In an inspiring and historic development for Pakistan’s tech community, Rehan Jalil, a Karachi-born technology leader and entrepreneur, has achieved a remarkable milestone on the global stage.
His company, Security AI, has been acquired by Veeam Software, a leading U.S.-based data backup and cloud resilience company, in a landmark deal valued at $1.7 billion USD (approximately PKR 477 billion).
This acquisition stands among the largest tech exits led by a Pakistani founder, highlighting the exceptional influence and capability of Pakistani engineers and innovators in the global technology ecosystem — particularly in the fields of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data security.
About Rehan Jalil
Rehan Jalil, originally from Karachi, graduated from NED University of Engineering and Technology before moving to the United States for higher education.Over the years, he has built a distinguished career as a data security, cloud governance, and AI automation expert. His leadership and vision have made him a respected name in Silicon Valley and beyond.He founded Securiti AI with a mission to help organizations manage and protect their data responsibly in the fast-evolving age of artificial intelligence.
Details of the Acquisition
Veeam Software, a global leader in data backup and cloud resilience, announced the acquisition of Securiti AI to strengthen its AI-driven data security and compliance capabilities.Following the acquisition, Rehan Jalil will take on a new leadership role as President of Security and AI at Veeam, where he will spearhead innovation in smart and secure data management solutions for enterprises worldwide.