Checkpoint Mobile Access Blade: A Historical Look at the Company's Beginnings

Check Point, a leading provider of IT security solutions, has a rich history that dates back to its founding in Israel in 1993 by Gil Shwed, Marius Nacht, and Shlomo Kramer. The company was established with an initial funding of US$250,000 from venture capital fund BRM Group.

In the early days, Check Point focused on developing innovative security technologies. One of the company's core technologies is stateful inspection, which was conceived by Shwed while serving in the Israel Defense Forces' Unit 8200. This technology became the foundation for the company's first product, FireWall-1. Shortly after, Check Point also developed one of the world's first VPN products, VPN-1.

In 1996, Check Point raised $67 million from its initial public offering (IPO) on NASDAQ and established its head office in Redwood City, California. The company continued to expand its presence globally, establishing partnerships with major technology companies such as Nokia and Sun Microsystems.

In 2003, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Check Point over allegations of violating the Securities Exchange Act by failing to disclose major financial information. However, this setback did not deter the company from continuing to innovate and grow.

Today, Check Point is an American- Israeli multinational provider of software and combined hardware and software products for IT security. The company has a global presence with offices in over 70 locations worldwide, including main offices in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and more. With approximately 6,000 employees worldwide, Check Point remains committed to delivering cutting-edge security solutions that protect businesses and individuals from ever-evolving cyber threats.

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