BlackBerry (NYSE:BB) (NYSE: BB) is a global software and services company specializing in secure communications, endpoint management, and embedded systems. The company’s portfolio includes cybersecurity solutions designed to safeguard enterprises against evolving digital threats, as well as unified endpoint management (UEM) platforms that help organizations control and protect devices and applications across numerous operating systems. BlackBerry’s security offerings encompass mobile threat defense, secure file sharing, and risk analytics, all built on its proprietary secure core technology.
In addition to its cybersecurity suite, BlackBerry is a leader in embedded software for the automotive and industrial sectors. Its QNX operating system powers millions of vehicles worldwide, providing a reliable, deterministic platform for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), vehicle-to-everything (V2X) connectivity, and in-vehicle infotainment. The company also offers lifecycle management services and professional consulting to support customers in deploying and maintaining mission-critical systems across smart manufacturing, medical devices, and energy infrastructure.
Founded in 1984 as Research In Motion (RIM) in Waterloo, Ontario, BlackBerry once pioneered the smartphone market with its signature secure mobile devices and push-email technology. Facing intense competition in the hardware business during the early 2010s, the company transitioned to a software-first model under the leadership of CEO John S. Chen, who joined in 2013. This strategic pivot led to divestiture of its handset operations and a renewed focus on enterprise software, cybersecurity, and embedded systems.
BlackBerry serves a diverse clientele spanning government agencies, financial institutions, automotive manufacturers, and telecommunications providers across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific regions. Under John Chen’s leadership, the company has strengthened its partnerships with global technology firms and expanded its research and development efforts in London, Ottawa, Waterloo, and Silicon Valley. With a board comprised of seasoned industry executives, BlackBerry continues to evolve its offerings to meet the security and connectivity demands of the modern digital economy.
