cyan AG, a provider of intelligent cybersecurity solutions, has achieved a milestone in its growth strategy by acquiring its first German Internet service provider (ISP) as a customer through its partnership with CANCOM, one of Germany’s largest IT system integrators. The deal, announced just months after the partnership was revealed, marks a concrete step in expanding cyan's footprint in the ISP segment, with additional contracts expected soon.
Starting in September 2026, the ISP will begin marketing cyan Guard 360, a cybersecurity solution designed to protect small and medium-sized businesses from digital threats such as phishing. The solution is cloud-based, easy to integrate into existing provider infrastructures, and requires minimal effort for customers. ISPs can use it to expand their service portfolio and tap into high-margin revenue streams, addressing the growing demand for value-added services that sustainably increase average revenue per user (ARPU).
“The first direct ISP deal in Germany is concrete proof that our growth strategy is working – and at a remarkable pace,” said Markus Cserna, CEO of cyan AG. “There is strong and growing demand among German Internet service providers to offer their customers real added value through cybersecurity services while simultaneously increasing ARPU. Our cybersecurity solution, cyan Guard 360, meets this need.”
The partnership with CANCOM, announced earlier this year, provides cyan with access to a broad network of potential ISP clients through CANCOM's Marketplace. This win validates the strategy and positions cyan to capture a share of the ISP market, which is increasingly focused on high-quality value-added services to boost ARPU. For ISPs, offering cyan Guard 360 can differentiate their services and improve customer retention by addressing critical cybersecurity needs.
cyan AG, listed on XETR under the ticker CYR, has nearly 20 years of experience in IT security, providing white-label solutions to mobile and fixed network internet providers and financial service providers. Its customers include major telecom groups such as Orange Group, Deutsche Telekom (Magenta/T-Mobile), and Claro Chile (America Movil Group). The company operates its own research and development center to identify industry trends and develop optimal product solutions.
For business leaders, this development underscores the importance of cybersecurity as a revenue driver for ISPs. As digital threats like phishing continue to rise, ISPs that integrate robust security solutions can enhance customer loyalty and create new income streams. For the industry, the deal signals a shift towards bundled security services as a standard offering, potentially reshaping competitive dynamics in the German ISP market. The impact extends to small and medium-sized businesses, which gain access to enterprise-grade protection without complex implementation.
More information about cyan AG and its solutions is available at www.cyansecurity.com.
