AYCE Capital acquires Kernel Advisory to expand cybersecurity advisory reach

By AI, Created 12:40 AM UTC, May 21, 2026, /AGP/ – Kernel Advisory has joined AYCE Capital, giving the cybersecurity advisory firm more resources and a wider footprint across North America, the UK and Europe. The move comes as Kernel marks its sixth anniversary and looks to handle larger, multi-market client work.

Why it matters: - The acquisition expands Kernel Advisory’s capacity for more complex, multi-geography cybersecurity engagements. - Kernel clients now have access to deeper operational resources across the AYCE Capital portfolio. - The deal strengthens Kernel’s reach in the UK and Europe after a record year of engagements in those markets.

What happened: - Kernel Advisory announced that it has joined the AYCE Capital family of companies. - The announcement was made on May 21, 2026, in Toronto. - Kernel Advisory provides cybersecurity advisory services focused on cyber risk, advisory and security operations. - AYCE Capital acquires small and medium-sized managed service providers in North America. - Kernel’s people, methodology and operating approach are staying the same after the acquisition. - The announcement also lines up with Kernel Advisory’s sixth anniversary.

The details: - Kernel Advisory says its client base includes private equity firms, founders and security leaders across North America and Europe. - Over six years, Kernel has advised private equity funds managing billions in assets on buy-side and sell-side diligence and post-close strategy. - Kernel also runs vCISO, managed security operations, offensive security and incident response programs for operating companies. - The firm works across regulated and high-growth sectors. - Kernel has been named to The Globe and Mail’s Top Growing Companies list in back-to-back years. - Kernel reported 130% growth over the last three years. - Kernel’s founder, Ira Goldstein, said the AYCE partnership gives the firm a platform to open new markets and deepen client relationships. - AYCE Capital CEO Philip Kaczmarczyk said the acquisition gives AYCE’s network access to cyber expertise and gives Kernel more scale. - Kernel Advisory CEO Eric Kedrosky said the company expects to move faster and deliver more through the expanded platform. - Kernel Advisory’s website is kerneladvisory.com. - AYCE Capital’s website is ayce-capital.com. - Kernel Advisory’s LinkedIn page is Kernel Advisory on LinkedIn.

Between the lines: - The acquisition appears aimed at pairing Kernel’s advisory expertise with AYCE’s capital and operating support. - The timing suggests Kernel is using its anniversary to frame the deal as a growth step rather than a reset. - The UK and Europe expansion points to a broader push beyond Kernel’s core North American base.

What’s next: - Kernel Advisory is expected to use AYCE’s resources to take on larger and more complex engagements. - The firm also appears positioned to continue expanding across the UK and Europe. - Media inquiries can be sent to info@kerneladvisory.com.