Infosys has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Australian cybersecurity services firm The Missing Link in an all-cash deal worth AUD 98 million (approximately Rs 532 crore). This acquisition is expected to be completed by the end of the first quarter of FY26. The acquisition is expected to strengthen Infosys’ cybersecurity capabilities while expanding its presence in the Australian market, which is experiencing significant growth. The Missing Link is headquartered in Australia and brings a group of highly skilled cybersecurity professionals to Infosys, along with a state-of-the-art Global Security Operations Centre (GSOC).
- The acquisition will be completed through Infosys’ wholly-owned subsidiary, Infosys Singapore Pte Ltd.
- The deal is valued at AUD 98 million, including upfront and earnouts, excluding management incentives and retention bonuses.
- The acquisition is expected to be completed by the end of the first quarter of FY26.
The Missing Link is a cybersecurity and cloud services specialist that delivers services across the entire spectrum of IT strategy, technology roadmap, project management, cybersecurity, risk assessments & mitigation, and automation services. The company was founded in 1997 and has a strong reputation in the Australian market. Key Highlights:
- Infosys to acquire Australian cybersecurity firm, The Missing Link.
- Deal valued at AUD 98 million (approximately Rs 532 crore).
- Acquisition expected to close by the end of the first quarter of FY26.
- The Missing Link brings highly skilled cybersecurity professionals and a state-of-the-art GSOC to Infosys.
The acquisition will bolster Infosys’ cybersecurity capabilities and expand its presence in the Australian market, which is experiencing significant growth. The Missing Link’s cybersecurity and cloud services will be integrated with Infosys’ existing services to provide customers with specialized end-to-end cybersecurity offerings and solutions. Quotes:
“Headquartered in Australia, The Missing Link brings to Infosys a group of highly skilled cybersecurity professionals…and a state-of-the-art Global Security Operations Centre (GSOC) adding to the network of Infosys’ global cyber defense centers.”
“Together with The Missing Link, and our cloud offering Infosys Cobalt, we aim to usher in the new wave of differentiated value to customers, with specialized end-to-end cybersecurity offerings and solutions.”
“The acquisition strengthens Infosys’ cybersecurity capabilities while bolstering its presence in the fast-growing Australian market.”
The acquisition is expected to be completed by the end of the first quarter of FY26, and the cost of the acquisition will be “up to AUD 98 million, including upfront and earnouts, excluding management incentives and retention bonuses.”
| Acquisition Details | Value | Expected Completion |
|---|---|---|
| Acquisition Value | AUD 98 million (approximately Rs 532 crore) | End of the first quarter of FY26 |
| Acquisition Method | Wholly-owned subsidiary, Infosys Singapore Pte Ltd | — |
The Missing Link is a reputable player in the Australian market, and its acquisition by Infosys is expected to bring significant benefits to both parties.
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