Okta, Inc. (NASDAQ: OKTA), a leader in identity and access management, has announced a multi-year partnership with McLaren Racing, the 2024 Formula 1 Constructors’ Champion and one of the most iconic names in motorsport. As part of this collaboration, Okta will become an Official Partner of the McLaren Formula 1 Team for the 2025 season and beyond. The primary focus of this partnership will be to explore innovative ways to enhance security and improve access to McLaren Racing’s digital platforms for fans, partners, and employees.
“We are thrilled to welcome Okta as an Official Partner of the McLaren F1 Team,” said Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing. This strategic partnership will boost the team’s security capabilities and streamline our digital operations, enhancing our performance off the track. With Okta’s expertise, we can remain focused on building upon the on-track successes we achieved last season.”
The collaboration will begin with an initial deployment aimed at improving McLaren Racing’s digital infrastructure and security systems. Okta’s advanced identity management solutions will ensure that the team, its fans, and its partners can confidently access apps and platforms, knowing their data and identities are protected.
Okta’s role will extend beyond the initial deployment phase. As the partnership evolves, the company will work closely with McLaren Racing to refine and enhance the team’s digital environment. This will involve strengthening security measures, increasing efficiency, and ensuring McLaren Racing can operate securely and with the flexibility needed to keep up with the fast-paced world of Formula 1.
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“We are proud to partner with McLaren Racing and are excited to bring our identity protection expertise to one of the most revered teams in motorsport,” said Todd McKinnon, CEO and Co-Founder of Okta. “Our shared commitment to speed and security will allow McLaren Racing to focus on its performance while we ensure their millions of fans, partners, and employees can trust their identities are secure. Together, we will enable McLaren to perform at its best on and off the track.”
With this strategic partnership, Okta will play a key role in supporting McLaren Racing’s continued success. It will provide the team with the tools to secure its digital infrastructure, protect its stakeholders, and continue to excel in the high-stakes world of Formula 1 racing.
