Whalebone, the leading cybersecurity provider for the telecommunications sector, announces significant expansion of its presence in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region with multiple key partnerships for product launches. Whalebone Aura, the company’s flagship telco cybersecurity service, has rolled out new cybersecurity products with three prominent telecom operators: Tele2 Kazakhstan, Dhiraagu in the Maldives, and Smart Axiata in Cambodia. 

These strategic collaborations across the APAC region mark a major leap forward in Whalebone’s mission to protect 1 billion people.

“Whalebone’s rapid expansion in the APAC region demonstrates our commitment to providing top-tier cybersecurity and forging strategic alliances with leading telecom operators,” said Richard Malovic, CEO of Whalebone. “These new telco partners will bring our advanced cybersecurity to millions of end-users, ensuring a safer and more secure online experience.”

Pioneering New Frontiers to Enhance Digital Safety in APAC

The journey to strengthen digital security across the APAC region has been marked by Whalebone’s groundbreaking collaborations with key telecom operators. The successful launch of innovative cybersecurity products has underscored the critical need for increased protection, setting a strong foundation for further expansion.

Tele2 Kazakhstan Launches Amulet

Tele2 Kazakhstan’s brand Altel has partnered with Whalebone to introduce Amulet, an innovative security product designed to protect B2C subscribers from a wide range of online threats. Amulet, based on Whalebone Aura’s white-label offering, signifies a substantial enhancement in cybersecurity for Tele2 Kazakhstan’s customers, safeguarding their personal data and online activities.

Dhiraagu Introduces NetProtect in the Maldives

Dhiraagu, the leading telecommunications provider in the Maldives, has unveiled NetProtect, a robust security product powered by Whalebone Aura. NetProtect offers comprehensive protection against malware, phishing, and other cyber threats for both mobile and fixed broadband users. This collaboration highlights Dhiraagu’s dedication to enhancing the cybersecurity landscape for its customers and setting new benchmarks in digital security within the region.

Smart Axiata Powers Up Digital Security in Cambodia

Digital presence in Cambodia is now more secure than ever as Smart Axiata unveiled their latest offering, Smart Cybersecurity, a mass-market cybersecurity add-on product in collaboration with Whalebone. With the added service, Smart users can navigate the digital space with comfort provided by the enhanced cybersecurity. The inclusion of a cybersecurity product for Smart users marks a strategic move by Smart Axiata to upgrade the existing security system, ensuring that their customers receive the most advanced and reliable security available.

Whalebone Aura for Telecoms – Highlights

Whalebone offers a white-label security product for B2C and SMB/SoHo segments, tailored for telecommunications companies. This product allows telcos to easily rebrand and start selling it under their own name.

Global telecom operators have repeatedly emphasized their confidence in Whalebone Aura for various reasons:

• Low CAPEX and two complementary security layers: DNS Security and Identity Protection
• No barriers to purchase, no installation, high adoption rates (50%+)
• Low customer churn rate (below 2%)

Whalebone additionally provides unique Threat Intelligence that derives from in-house research combined with that of global research institutions and data from 100s of ISP customers, as well as the highest number of telco consumer cybersecurity deployments globally.

Forging Ahead with Strategic Alliances to Strengthen Cybersecurity for 1 Billion People

Whalebone’s mission to protect 1 billion people has been bolstered by significant recognitions and projects. Ranked 22nd by Deloitte in its Technology Fast 50 Central Europe 2024 report and 158th in the entire EMEA region, Whalebone also secured the 20th spot on the Financial Times' Sifted Leaderboard 2024 for Central Europe.

The European Commission has appointed Whalebone as the Consortium Leader for the EU’s DNS4EU project, a consortium of 13 members from 10 countries. This project highlights Whalebone's expertise in secure DNS services. The Whalebone product suite – Aura for telco operators, Peacemaker for regional ISPs, and Immunity for enterprises and public institutions – continues to play a crucial role in protecting against digital threats.

Richard Malovic added, “These partnerships are crucial in enhancing the overall cybersecurity posture of millions of users, ensuring safer and more secure digital environments. We are glad to see our innovation being adopted by forward-thinking business partners in the APAC region.”

To learn more about Whalebone cybersecurity products, visit Booth 6D66 in Hall 6 at MWC Barcelona on 3-6 March 2025, or visit www.whalebone.io.