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Palo Alto Networks closes acquisition of IBM's QRadar SaaS assets; partnership expands
Palo Alto Networks Inc
- Completed acquisition of IBM's QRadar SaaS assets on Aug 31, 2024; free migration services for eligible customers to Cortex XSIAM.
- IBM to deploy Palo Alto Networks' Cortex XSIAM and Prisma SASE 3.0 for 250,000+ global workforce; IBM Consulting trained 1,000+ consultants.
- Palo Alto Networks will use IBM's watsonx AI platform to drive additional AI and automation capabilities.
- On-prem QRadar clients continue to receive IBM support; QRadar SaaS customers remain supported until ready to migrate.