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BlackBerry
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJul 4, 2026
BlackBerry

BlackBerry

Public

BlackBerry Limited: Global provider of AI-driven cybersecurity, data privacy solutions, and IoT enterprise software.

HQ
Waterloo, Ontario, CA
Founded
1984
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Founded in 1984 as Research In Motion Limited and rebranded to BlackBerry Limited in 2013, BlackBerry is headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. The company's core mission is to provide intelligent security software solutions, leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance cybersecurity, safety, and data privacy. BlackBerry offers a range of products and services including endpoint security and management, encryption, and embedded systems, primarily serving government and enterprise sectors worldwide.

Notable affiliated individuals include its co-founders Mike Lazaridis and Douglas Fregin. Key investors have included Fairfax Financial Holdings. BlackBerry's significant achievements include pioneering smartphone technology before pivoting to software solutions. The company has made a substantial impact on the cybersecurity landscape, providing robust security measures for critical infrastructure and enterprise environments globally.

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BlackBerry - Quick Facts

Who are BlackBerry's competitors?

Companies similar to BlackBerry include BlackCloak, Blackpoint Cyber, Trustlook and Blacksite.Solutions.

When was BlackBerry founded?

BlackBerry was founded in 1984.

Where is BlackBerry's headquarters located?

BlackBerry's headquarters is located in Waterloo, Ontario, CA.

When was BlackBerry's last funding round?

BlackBerry's most recent funding round was for $175M (USD) in January 2024.

How much has BlackBerry raised to-date?

As of Jan 24, 2024, BlackBerry has raised a total of $1.3B (USD).

How many employees does BlackBerry have?

BlackBerry has 3,225 employees as of Feb 6, 2024.

BlackBerry - Classification

Ownership
  • Public
Technology
  • AI
  • Machine Learning
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Recurring
Customer
  • Enterprise
  • Government
Main Product
  • Cybersecurity
  • Software
Tags
  • IoT
  • Security
Unique IDs
  • secCik: 0001070235
  • ticker: BB
NAICS
  • 334200Communications Equipment Manufacturing
  • 334220Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing
  • 330000Manufacturing
  • 334000Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 7372Prepackaged Software
ISIC
  • 1820Reproduction of recorded media
  • 5820Software publishing
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NAICS
  • 334100Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing
  • 334210Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing
  • 334400Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
  • 334418Printed Circuit Assembly (Electronic Assembly) Manufacturing
  • 334600Manufacturing and Reproducing Magnetic and Optical Media
  • 513200Software Publishers
  • 517111Wired Telecommunications Carriers
  • 510000Information
  • 335000Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
  • 513000Publishing Industries
  • 517000Telecommunications
  • 517100Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite)
  • 334110Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing
  • 334410Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
  • 334610Manufacturing and Reproducing Magnetic and Optical Media
  • 513210Software Publishers
  • 517110Wired and Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite)
SIC
  • 3660Communications Equipment
  • 3661Telephone And Telegraph Apparatus
  • 3663Radio And Television Broadcasting And Communications Equipment
  • 4810Telephone Communications
  • 4813Telephone Communications, Except Radiotelephone
  • 3600Electronic And Other Electrical Equipment And Components, Except Computer
  • 3900Miscellaneous Manufacturing Industries
  • 4000Railroad Transportation
  • 4800Communications
  • 6000Depository Institutions
  • 3670Electronic Components And Accessories
  • 3679Electronic Components, Not Elsewhere Classified
ISIC
  • 2610Manufacture of electronic components and boards
  • 2630Manufacture of communication equipment