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AVG acquires web filtering company Bsecure

IT Industry - Deals

AVG Technologies has acquired Bsecure, a provider of cloud-based web filtering aimed largely at the home market.

Bsecure had previously partnered with AVG to provide parental controls, and has now been acquired by the security vendor for an undisclosed sum.

AVG CEO JR Smith said "The acquisition of Bsecure reinforces our company's long-standing dedication and leadership in protecting families online. The expansion of online access and use of cloud computing across mobile and PC platforms has created increasing demand from our consumers for offerings that protect both them and their families, while making the cloud experience more user-friendly and manageable. The combination of AVG's brand, product distribution and business model with Bsecure's existing offerings and cloud-based platform expertise will enable us to sustain bringing innovative products to market and continue delivering peace of mind to our customers."

Bsecure offers products for Windows, Mac OS X, and iOS.