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I’m looking forward to talking cybersecurity at TechBBQ!   The topic? Why cybersecurity should now part of every startup’s growth strategy, how to get started - and what 5 easy steps you can implement to gain benefits.    I’m joining One Peak Partner Christoph Mayer and Fremsyn CEO Nina Schwartz on stage to share actionable advice on how to build cybersecurity into your product for growth and protection made possible by Industriens Fond.   We’re talking: → Simple, budget-friendly approaches to implement security → How embedding security into your strategy fuels growth → How VCs evaluate a company’s cybersecurity before investing → What the real impact is when a scale-up faces a cyber attack   Why it matters 👉 Industriens Fond reports building security into your product and processes as early as possible gives startups a key competitive advantage   👉 Cyber security now a key part of due diligence for VCs so it’s becoming a hygiene factor for startups looking to fundraise   Join us! 📍 TechBBQ | Tech Stage 📆 11th September ⏰ 14.04 - 14.39   Check out the report from IF (Danish) https://lnkd.in/duUXMc2X Nadika Bulathsinhala Malene Stidsen Christoph Mayer Nina Schwartz #innovation #techbbq #cybersecurity #startup

I've always been excited by smaller players making big strides in the industry! Filigran, the cybersecurity startup making their mark in the threat intel space, have just received $35million to drive global expansion and product innovation 👏 CEO Samuel Hassine, has commented on the shared company ambition to make sure threat intelligence is accessible and actionable for all organisations. This funding will influence growth predominantly in the US and pacific regions, and contribute towards the ongoing development of product innovation. What other small businesses should we be keeping an eye out on? Harry Baldwin Daisy Steel Tom Wilding #cybersecurity #funding #neuco

The Journey Comes to a Close: Celebrating the End of Our Cyber Growth Program! ✨ The time has come to say goodbye to our incredible batch of cybersecurity startups! These visionary teams have come a long way, tackling industry challenges with cutting-edge solutions and preparing to make a lasting impact in the #cybersecurity world. 🔐🛡️ 📽️ We’re excited to share the after-movie where these amazing founders reflect on their experience! From mastering their go-to-market strategies to refining their products, they’ve proven their resilience and dedication every step of the way. 🌐📈 🔥 Meet the startups who are shaping the future of cybersecurity: Block-Auth: Josué López, Yassir Doutroi. Certopus: Vraj Gohil, Khushi Patel, Raj Bheda Cloudtainer: Francisco Valderrama Méndez Passport.GG | Empowering Global Gamers: Ignat Bobrovich A huge shoutout to our incredible team behind the program—Sergio Borasino and Monica Aguilar—for their unwavering support throughout these weeks. 🙌 While the program may have come to an end, this is only the beginning for these startups. 🚀 We can’t wait to see the groundbreaking strides they’ll take in the cybersecurity space! #CyberGrowth #DemoDay #BilbaoInnovation #Cybersecurity #AccelerationProgram #Innovation #StartupSuccess

Given the real-world cybersecurity challenges facing today's companies, I am proud of all that ParadigmIT is doing to be part of the solution!

The Catalyst is at SecTor this week connecting with innovative cybersecurity companies. As we support startups in our RBC FinSec Incubator and our Auto and Life Sciences Cyber Challenge, we’re collecting top tips from cyber sales experts for selling new products in this industry. Check out our findings in this video, and learn more about how we support cybersecurity startups by visiting cybersecurecatalyst.ca #SecTor2024 #cybersecurity #startups #innovation #Cybersecurityforall Featuring: Sean Blenkhorn, Katherine Isaac, Dilpreet Matharoo, Ken Barnett, Aakash Khosla, and Nathan Battersby

YES!Delft is organising a special validation and acceleration programme in collaboration with InnovationQuarter and Municipality of The Hague, specifically designed for cybersecurity startups. This program offers tailored support for startups in the early stages seeking validation or those ready to scale. The program was officially launched yesterday with a kick-off event involving all partners, underscoring each partner’s commitment to fostering innovation in the rapidly growing field of cybersecurity. "By operating from the heart of the Dutch cybersecurity ecosystem, this program enables companies to develop innovative solutions that are essential for protecting our digital infrastructure worldwide." – Ras Lalmy, Managing Director of YES!Delft Key Benefits of the Cybersecurity Program ✅ Tailored support through the YES!Delft Validation and Accelerator Programs. ✅ Access to expert mentors and workshops led by top cybersecurity professionals. ✅ Networking opportunities within The Hague’s unique cybersecurity ecosystem. ✅ Guidance for market validation and growth. These cybersecurity programs are supported by, among others, the Ministry of Economic Affairs, dcypher, TNO, Ministerie van Justitie en Veiligheid, ROM-Nederland, Security Delta (HSD), HSD Campus ,Delft University of Technology, Topsector ICT, and are in line with the vision and approach of the KIA Security and KIA Digitalization partnership. Curious to learn more? Visit the YES!Delft program page: https://lnkd.in/e8zBcs4Y More information about the initiative can be found here: https://lnkd.in/e_CMVmFc #entrepreneurship #cyber #cybersecurity #startups #yesdelft #innovation #startupcommunity #techstartups #cyberawareness #CSW

The global cybersecurity market–now estimated at over $182B–is forecasted to soar above $314B by 2029. Among those leading the charge in this space are visionary investors like Iren Reznikov, who generously shared her strategic methods for assessing cybersecurity startups and emerging technologies. Central to Iren’s philosophy are the three foundational pillars: Team, Technology, and Timing. 👉 Read the full blog to dive deeper into Iren's investment strategies and insights: https://bit.ly/3VVgHQu #Cybersecurity #InvestmentStrategy #Innovation

Successful investors like Iren Reznikov recognize that the most impactful ventures are those that anticipate and synchronize with evolving customer needs. While change remains a constant, investments aimed at long-term success must embody three essential characteristics: Scalability, Flexibility and Reliability. #cybersecurity #investmentstrategy #innovation

📢 We are thrilled to share the news that Adara portfolio company Cyber Guru has raised $25 million in a Series B round of funding. Adara participated in the round led by Riverside Acceleration Capital, alongside Educapital, and existing investors P101. 🇮🇹 Cyber Guru has established itself as one of the fastest-growing startups across Southern Europe, working with 700+ organizations to provide #cybersecurity awareness training programs to more than 1 million active users in 90 countries. ⚡ Combining a proprietary adaptive #machinelearning model along with behavioral science methodologies, Cyber Guru’s comprehensive #securityawareness training platform has proven to be engaging and effective, leading to real improvements in an organization’s security posture. 🌍 This new investment will strengthen Cyber Guru's position in the market by supporting its ambitious #AI-driven contextual training strategy. The company intends to use the funding to boost sales & marketing efforts while expanding its Go-To-Market operations throughout Europe. We are excited to continue supporting Founder and CEO Gianni Baroni and the entire Cyber Guru team on their mission to help organizations strengthen their defenses against rising cyber threats. 🚀 👉 Read more: https://buff.ly/4dXKjCA

We are excited to kick off the week by announcing sponsorship opportunities at the 1st Annual Cybersecurity Startup Expo!   The event will feature over 350 Organisations, 30+ Cybersecurity Startups, 1 Stage and Partners. Join us and showcase your solutions at our brand new cybersecurity event on the 13th of November at 7A Odenplan. ▶ For more details visit the event website at https://lnkd.in/gsFrKNXm  #cybersecuritysolutions #cybersecurityservices #cybersecurityinnovation #cybersecuritytrends #cybersecurityinsights #cybersecurityleaders #cybersecurityexperts