Digital & IT
Jamie Earley, corporate partner at Trethowans.
Published: January 3, 2025 | Updated: 3rd January 2025
Total Security, an antivirus provider based in Fareham, has merged with American consumer security firm Pango Group in a deal advised by Trethowans.
The combined entity, now going by Point Wild, will offer cybersecurity services to both consumers and businesses.
Annual revenues for Point Wild are projected to be $600 million and the business has an enterprise value of $1.7 billion.
The transaction was led by Trethowans corporate partners Jamie Earley and Nick Gent, with support from associates Amrita Sangha and Jason Riley.
Employment advice was provided by senior associate Andrew Crudge, while partner Louise Thompson assisted with commercial and data protection aspects.
Trethowans previously advised on the acquisition of Total Security in 2023.
Dan Richards, a director at Total Security, said: “Trethowans were an integral part of this deal, providing expert guidance and proactive support at every stage.
“Their commercial insight and attention to detail were invaluable in navigating this complex transaction.
“We couldn’t have asked for a better team to represent us.”
Jamie Earley added: “We’re delighted to have advised in this landmark deal.
“The creation of Point Wild signals a significant moment in the cybersecurity industry, combining the strengths of two leading players to deliver enhanced privacy and security solutions globally.
“It was a pleasure to work alongside Dan and the Total Security team and contribute to their ambitious vision.”
The leadership team at Point Wild, helmed by founder and CEO Hari Ravichandran, brings together experts in technology, finance and cybersecurity.
Also advising on the deal were Willkie, Farr and Gallagher in New York and Venable in Washington DC, who assisted with the US legal aspects of the transaction.
