Art of Defence

Art of Defence GmbH, established in Germany in 2005, specialized in developing web security applications. The company was founded with the objective of creating and marketing software products focused on IT security. A significant milestone in its history was the acquisition by Zeus Technology on June 9, 2011, shifting its status from a venture-capital-backed startup to an acquired entity.

The firm focused on providing web security applications designed to safeguard businesses from both known and unidentified threats at the application layer. Its offerings were tailored to protect sensitive documents and address security challenges related to cloud computing. The business operated in the network management software and cybersecurity industries, catering to businesses in need of robust application-layer protection. After its early-stage venture capital funding in August 2006, the company operated until its acquisition.

The core of Art of Defence's business was the development of security technology applicable to various scales. The product aimed to solve a wide array of security issues that businesses encounter with the adoption of cloud-based services. This involved creating applications that could defend against a variety of cyberattacks, ensuring the integrity and safety of digital assets for their clients. The company held patents for its technology, including a method for providing web application security, highlighting its efforts in the field.

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