G DATA CyberDefense, IKARUS Security and Securepoint enter into a strategic partnership to strengthen IT security in Europe

In light of growing challenges posed by cyberattacks, G DATA CyberDefense, IKARUS Security, and Securepoint are pooling their expertise in malware detection, network security, and managed security. Together, the three companies from the DACH region are sending a clear signal in favor of digital sovereignty and trustworthy security solutions “Made in Europe.” The more sovereign a security chain is, the lower the systemic risks. Cybersecurity is the foundation of any sustainable digitalization and thus a prerequisite for the economic viability of companies. Small and medium-sized enterprises in particular are repeatedly seeking trustworthy partners who work with them on equal terms. In the future, SMEs will receive a joint response to their IT security questions.

“The partnership demonstrates how European collaboration can provide concrete answers to growing cyber risks and strengthen digital sovereignty. Decades of experience show that trustworthy technologies and close cooperation are key to reducing dependencies and building sustainable security. Now is the time to consistently leverage this strength and jointly shape a resilient digital future in Europe,” says Andreas Lüning, co-founder and board member of G DATA CyberDefense.

“The importance of smaller, regional providers should not be underestimated, especially in times of increasing market consolidation. Diversity is not a nice-to-have, but the foundation for innovation, competition, and independence. That is why it is only logical for European companies to move closer together. Competition and cooperation are not mutually exclusive—on the contrary. By turning competitors into partners, we can leverage our strengths in an independent, transparent solution made in Europe,” says Joe Pichlmayr, CEO of IKARUS Security.

“This partnership is a strong signal for the capabilities of European IT security providers. I have been a strong advocate of cooperation and trusted partnerships for many years, because only together can we effectively advance digital sovereignty in Europe. I am therefore all the more pleased that we were able to initiate this collaboration and, together with G DATA and IKARUS, offer an excellent solution. Two strong and trustworthy companies that contribute significantly to greater sovereignty with their respective competencies. Together, we are creating powerful, professional, and reliable security solutions for companies in Germany and Europe. This cooperation demonstrates how collaboration strengthens the market, increases resilience, and benefits all parties involved,” says René Hofmann, Managing Director of Securepoint.

As part of the cooperation, the partners are planning, among other things, an intensive exchange of threat intelligence and the joint development and integration of managed security services, particularly in the areas of Managed Extended Detection and Response and platform solutions. Strengthening joint sales and market activities is also envisaged. With this alliance, G DATA CyberDefense, IKARUS, and Securepoint underline their shared vision: a secure digital future based on European technologies and values.

About G DATA CyberDefense
G DATA CyberDefense AG is a leading German company in the field of IT security. The technologies of the cyber defense specialist, founded in Bochum in 1985, are based on decades of experience and continuous research and development in Germany. The dedicated team of more than 500 employees continuously works to improve the award-winning security solutions and meet the ever-growing challenges of the digital world. The portfolio ranges from Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR) and security awareness training to security services. In autumn 2024, G DATA received the prestigious ISO 27001 certification.

About IKARUS Security 
IKARUS Security is an independent European cybersecurity company and is considered one of the early pioneers of the antivirus industry. Since 1986, IKARUS has been developing its own malware scanning engine and threat intelligence capabilities, while continuously expanding its portfolio of IT and OT security solutions and services—complemented by strategic partnerships. As an owner-managed company, IKARUS stands for technological independence, operational autonomy, and direct access to experts—thereby strengthening the security and stability of businesses, public authorities, and critical infrastructures worldwide.

About Securepoint
Securepoint GmbH, headquartered in Lüneburg, is one of the leading German manufacturers of IT security solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises, public authorities, and organizations. Its portfolio includes firewalls, endpoint protection, mobile security, backup solutions, and awareness training. All products are developed and operated in Germany and Europe in order to reduce dependencies and promote resilient IT security structures.