"Facebook wants to take control of Big Security Company"

According to The Information, Facebook has approached several security companies for a takeover. would like to complete the takeover of a "big" security company by the end of the year.

The messages come from two people aware of Facebook's projects. No name of candidate for the takeover was mentioned, but it would be the intention is to acquire a large company. With the acquisition, Facebook wants the platform to provide better security and tweak the image of Facebook after the company has recently been the subject of several negative reviews.

Facebook probably wants to integrate security company software with existing services to secure user accounts. A few months ago, rumors surfaced that Facebook would have dismantled its security team and hosted staff from other departments.

via [tweakers]

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