Palo Alto shares sink 8%, CEO defends cybersecurity's position as AI hits software stocks

Palo Alto has bet big on AI in recent months and launched an aggressive acquisition spree that included buying CyberArk for $25 billion.

# Palo Alto shares sink 8%, CEO defends cybersecurity's position as AI hits software stocks Palo Alto has bet big on AI in recent months and launched an aggressive acquisition spree that included buying CyberArk for $25 billion. **Read the full article:** [CNBC](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/02/18/palo-alto-stock-cybersecurity-ai-earnings.html) *This article was originally published by CNBC. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*