BlackBerry has acquired the AI cybersecurity company Cylance. The two joined forces to develop security apps that prevent, instead of reactively detect, viruses and other malware. Using a mathematical learning process, BlackBerry Cybersecurity identifies what is safe and what is a threat rather than operating from a blacklist or whitelist. The company claims its machine learning has an understanding of a hacker’s mentality to predict their behavior.
BlackBerry is known for its smartphones and other mobile devices that specialize in secure communications and mobile productivity. It also offers software services such as BlackBerry World, BlackBerry Messenger, and BlackBerry Enterprise Identity.
BlackBerry has faced many challenges in recent years due to the competition from Android and iOS platforms, as well as the loss of market share and customers. In 2016, it announced that it would stop designing its own devices and license its brand to other manufacturers.
However, BlackBerry has also made some strategic moves to regain its relevance in the industry. In 2020, it acquired OnwardMobility, a company that develops 5G smartphones for enterprise customers. In 2021, it partnered with FIH Mobile, a global sports technology company, to launch a new line of smartphones for sports fans and athletes.
BlackBerry is still working on developing new technologies and solutions for various markets such as cybersecurity, automotive, IoT, and consumer products. It also continues to support its existing products and services with updates and enhancements.