Security threats associated with mobile devices are set to escalate as more Internet-connected mobile devices proliferate across the market and more enterprises adopt the “Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)” strategy to increase mobility among their workers.
In a recent development in mobile security industry, NetQin Mobile, a provider of consumer mobile security and productivity applications, announced it has selected Pacnet (News - Alert), a leading telecommunications provider in Asia, to enhance its network infrastructure and boost the delivery of its products and services across Asia and the United States.
As part of the deal, NetQin utilizes a range of Pacnet services including IP Transit, co-location, managed services and Ethernet International Private Leased Line (EIPL) Service, in China, Hong Kong and the United States.
Additionally Pacnet's efficient and resilient network will also provide NetQin's headquarters in Beijing with rapid access to data from its recently opened Security Research Center based in Raleigh, North Carolina, the United States, speeding up the early detection of mobile security threats, the company said.
“As one of the first companies in the world to recognize smartphone security risks, we are dedicated to providing our customers with the turnkey solutions they need to secure their mobile devices," said Henry Lin, chairman and chief executive officer of NetQin, in a statement. "Hence, we demand a powerful network with high availability to support our Software-as-a-Service (SaaS (News - Alert)) business model."
NetQin chose Pacnet considering its global reach, scalability and reliability. The service improved its network performance and stability, and enabled the company to grow their global presence and take their business to next level.
"Today's Web-enabled businesses are highly dependent on efficient and reliable network services to bring to the market unrivaled solutions for consumers and enterprises alike," said Bill Barney, chief executive officer of Pacnet, in a statement.
"Our next-generation infrastructure will ensure the smooth and seamless distribution of cutting-edge mobile security solutions that will provide better protection and performance to NetQin's customers," Barney added.
Pacnet's IP Transit service provides carriers and software companies with one-hop global connectivity to major Internet peering points and content providers. The company also offers advanced data center facilities including Data Landing Stations that offer direct access to Pacnet's EAC-C2C subsea cable, Asia's largest privately owned subsea network.
Earlier in August, NetQin signed a mobile security agreement with Taiwan Mobile (News - Alert), a leading telecommunications company in Taiwan offering "Quadruple Play" services - covering mobile, fixed-line, cable TV and broadband, to provide Mobile Anti-virus Services to Taiwan's mobile users.
Rajani Baburajan is a contributing editor for TMCnet. To read more of Rajani's articles, please visit her columnist page.Edited by Juliana Kenny