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Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: PANW) is frequently in the news for developments at the intersection of AI and cybersecurity. The company describes itself as the global AI and cybersecurity leader and regularly issues updates on new platforms, partnerships, acquisitions and research that shape how enterprises secure network, cloud, security operations and AI environments.
News about Palo Alto Networks often highlights its AI-powered security platforms and strategic collaborations. Recent announcements include an expanded partnership with Google Cloud that combines Google Cloud’s AI and infrastructure capabilities with Prisma AIRS, Palo Alto Networks’ AI security platform, to secure AI workloads and applications. Other releases describe new native integrations of Prisma AIRS with AI agent platforms from Factory, Glean, IBM and ServiceNow, aimed at providing real-time, in-line defense against prompt injections, tool misuse and malicious agent behavior.
Investors and security professionals following PANW news will also see coverage of the company’s planned acquisitions and strategic moves. Palo Alto Networks has announced an Agreement and Plan of Merger with CyberArk Software Ltd. to add identity security as a new pillar of its platform strategy, and a definitive agreement to acquire Chronosphere, a next-generation observability platform built for the AI era. Earnings releases, such as fiscal first quarter 2026 results, provide additional context on how these initiatives fit into its broader platformization approach.
Beyond transactions and partnerships, Palo Alto Networks uses news releases to share research and thought leadership. Examples include the State of Cloud Security Report 2025, which examines AI-driven cloud risks, and "6 Predictions for the AI Economy: 2026's New Rules of Cybersecurity," which outlines expected changes in identity, data trust, quantum risk and the browser as a workspace. For readers tracking PANW, the news flow offers insight into how the company positions itself in AI security and how it responds to emerging cyber threats.
Palo Alto Networks (NYSE: PANW) announced a partnership with Alkira to enhance Koch Industries' cloud network transformation. Koch, with an annual revenue of $115 billion, has deployed Alkira's Cloud Services Exchange and Palo Alto's VM-Series firewalls to secure its enterprise infrastructure. This collaboration allows Koch to manage its complex network infrastructure more efficiently with faster provisioning times. Koch has reported significant improvements in network agility and operational simplicity, providing end-to-end security across its global operations.
Palo Alto Networks (PANW) has completed the acquisition of Bridgecrew for approximately $156 million. This acquisition enhances its Prisma Cloud platform, enabling 'shift left' security and providing developers with security capabilities throughout the software development lifecycle. With Bridgecrew’s widely adopted open-source infrastructure as code scanner, Checkov, surpassing 1 million downloads, Palo Alto Networks aims to invest in its community and extend its security offerings. This move strengthens Palo Alto's commitment to developer-led security.
Palo Alto Networks (NYSE: PANW) has launched NextWave 3.0, enhancing its partner program with new specializations, incentives, and training designed to help partners thrive in a rapidly evolving security landscape. The program offers three new specializations—Prisma SASE, Prisma Cloud, and Cortex XDR/XSOAR—along with incentives to boost partner profitability. This initiative supports 6,500 partners and addresses the growing demand for specialized security expertise amidst increasing cyber threats.
Palo Alto Networks (PANW) reported a 25% year-over-year revenue growth for fiscal Q2 2021, totaling $1.0 billion, compared to $816.7 million in the same quarter last year. However, the company posted a GAAP net loss of $142.3 million or $1.48 per diluted share. In contrast, non-GAAP net income was $154.2 million or $1.55 per diluted share. For fiscal Q3 2021, they anticipate total revenue between $1.05 billion and $1.06 billion, with full-year guidance increased to $4.15 billion to $4.20 billion.
Palo Alto Networks (NYSE: PANW) has appointed Dr. Helene D. Gayle to its board of directors as of February 19, 2021. The chairman and CEO, Nikesh Arora, expressed enthusiasm for her extensive experience in governance and risk oversight. Dr. Gayle is recognized for her leadership roles, including as CEO of the McKinsey Social Initiative and CARE, and her 20 years at the CDC focusing on HIV/AIDS. Her background in philanthropy and public health is expected to bring valuable insights to the company's strategy and growth initiatives.
Palo Alto Networks (NYSE: PANW), a leader in cybersecurity, will present at the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media and Telecom Conference on March 2, 2021, at 8:00 a.m. PST. This event will feature members of its management team discussing the company's innovative approach to protecting digital infrastructures. Live audio webcasts of the presentation will be available on the company's investors page. Palo Alto Networks aims to lead in cybersecurity technology, addressing global security challenges through its integrated platform and partnerships.
Palo Alto Networks (NYSE: PANW) announced its intent to acquire Bridgecrew for approximately $156 million in cash. This strategic move aims to enhance its Prisma Cloud security platform by integrating 'shift left' security, allowing early-stage security assessments during the DevOps process. Bridgecrew's developer-first tools will enable Prisma Cloud to offer comprehensive security throughout the application lifecycle. The acquisition is expected to close in the fiscal third quarter of 2021 and is not anticipated to materially impact financials.
Palo Alto Networks (NYSE: PANW) has launched Prisma Access 2.0, a cloud-delivered security platform designed to secure remote workforces. Key innovations include a self-healing infrastructure, ML-powered security against zero-day attacks, and a new cloud management experience that enhances security updates. Prisma Access 2.0 promises to deliver up to 10 times more throughput than competitors, with 4.3 million security updates daily. The platform aims to meet the security challenges posed by widespread remote work and will be available to customers in March 2021.
Palo Alto Networks (NYSE: PANW) will announce its fiscal Q2 2021 financial results on February 22, 2021. The results will cover the period ending January 31, 2021. A video webcast discussing these results will take place at 1:30 PM PT (4:30 PM ET) on the same day. Investors can access the webcast via the company's website, with a replay available three hours post-event for one year. This upcoming announcement is crucial for stakeholders focused on the company's performance and guidance.
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