Nixu Corporation

Nixu, a DNV company, is a trusted cyber security services partner. We help our customers ensure business resilience with peace of mind across multiple industries, enabled by some of the best cyber security professionals in Europe.   

 

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Nixu, a DNV company, is a trusted cyber security services partner that has been shaping the future through cyber security for over three decades. We help our customers ensure business resilience with peace of mind, enabled by some of the best cyber security professionals in Europe. 

DNV is an independent assurance and risk management provider, operating in more than 100 countries, with the purpose of safeguarding life, property, and the environment. As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we help seize opportunities and tackle the risks arising from global transformations. We use our broad experience and deep expertise to advance safety and sustainable performance, set industry standards, and inspire and invent solutions. 

DNV, Nixu, and Applied Risk – an industrial cyber security specialist acquired by DNV in 2021 – are joining forces to create a leading cyber security services business. Together, we will be known as DNV Cyber. A 500-strong expert team will safeguard demanding IT and industrial control system environments and build business resilience across multiple industries. 

Our values

We care.

We care for each other, our customers, our planet, and we take care of ourselves.

We dare.

We dare to explore, to experiment, to be different, and to be courageous, curious and creative.

We share.  

We share our experience and knowledge. We collaborate with each other and our customers, and we continue to grow and develop as a result.

History

1988

The Nixu story began in Finland, at the laboratory of Helsinki University of Technology, when Pekka Nikander founded Nixu in 1988. The name “Nixu” is derived from Pekka’s family name, the Unix operating system and the computer student lab nicknamed “Niksula,” where Mr. Nikander worked as a student.

1989

Nixu organized the first virus seminar as a prelude to the information security business.

1990

Nixu pioneered the TCP/IP march by helping customers with their Internet based e-mail systems.

1992

The first paid employees started working at Nixu, while the most important customer was Telecom Finland's internet services.

1994

The full blown commercial ISP platform was delivered to Telecom Finland, today called Telia. Nixu developed several generations of this platform and administered DNS service until 1998.

1995

The Nixuans created and started, using a web-controlled Linux drink vending machine on its premises.

1996

The first release of the Namesurfer product for DNS administration. Oiva Karppinen became CEO of Nixu.

1997

Nixu established Ericsson as a new customer.

1998

Nixu made an agreement with Saudi Arabia on the national Internet network with King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology. Nixu implemented and operated the super-node, international gateways and management systems of the national Internet for KACST in Saudi Arabia. Nixu’s country organization was established. In the same year, Nixu began a long-term relationship with Nokia.

1999

Nixu growed by acquiring NetPeople Oy.

2000

Nixu continued to grow with the acquisitions of Magic Cookie Oy and Datatieto Oy. Nixu Middle East FZ-LLC was established and registered in Dubai Internet City.

2002

Rabbe Mattila became CEO of Nixu.

2004

Nixu developed a new mobile service for operators and service providers, showcased in the 3GSM Conference in Cannes, France.

2006

Timo Kotilainen started as Nixu CEO. The Namesurfer product and business spin-off were acquired by Nixu Software Oy. In the same year, Nixu was validated as a PCI data security standard auditor by MasterCard and Visa.

2008

Nixu focused on stronger growth in its primary business areas and sold its Middle East operations to two private entrepreneurs.

2009

Nixu moved its office from Helsinki’s Käpylä neighborhood to new, more secure premises in Keilaranta in Espoo.

2010

The number of Nixuans exceeded one hundred. The new initiative ‘Nixu Open’ was established as a part of the Nixu Group. Nixu joined Information Security Forum community.

2011

The Tietovastuu concept (information responsibility) and Tietovastuu.fi website were released. Marko Kauppi joined the Nixu board.

2012

Juhani Kaskeala, Chief of Defence of the Finnish Defence Forces (retired) was selected as a member of Nixu’s board. The Nixu Personas concept in identity management field was launched. Nixu CEO Timo Kotilainen was appointed to head the Finnish Information Security Cluster (FISC).

2013

Nixu celebrated its 25th year of operation, culminating in a Corporate Cybersecurity seminar for corporate executives. In 2013, Nixu delivered projects for customers in over 20 countries. Nixu participated in the Cyberlympics hacking competition for the first time and came in 4th place.

2014

Nixu acquired Panorama Partners Oy, a company specialized in user management and digital identities. The deal increased Nixu's expert team by nearly 40 people. Petri Kairinen was appointed as Nixu CEO. Trading with Nixu shares started at the First North marketplace in December, 2014.

2015

Nixu established a subsidiary, Nixu B.V. in the Netherlands led by Patrick van der Valk. The new Cyber Defense Center service was launched. It is a technology-based service package providing customers with a digital environment for real-time supervision and intrusion investigation as we were an up-to-date status of organizations’ web service threats.

2016

Nixu Corporation’s independent subsidiary Nixu Certification Oy, was granted the status of an official information security inspection body by Ficora. At the same time, Nixu Certification also achieved international ISO 27001 accreditation. Nixu continues to expand its operations; Nixu enters the Swedish market by acquiring Swedish Europoint Networking AB and Safeside Solutions AB, creating a strong position in the Swedish market. In the same year, Nixu established a subsidiary in the United States and established a new international organizational model.

2017

Nixu continued to grow strong; Nixu implemented two new company acquisitions by acquiring an internationally-experienced Expert Solution Support Center BV (ESSC) and Bitsec AB, which primarily operates in Sweden. After these purchases, Nixu's domain is clearly international. In 2017, Nixu's employees totaled more than 300 people. The Finnish Defense Force awarded Nixu with a national Facility Security Clearance.

 

2018

Trading on the Nixu’s shares was transferred from Nasdaq First North to the Nasdaq Helsinki Stock Exchange Official List. Nixu’s team – Team NX – took second place at the Global Cyberlympics -competition in 2018. Nixu’s anniversary year culminated on 4 December at the Nixu NXT event in Helsinki. The event celebrated Nixu’s 30-year history and, above all, the future of cybersecurity. 

2019

Nixu strengthened its market position in Sweden by acquiring the cybersecurity business of the security company Vesper Group. In addition, Nixu opened local operations in Denmark through the acquisition of Ezenta A/S, a company specializing in cybersecurity services. In June, Nixu Certification Ltd. was accredited to audit high security information systems. In August, Nixu announced its growth ambition for years 2020 to 2024.