− The Cybersecurity and Intellectual Property Litigation consulting solutions, Stroz Friedberg and Elysium Digital, bolster and expand LevelBlue's Global Cyber Risk and Incident Response Capabilities

− Aon will continue to deliver leading cyber brokerage capabilities through the firm's Cyber Solutions group, CyQu platform and Cyber Risk Analyzer to serve clients' growing cyber broking needs

LevelBlue, a global leader in cloud-based, AI-driven managed security services, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Aon's Cybersecurity and Intellectual Property (IP) Litigation consulting groups, which include recognized cybersecurity firm Stroz Friedberg, and Elysium Digital, which is renowned for technology-related IP litigation matters. This acquisition represents a significant step in LevelBlue's growth strategy by adding deep cyber and high-tech IP litigation consulting expertise and world-class incident response capabilities to its expanding global portfolio. Financial terms were not disclosed and the acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions.

With this acquisition, LevelBlue gains a globally recognized cyber and IP litigation consulting platform that includes a team of approximately 300 technology professionals with strong relationships across Fortune 500 enterprises, 80 percent of the Am Law 100 and a majority of Top 20 law firms in the UK. The integration of consulting solutions complements LevelBlue's 24/7 managed detection and response services, creating a comprehensive cybersecurity risk management offering that addresses both digital risk protection and incident response, positioning LevelBlue to become the largest independent pureplay Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) globally.