Proofpoint’s acquisition of Microsoft 365 security specialist Hornetsecurity”, a $1.8 billion deal completed Monday”, sets the stage for massive new MSP opportunities with Proofpoint in the U.S. along with a possible IPO for the company in 2026, Proofpoint CEO Sumit Dhawan tells CRN.
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