Arlington, Va.-based Endgame is set to be acquired by Netherlands-based data management firm Elastic N.V. for $234 million. The board of directors from both companies have entered into an agreement, with hopes of closing the deal by year-end, a press release states.

Endgame offers an endpoint cybersecurity protection platform for enterprises. Launched in 2008, the company’s software is designed to stop attackers from stealing data, Technical.ly DC previously reported. The company has a zero breach tolerance and was the only D.C.-based startup named to Forbes’ Cloud 100 List in 2018.

This acquisition will expand Elastic’s endpoint security capabilities by integrating with its existing efforts, according to the company. Before the deal closes, Elastic will convene a shareholders meeting to conduct a vote to solidify the transaction, which is required by Dutch law.

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