Forrester names Google Cloud a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: Data Security Platforms Q1 2025

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In this report, you will learn:
  • Why Google Cloud was named a Leader in data security platforms

  • How Google Cloud's native security capabilities compare to those of other data security providers

  • What contributed to Google Cloud receiving the highest score possible in the Vision criterion

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