Trend Micro acquires Identum for identity-based email encryption

Trend Micro announced today the acquisition of UK-based Identum, a developer of email encryption technology, as well as the world’s first fourth generation cryptography system.

Under its new name, Trend Micro (Bristol) Ltd., the company will integrate its encryption technology into existing Trend Micro solutions. According to Eva Chen, CEO and co-founder of Trend Micro, the goal of this acquisition is to ensure an even safer, more secure Internet experience for the company’s global customers.

Existing Identum products will continue to be available under Trend Micro’s brand.