Check Point Announces Plans to Open its First Asia-Pacific Research and Development Center in ......
Check Point Software Technologies
announced plans to establish its first Asia-Pacific Research and Development
(R&D) Center in Bengaluru, India. The company said this strategic
expansion, unveiled during its annual CPX Bangkok 2025 conference, underscores its
commitment to advancing cybersecurity innovation, while leveraging India's
dynamic tech talent ecosystem.
"India is a global technology powerhouse, and our new R&D Center in
Bengaluru reflects our deep commitment to harnessing top-tier cybersecurity talent
from the region," said Ruma Balasubramanian, President of APAC and Japan,
Check Point Software Technologies. "With this investment, we are not only
expanding our footprint, but also laying the foundation for cutting-edge
security innovations that will benefit customers worldwide. This initiative
also reinforces the country's role as a key player in global cybersecurity and
digital innovation."
The Bengaluru R&D Center will drive the development of core product lines
like Check Point Quantum, which provides enterprise-grade network security, and
place a strong emphasis on Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), an area of
strategic growth. The site will be integral to the next-generation SASE
network, enabling enterprise-scale, elastic growth, while expanding Check
Point's full mesh architecture, currently spanning more than 80 global points
of presence (PoPs). This infrastructure will further enhance Check Point's
ability to deliver secure, high-performance connectivity for enterprises
worldwide. The Bengaluru facility will complement Check Point's primary R&D
hub in Tel Aviv, Israel.
The 42,700 sq. ft. Bengaluru office, which officially opened last year, stands
as Check Point's second-largest global facility, following its headquarters in
Tel Aviv. The new R&D Center, to be housed inside the Bengaluru office, is
designed to accommodate over 100 engineers initially, with the flexibility to
scale as business needs evolve.
"The launch of our Bengaluru R&D Center is a significant milestone in
our global innovation strategy," said Nataly Kremer, Chief Product
Officer, Check Point Software Technologies. "As cyber threats grow more
sophisticated, this team will play a pivotal role in developing next-generation
security solutions, ensuring customers are protected with cutting-edge
technology."
Rajeev Koripalli has been appointed Vice President of Research and Development,
India. Rajeev brings extensive experience and a strong track record of success
in the tech industry. He has led the development of large-scale R&D teams
specializing in Networking, Security, Wireless and Cloud technologies and has
held leadership roles at Cisco Systems, Juniper Networks and Nokia.
Check Point said Koripalli's decision to join the company reflects the
company's commitment to making the India R&D Center a success and its
long-term investment in global cybersecurity innovation.
Once operational, the Bengaluru R&D Center will play a critical role in
AI-driven threat prevention, security management enhancements and
next-generation cyber defense development. By fostering homegrown expertise and
innovation, Check Point is advancing economic growth, while ensuring the
delivery of world-class security solutions to enterprises worldwide.
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