Mobile and network security
provider AuthenTec recently announced that it has
been acquired by Apple. Apple has agreed to
acquire the company for $8 per share, or approximately $356 million.
“AuthenTec
is a leading provider of mobile and network security,” said the company, which
currently provides Android security solutions to Samsung.
“Our diverse product and technology offering helps protect individuals and
organizations through secure networking, content and data protection, access
control and strong fingerprint security on PCs and mobile devices.” Apple has
not yet confirmed the acquisition, but it will seemingly look to bolster
security on its iPhone and iPad as the devices continue to gain ground in the
enterprise market.
