8/1010 sources · 7 publishersUpdated Nov 3, 11:18 UTC
CrowdStrike to acquire Fiddler AI and Dreadnode for $495 million
CrowdStrike announced definitive agreements to buy AI‑security firms Fiddler AI and Dreadnode. The combined purchase price is about $495 million, paid mainly in cash with a portion of stock. The transactions are expected to close in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2027, subject to customary conditions.
Why it matters
The acquisitions will add automated AI‑security testing and monitoring to CrowdStrike’s Falcon platform, broadening its AI‑trust offering. The company said the deals will not alter its current financial guidance.
Key facts
- 1The combined purchase price is about $495 million. seekingalpha.com
- 2Closing is expected in Q4 FY27, covering the period from November 1 to January 31. tradingview.com
- 3Payment will be predominantly cash with a portion in stock subject to vesting conditions. stocktitan.net
Open questions
- Material 8 reports CRWD shares closed at $241.81, down 3.44%, while material 9 says pre‑market shares rose 1% to $244.22.
Summary written by AlphAI AI Desk from 10 of 10 sources. Not investment advice. Figures are as stated by the linked sources.