Daiwabo Information System, Inc. Concludes Distributorship Agreement with 1stProtect Corp

- Sales of 1stProtect Endpoint Security and Cybersecurity Solutions Launched in Japan -

Daiwabo Information System Co., Ltd.
1stProtect Corp

Daiwabo Information System Co., Ltd. (Head Offices: Kita-ku, Osaka City and Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Hiroyuki Matsumoto; hereinafter “DIS”) has concluded a distributorship agreement with 1stProtect Corp (Head Office: Menlo Park, California, U.S.A., Chief Executive Officer: Kervin Pillay), a developer and provider of endpoint security and cybersecurity products and solutions, and 1stProtect Japan GK (APAC Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Executive Vice President, Asia Pacific & Executive Officer of 1stProtect Corp. and Representative Executive Officer of 1stProtect Japan GK: Kazukuni Kuroda; collectively, 1stProtect). The companies have begun collaborating toward the sale of 1stProtect products in the Japanese market.

Traditional "detect and respond" approaches offered by standard EDR solutions are increasingly struggling to keep pace with the speed of sophisticated AI-driven cyberattacks. 1stProtect redefines standard cybersecurity by adopting a "Prevention-First" strategy.

This allows companies to both defend against AI-powered attackers and also secure their own AI agents from creating new attack vectors or threats internally or externally.

Utilizing AI-powered real-time behavioral analysis, the 1stProtect platform forces the termination of malicious processes in milliseconds before threats can execute, ensuring "Prevention-by-Default" for all endpoints.

1stProtect features groundbreaking, autonomous "on-device AI inspection" that operates directly on the device without relying on the cloud, maintaining 100% protection even in offline environments disconnected from the network. Additionally, by adopting a "user-space" architecture that does not use kernel drivers—a common cause of system crashes (blue screens)—it operates safely with an extremely low system footprint (less than 1% CPU utilization), allowing IT managers to efficiently deploy agents and enforce robust security policies. Through these capabilities, we help our customers solve security issues regardless of company size and promote digital transformation in Japan.

Comment from 1stProtect Corp

Kervin Pillay, Chief Executive Officer of 1stProtect Corp, stated, “We are very pleased to have concluded a distributorship agreement with DIS in the Japanese market to expand our presence globally. As AI assisted cybersecurity threats grow more complex, it is essential for companies of all sizes to protect their endpoint environments, systems, and sensitive data. In close collaboration with DIS, we are committed to safeguarding businesses throughout Japan from cyber threats that increasingly are getting faster are more pervasive due to the adoption of AI Agents”

Kazukuni Kuroda, Executive Vice President, Asia Pacific & Executive Officer of 1stProtect Corp. and Representative Executive Officer of 1stProtect Japan GK, commented: “As AI accelerates the speed and sophistication of cyberattacks, conventional security approaches that rely on detecting threats and responding after the fact are increasingly insufficient to prevent damage. 1stProtect introduces a new approach, ‘Prevention by Default,’ designed to stop threats before they execute, while making advanced endpoint security more accessible and affordable. Through our collaboration with DIS, we aim to bring enterprise-grade cybersecurity to more Japanese businesses of all sizes, helping them protect their critical data and maintain business continuity.”

Comment from Daiwabo Information System

Shigeki Tanimizu, Director and Head of the Strategic Technology Div. at Daiwabo Information System Co., Ltd. commented:

“We are very pleased to begin offering 1stProtect’s innovative security solutions to our customers. As cyber risks continue to become more sophisticated and diverse, while cloud adoption and digital transformation accelerate, organizations are increasingly seeking security solutions that provide effective protection while remaining practical and easy to operate after deployment. 1stProtect delivers significant value as a next-generation security solution designed to address these evolving needs. Its innovative approach to cybersecurity provides organizations with a powerful way to strengthen their security posture while simplifying the operational challenges associated with endpoint protection. Through our offering of 1stProtect solutions, we will provide comprehensive support throughout the customer journey—from selecting the right solution based on each customer’s specific security challenges, through deployment and implementation, to successful operational adoption. By doing so, we are committed to helping our customers build secure, resilient, and reliable IT environments with confidence.”

About 1stProtect

1stProtect (headquartered in Menlo Park, California, USA, with its Asia headquarters in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo) develops, owns, and operates a state-of-the-art endpoint detection and response (EDR) platform and a full suite of cybersecurity solutions. Built to protect enterprise endpoints, manage cloud connectivity, and deliver managed security services (MSSP/MDR/DFIR), 1stProtect safeguards organizations’ critical assets and seamlessly prevents data breaches. For more information, visit https://1stprotect.ai/.

About Daiwabo Information System Co., Ltd.

As one of Japan’s largest distributors supporting IT distribution, DIS supplies IT-related products sourced from approximately 1,500 manufacturers and suppliers in Japan and overseas to end users throughout Japan through approximately 19,000 domestic sales partners. With 112 sales locations nationwide and a community-based sales structure, DIS serves as a “distributor with a human face” and responds to the diverse needs of its customers.
URL: https://www.pc-daiwabo.co.jp/english/

Inquiries Regarding This Matter

Daiwabo Information System Co., Ltd.
Strategic Technology Div., Information Strategy Dept.
Niwa
TEL: +81-6-4707-8063

Media Inquiries
Daiwabo Information System Co., Ltd.
Management Strategy Div., Corporate Planning Dept., Corporate Branding Sect.
Tanioka
E-mail: dis_web@pc-daiwabo.co.jp

Inquiries Regarding This Matter
1stProtect Japan LLC
E-mail: sales@1stprotect.ai