Viatel Acquires FullProxy to Enhance Cybersecurity Capabilities in the UK

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Viatel Acquires FullProxy to Enhance Cybersecurity Capabilities in the UK

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ThreatCluster •July 4, 2026 at 11:22 UTC

•Viatel acquires FullProxy to enhance UK cybersecurity capabilities.
•FullProxy specializes in services for critical sectors like healthcare and finance.
•The acquisition is part of Viatel's strategy to integrate AI securely into their offerings.

Viatel Technology Group has acquired the Scottish cybersecurity consultancy FullProxy to strengthen its presence in the UK public sector and expand its cyber resilience capabilities. FullProxy, founded in 2015, specializes in network design, cloud authentication, and endpoint security, serving clients in healthcare, local government, and financial services, including the NHS and Virgin Money. The acquisition is backed by Macquarie Capital and aims to integrate FullProxy's expertise with Viatel's existing services. Both companies' CEOs emphasized the importance of this merger in addressing the growing cybersecurity challenges faced by organizations, particularly with the increasing adoption of AI technologies. This acquisition follows Viatel's previous purchases, including Cybit's cyber operations in 2025, indicating a strategic expansion in the cybersecurity domain.

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