UAE-Born Powerhouses Join Forces to Take on Global Cyber Threats
In a bold move to scale cybersecurity innovation worldwide, CPX Holding, a UAE-based leader in cyber and physical security, has acquired spiderSilk, a cutting-edge cyber–AI startup also based in the UAE. This strategic acquisition includes spiderSilk’s flagship exposure management platform, Resonance, and marks a major leap in delivering smarter, AI-driven cyber defence tools.
The combination of CPX’s end-to-end threat detection and response expertise with spiderSilk’s futuristic AI platforms is set to reshape the cybersecurity landscape, regionally and globally.
What Makes spiderSilk So Special?
Founded in 2019, spiderSilk has been quietly building a reputation as one of the region’s most innovative cybersecurity players. Its products, built entirely in the Middle East, are already deployed across both public and private sectors. Highlights include:
- ✅ Autonomous SOC AI agents
- ✅ A world-first cyberintelligence platform using an internet-wide knowledge graph
- ✅ AI-powered capabilities that anticipate and neutralize threats in real time
Rami El Malak, Co-founder & CEO of spiderSilk, said:
“This is a game-changer. It allows us to amplify our impact, scale internationally, and raise the bar in protecting global enterprises from evolving cyber threats.”
Eyeing Global Expansion
This acquisition isn’t just about product synergy, it’s a launchpad for international growth. CPX and spiderSilk plan to expand into key markets, including:
- North America
- Saudi Arabia
- The wider GCC region
The goal? To position the UAE as a world-class hub for cybersecurity innovation, built on homegrown technology with global impact.
Hadi Anwar, CEO of CPX, commented:
“By bringing together two of the UAE’s top cybersecurity innovators, we’re creating a globally competitive powerhouse. This acquisition strengthens our global footprint and allows us to deliver next-gen, AI-powered solutions to stay ahead of evolving cyberthreats.”
Driving the Future of AI in Cyber Defence
With spiderSilk’s robust R&D center still at the helm of innovation, the acquisition ensures continuous product evolution. CPX plans to build on spiderSilk’s momentum to accelerate product development and deliver faster, more proactive cyberthreat responses.
Investors Stay Onboard
- Key backers Global Ventures and Dara Holdings will remain part of this exciting journey, reinforcing support as CPX and spiderSilk scale new heights.
Why this spiderSilk investment matters
This deal signals much more than a corporate expansion. It’s a milestone for the region’s tech ecosystem. It shows how UAE-born startups can grow into globally relevant, world-class technology providers.
It also underlines the UAE’s growing influence in AI and cybersecurity, echoing national efforts to establish the country as a top-tier innovation hub.