  • CrowdStrike is uncertain about the financial impact of a July outage that affected millions of computers, with CFO Burt Podbere noting extended sales cycles and customer hesitancy in renewing contracts.

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