[59897] Giant deal in Israeli high-tech: Akamai acquires the startup LayerX for $205 million

Akamai completes a significant acquisition in the Israeli cyber sector

On May 14, 2026, it was published in the technology world that the American infrastructure and cyber giant Akamai reached an agreement to acquire the Israeli startup LayerX. According to the report by Geektime, it is a company only four years old, with the deal's value estimated at more than $200 million.

The news was also confirmed on the Technology - The Leaker (HaMadlif) channel, where it was noted that the final purchase price stands at $205 million.

LayerX, which specializes in browser security solutions and web-based work environments, is thus joining Akamai's technology portfolio. The acquisition marks a major milestone for the Israeli startup, which has managed to record a significant exit during a relatively challenging period in the global high-tech market. These sources, known for their ongoing technology news coverage, presented the figures without any substantive disagreements regarding the scope of the deal.