OneSpan to Acquire Build38 to Enhance Mobile Security Technology
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 12 2026
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OneSpan "announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Build38, a leader in next-generation mobile application protection solutions, to extend OneSpan's investment in advanced mobile security technologies. The planned acquisition is expected to enhance OneSpan's App Shielding offering by adding SDK-based security solutions that integrate in-app, cloud, and AI technologies. These enhancements will provide businesses with unmatched protection against the growing wave of attacks targeting the mobile channel, as well as critical intelligence and telemetry on the mobile devices where the applications are deployed. The planned transaction is currently expected to close by March 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions."
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Analyst Views on OSPN
Wall Street analysts forecast OSPN stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for OSPN is 18.50 USD with a low forecast of 15.00 USD and a high forecast of 22.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
3 Analyst Rating
2 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 11.680
Low
15.00
Averages
18.50
High
22.00
Current: 11.680
Low
15.00
Averages
18.50
High
22.00
About OSPN
OneSpan Inc. provides secure authentication, identity, electronic signature and digital workflow solutions that protect and facilitate digital transactions and agreements. Its segments include Security Solutions and Digital Agreements. Security Solutions segment consists of its portfolio of software products, software development kits, and Digipass authenticator devices that are used to build applications designed to defend against attacks on digital transactions across online environments, devices, and applications. Its security products include authentication servers, mobile app security and mobile authenticators. Digital Agreements segment consists of solutions that enable its clients to secure and automate business processes associated with their digital agreement and customer transaction lifecycles that require consent, non-repudiation and compliance. These solutions, which are largely cloud-based, include OneSpan Sign e-signature, OneSpan Notary, and Identity Verification.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
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