Darktrace Dominates NDR Market: Gartner Recognition Signals AI Cybersecurity's Rise

By Stephanie Lewis

November 06, 2025

Cambridge, UK – Darktrace today announced it has been recognized as the sole ‘Customer’s Choice’ vendor in Gartner’s 2025 Peer Insights report for Network Detection and Response (NDR), alongside being named a ‘Leader’ in the associated Magic Quadrant. This dual recognition underscores the growing importance of artificial intelligence in combating increasingly sophisticated cyber threats and solidifies Darktrace's position at the forefront of the NDR market.

While many cybersecurity firms offer NDR solutions, Darktrace distinguishes itself through its “Self-Learning AI” technology. Unlike traditional, signature-based systems that rely on pre-defined threat indicators, Darktrace’s AI learns the ‘normal’ behavior of a network and its users, enabling it to detect and respond to anomalies in real-time – even previously unknown threats. This proactive approach is gaining traction as organizations struggle to keep pace with the evolving threat landscape.

“The volume and complexity of cyberattacks are increasing exponentially,” explains one cybersecurity consultant who requested anonymity. “Traditional security tools simply can’t keep up. Organizations need solutions that can adapt and learn, and that's where AI-powered NDR like Darktrace comes in.”

A Market Ripe for Disruption
The NDR market is experiencing significant growth, projected to reach $3.4 billion by 2030 according to Grand View Research. This growth is driven by factors such as the rise of remote work, the proliferation of cloud-based applications, and the increasing frequency of ransomware attacks. However, the market is also becoming increasingly crowded, with established security vendors and emerging startups vying for market share.

“There's a lot of noise in the cybersecurity space,” says a security analyst. “It’s difficult for organizations to determine which solutions are truly effective. Gartner’s Peer Insights report and Magic Quadrant provide valuable guidance by highlighting vendors that are delivering real value to their customers.”

Darktrace's high ratings in both reports suggest the company is successfully translating its technology into tangible benefits for its clients. The company boasts a customer base of nearly 10,000 organizations globally, and has reported a 30% increase in revenue in 2024.

Beyond Detection: The Power of Autonomous Response

While threat detection is crucial, it’s only the first step in the response process. Many NDR solutions require human intervention to investigate and remediate detected threats. Darktrace, however, takes a more automated approach, enabling its AI to autonomously respond to threats in real-time, without human intervention.

“The speed of modern attacks is a major challenge,” explains another industry expert. “By the time a human analyst has investigated an alert, the attacker may have already achieved their objectives. Autonomous response capabilities are essential for minimizing damage and preventing breaches.”

This autonomous response capability is powered by Darktrace’s “Antigena” technology, which uses machine learning to understand the impact of a threat and take targeted action to contain it. This could involve isolating infected devices, blocking malicious traffic, or shutting down compromised accounts.

The NEXT Level of Visibility

Darktrace recently launched its “NEXT” agent, designed to enhance endpoint visibility and provide deeper insights into user behavior. By collecting and analyzing data from endpoints, NEXT enables Darktrace’s AI to detect and respond to threats that might otherwise go unnoticed.

“Endpoints are often the weakest link in the security chain,” says a CIO who recently implemented Darktrace NEXT. “By providing deeper visibility into endpoint activity, Darktrace is helping us to identify and mitigate threats before they can cause significant damage.”

Analysts praise the NEXT agent for its ability to integrate seamlessly with Darktrace’s existing AI capabilities and provide a more comprehensive view of the threat landscape. Early adopters report significant improvements in threat detection and response times.

Challenges and the Future of NDR

Despite its success, Darktrace faces challenges. The NDR market is competitive, and the company must continue to innovate to maintain its leadership position. Concerns about the potential for false positives and the need for ongoing AI training also remain.

“AI is not a silver bullet,” cautions one cybersecurity professional. “It’s important to remember that AI systems are only as good as the data they are trained on. Ongoing monitoring and refinement are essential for ensuring accuracy and effectiveness.”

Looking ahead, the future of NDR is likely to be shaped by several key trends. These include the increasing adoption of cloud-native security solutions, the integration of AI and machine learning into all aspects of security, and the growing emphasis on automation and autonomous response.

Darktrace, with its pioneering approach to AI-powered cybersecurity, is well-positioned to capitalize on these trends and continue to lead the NDR market. As the threat landscape becomes increasingly complex, organizations will need innovative solutions that can adapt and learn. And, based on Gartner’s latest recognition, Darktrace appears to be delivering on that promise.

About Darktrace:

Darktrace is a leading AI cybersecurity company dedicated to defending organizations against evolving cyber threats. Its Self-Learning AI technology detects and responds to threats in real-time, without human intervention. Darktrace is headquartered in Cambridge, UK, and has offices around the world.