Radware’s SOC-X system identifies and mitigates cyberattacks in real-time, leading to better business outcomes. Major wins in the second quarter include a 7-digit deal with a global event organization. Cloud security continues to drive growth, with revenue reaching $74.2 million in the second quarter of 2025.
The company secured deals with a leading U.S. financial technology company and one of Latin America’s largest data center providers. Radware’s cloud platform offers enhanced protection and operational agility. A European government also signed a 7-digit deal, showcasing the company’s strength in the public sector.
Radware’s cloud security business is thriving, with cloud ARR growing by 21% year-over-year to $85 million. Revenue from the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions all saw growth. Gross margin remained strong at 82.2%, and operating income increased by over 50% year-over-year.
Adjusted EBITDA for the second quarter of 2025 rose by 37% to $11.4 million, showing improved operational efficiency. Net income increased by 43% year-over-year to $12.6 million. The company ended the quarter with $459 million in cash, providing flexibility for future investments in cloud security and AI innovation.
Radware is focused on growing its cloud ARR and aims to accelerate growth beyond the current 21% year-over-year rate. The company’s strong financial results and strategic focus position it well for long-term growth opportunities in the cybersecurity market. The company is investing in cloud security innovation and AI capabilities to drive growth opportunities. Q3 2025 revenue is expected to be between $74.5 million to $75.5 million. Non-GAAP operating expenses are projected to be $51.5 million to $52.5 million, with diluted net earnings per share between $0.26 and $0.27.
Sales and marketing investments are paying off, with 30 new additions in North America. Stronger pipeline and customer engagement are leading to forecast improvements. The organization is expanding investments in North America for future growth opportunities.
The company split the selling organization into acquisition-oriented and account management teams, resulting in better customer coverage and successful hunting in new accounts. Early wins in Q2 and improved pipeline are expected to drive future success.
All on-premise DDoS mitigations are now DefensePro X, with strong customer feedback and competitive displacements. A large SaaS provider was won this quarter with DPX. The company is confident in the platform’s strength for existing and new customers.
In the Carrier segment, opportunities are emerging for equipment sales, MSSP business, and traditional ADC business. While carriers are not significantly increasing investment, partnering with them on MSSP business using cloud solutions shows promise. The company will monitor progress in this area in the coming quarters. The market for cloud security is stable, with increased customer engagement and investments in critical security and AI. Agentic AI is changing attack surfaces, with early signs of impact on enterprise applications. MSSPs are evolving to meet increasing compliance requirements, focusing on cloud application security. The competitive landscape remains steady, with the company reporting increased win ratios and analyst recognition for innovation.
Cloud ARR growth is strong, with short-term results at 20% and a long-term target of 25%. The company aims to continue accelerating ARR growth. The competitive environment remains favorable, with increased win probabilities due to continuous innovation and strong partnerships with Cisco and Check Point. New entrants are not seen as a significant threat currently. Roy Zisapel, CEO of Radware, discusses their AI framework EPIC AI, using AI in protection engines, and SOC-X AI agents to automatically detect, analyze, and mitigate attacks in real-time. This technology differentiates them from manual competitors, ensuring faster response times and better outcomes for customers.
As the conference concludes, Roy Zisapel thanks participants. The focus on AI technology in Radware’s security solutions sets them apart in the market, providing a competitive edge in protecting applications and delivering superior results for customers. The use of AI agents for real-time threat detection and mitigation showcases their commitment to innovation and effectiveness.
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