BlackRidge Technology International Inc. has partnered with NTT Advanced Technology Corporation (NTT AT) in Japan to drive the adoption of microsegmentation and identity-based cybersecurity solutions by both enterprises and network operators in the Japanese market. BlackRidge Technology develops, markets and supports a family of next-generation cybersecurity solutions for protecting enterprises, government networks, internet of things (IoT) systems, cloud services and data centers. The company's patented First Packet Authentication technology was originally developed for the U.S. military, to cloak and protect servers and segment networks. The use of identity-based network security delivers on the promise of an end-to-end, zero trust cybersecurity model. BlackRidge's expansion into Japan reflects both the company's global momentum and the increasing prioritization of cybersecurity in the region. Geopolitical tensions, rising concern about physical and cyber terrorism, and Japan's preparations to host the large and most complex sporting event in the world in 2020 are driving intensified efforts to protect against cybersecurity threats. BlackRidge is supporting these initiatives with its advanced microsegmentation and identity-based security solutions.