Cloudflare Boosts Japan Security Services With Rakuten Mobile Partnership

Cloudflare, Inc. NET disclosed Wednesday a strategic alliance with Rakuten Mobile Inc. in Japan to offer Zero Trust security solutions as a managed service to corporate clients.

Under this new Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) collaboration, the two companies will help Japanese businesses strengthen their cybersecurity frameworks and enable secure digital transformation.

Effective immediately, Rakuten Mobile will provide Cloudflare's Zero Trust and Network Services as a fully managed solution.

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The solution safeguards corporate data and devices in remote and cloud-based environments, with end-to-end support from deployment through to ongoing operations.

Notably, hybrid work and rising cyber threats are straining Japanese businesses.

In the first quarter of 2025, Cloudflare blocked an average of 385 million daily threats in Japan, with Retail, Gaming, IT, and Telecom most targeted.

Cloudflare and Rakuten Mobile aim to close the cybersecurity gap for SMBs, who face similar risks as large enterprises but lack access to robust security tools, by making Zero Trust solutions more accessible and tailored to their needs.

Tom Evans, Chief Partner Officer at Cloudflare said, "As demand for managed security services grows, Cloudflare's connectivity cloud platform is set to enable partners to deliver cost-effective, scalable cybersecurity."

"By combining Cloudflare's global infrastructure and operational efficiencies with Rakuten Mobile's regional expertise, we're empowering businesses in Japan to strengthen their security posture while controlling costs."

Earlier in April, the company acquired Outerbase, a database tool designed with developers in mind, as part of a broader effort to simplify the creation of AI-driven applications on its cloud platform.

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Price Action: NET shares are up 4.78% at $118.24 at the last check on Thursday.

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