Last updated 2026-06-18
- Acquired by Own, May 2021
Total raised
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Stage
Acquired
Founded
2014
Headcount
2
HQ
Herzliya, Israel
Sector
Cyber Security
About
Merlinx specializes in the development of tailor-made cyber solutions for law enforcement, intelligence agencies, and national security organizations. The companys product portfolio addresses the complex challenges of encrypted messaging and voice-call applications such as WhatsApp, Skype, Viber, and Gmail.
Q&A
- What is Merlinx's primary business?
- Merlinx specializes in developing tailor-made cyber solutions for law enforcement, intelligence agencies, and national security organizations, focusing on encrypted messaging and voice-call applications.
- When was Merlinx founded?
- Merlinx was founded in July 2014.
- What is the current status of Merlinx?
- Merlinx was acquired by Own in May 2021 and is currently inactive.
- Who are the co-founders of Merlinx?
- The co-founders of Merlinx are Matan Markovics (Co-founder & CIO) and Daniel Hanga (Co-founder & CTO).
- What sectors does Merlinx operate in?
- Merlinx operates in the Cyber Security and Security Intelligence sectors.
- What types of customers does Merlinx target?
- Merlinx targets customers in Defense, Safety & Security, National Security, Military, Civil, Security, Public Security, Law Enforcement, Homeland Security, and Government & City.
Team · 2
Sectors & technology
Primary sector
Cyber Security
Sub-sectors
Cyber SecuritySecurity Intelligence
Target customers
Defense, Safety & SecurityNational SecurityMilitaryCivilSecurityPublic SecurityLaw EnforcementHomeland SecurityGovernment & City
Business model
B2GB2B
Tags
surveillancecyber-intelligenceencryptioncyber-securitycyber-warfarehomeland-securitylaw-enforcement
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External links
| linkedin.com/company/10237300 |
Identifiers & details
| Former names | Equus Technologies |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2014-7 |
| Employees (exact) | 2 |
| Status reason | Acquired (Inactive) by Own on May 2021 - ceased to operate |
Acquisitions & public offerings
Acquired by Own 2021-05