Kaspersky Lab is shrinking its UK office footprint as the company shifts more activity into its partner network. The move, reported by TASS, shows the aim to rely on channel partners rather than a full-scale local operation. In practice, this means fewer staff, a leaner presence on the ground, and a plan to keep essential support through select partners and regional teams. The change signals a broader strategy to move away from large, standalone offices toward a networked model that can respond quickly to customer needs through partners, rather than through a large local team. Source: TASS
The company’s press service explained that UK operations will be trimmed because business will be redirected to the partner channel. This change is framed as aligning resources with partner capabilities, enabling faster response through a network rather than a large in-house staff. In practice, it means fewer routine activities handled directly by Kaspersky’s local teams, with critical support staying active through selected partners. Source: Company press service
On October 8, following Google’s decision to remove Kaspersky Lab apps from the official Google Play store, the firm advised users on alternative methods to obtain its software to keep Android devices protected. The guidance included trusted download paths and safety reminders, reflecting a concern for user security and continuity of protection even when a major app store blocks the product. Source: Company statement
In July, the Russian cybersecurity firm confirmed it would scale back its presence in the United States. Executives described the move as a hard decision made after careful consideration of US regulatory requirements and market realities. The plan involves reallocating resources, reducing active operations, and focusing on service for existing customers via partners and licensed distributors. Source: TASS
The leadership noted the choice followed a thorough review of US legal requirements and market conditions, describing the reduction of activity as a step to streamline the business in the country. The American market, while meaningful, has shown limited growth under current rules, which has affected how the firm serves customers and supports partners in the United States. Reports warned that sanctions could bite into annual revenue, with figures cited around one hundred million dollars. Source: Company briefing / Market reports
Earlier statements indicated that Kaspersky Lab could be placed on the US sanctions list, a development that would further complicate its operations in North America and affect how its partners cooperate with customers there. Source: TASS