Cylance

Cylance Inc.
Company typeSubsidiary[1]
IndustryComputer security
Founded2012; 12 years ago (2012)
Founder
  • Stuart McClure
  • Ryan Permeh
Headquarters,
United States
ServicesAnti-virus, anti-malware
RevenueIncrease $189 Million(2021)
Number of employees
760[2]
ParentBlackBerry Limited
WebsiteCylance.com

Cylance Inc. is an American software firm based in Irvine, California,[3] that develops antivirus programs and other kinds of computer software that prevents viruses and malware.

In February 2019, the company was acquired by BlackBerry Limited for $1.4 billion.[4][5] After the acquisition, it continues to operate as an independent subsidiary and will remain headquartered in Irvine, California.

  1. ^ "Cylance in Irvine bought by BlackBerry for $1.4 billion". Feb 22, 2019.
  2. ^ Work, Great Place to. "Working at Cylance". Great Place to Work.
  3. ^ "Company Overview of Cylance Inc". Bloomberg L.P.
  4. ^ "BlackBerry to Acquire Cylance and Add Premier AI and Cybersecurity Capabilities".
  5. ^ "BlackBerry: What the Cylance Acquisition Means for Cyber Business | Fortune".