Zscaler acquires SquareX to extend zero trust to browser

Zscaler (ZS) announced that it has acquired SquareX to further extend zero trust capabilities into the browser for the AI era. This acquisition will help redefine browser security, allowing organizations to embed lightweight extensions into any browser, providing increased security and eliminating the need for third-party browsers. The acquisition closed on February 5, and terms of the transaction were not disclosed.