Protectstar™ Wins 2025 BIG INNOVATION Award for Antivirus AI

The Business Intelligence Group presents this award to companies whose products and services advance their industries and set new benchmarks through outstanding ideas. Antivirus AI impressed the judges with its unique blend of artificial intelligence, innovative dual-engine architecture, and an exceptionally high detection rate against modern threats.

“Your nomination for Protectstar’s Antivirus AI Android app was selected from hundreds of submissions because it has earned global recognition.”
– Jury of the Business Intelligence Group

Russ Fordyce, CEO & Founder of the Business Intelligence Group, emphasizes the significance of this honor:

“Your achievement is a testament to your commitment, your innovative strength, and your substantial contributions to your industry. This award recognizes your exceptional ability to innovate and the value you bring to your customers, stakeholders, and community.”

Antivirus AI has already achieved outstanding test results in the past:

• December 2023 (Version 1.5): First AV-TEST certification with a detection rate of 99.5%.
• July 2024 (Version 2.0): Detection rate increased to over 99.9% while reducing false alarms and optimizing system performance.

At the heart of Antivirus AI is the dual-engine technology, which combines a traditional scanner for known malware with an AI-driven engine that identifies newly emerging threats. This synergy provides comprehensive, proactive protection with minimal resource consumption.

“The 2025 BIG INNOVATION Award confirms that our vision of pioneering AI-driven security technology is coming to fruition,” says Chris Bohn, CEO of Protectstar™. “We will continue investing in research and development to keep Antivirus AI at the forefront of mobile cybersecurity and offer our users the best possible protection.”

Looking Ahead
As part of its long-term roadmap, Protectstar™ plans to continuously expand Antivirus AI, including:

• Cross-Platform Protection: Extending AI technology to macOS and iOS to ensure the highest level of security on Apple systems.
• Enhanced Offline AI Scanning: A powerful mode to detect dangerous files even without an active internet connection.
• AI Agent & Community Features: A connected security ecosystem with real-time threat data sharing and deeper insights into the global protection community.

About Protectstar™
Founded in 2004 by Chris Bohn, Protectstar™ is an innovative cybersecurity company. Its solutions protect over eight million users—ranging from individuals and businesses to military and government agencies—against modern cyberthreats, securing both devices and data.

About the Business Intelligence Group
Each year, the Business Intelligence Group honors companies, products, and individuals that stand out in their fields through innovation and excellence. The organization’s awards recognize achievements that shape the long-term development of industries and markets.

More Information
https://www.protectstar.com/en/products/antivirus-ai