Tag: startup
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Cisco grabs SnapAttack for threat detection
Cisco is acquiring threat-detection startup SnapAttack for an undisclosed amount as it continues to expand its security portfolio.Established in 2001 by Booz Allen’s Dark Labs, SnapAttack is known for its threat detection and engineering technology, which melds threat intelligence, attack emulation, and behavioral analytics to help customers identify potential vulnerabilities and gaps in their networks, ideally…
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Wald.ai Launches Data Loss Protection for AI Platforms
The cybersecurity startup’s data loss protection platform uses contextual redaction to help organizations safely use private business information across AI platforms. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/data-privacy/wald-launches-data-loss-protection-for-ai-platforms
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BlackBerry sells Cylance for $160M, a fraction of the $1.4B it paid in 2018
Arctic Wolf has acquired Cylance, BlackBerry’s beleaguered cybersecurity business, for $160 million, a significant discount from the $1.4 billion BlackBerry paid to acquire the startup in 2018. Under the terms of the deal, which is expected to close in BlackBerry’s fiscal Q4, BlackBerry will sell its Cylance assets to Arctic Wolf for $160 million […]…
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Security leaders top 10 takeaways for 2024
Tags: access, ai, attack, automation, best-practice, breach, business, ciso, cloud, compliance, corporate, crowdstrike, cybercrime, cybersecurity, data, deep-fake, detection, email, finance, fraud, governance, group, guide, hacker, identity, incident response, infosec, ISO-27001, office, okta, phishing, privacy, programming, regulation, risk, risk-management, saas, security-incident, service, software, startup, strategy, technology, threat, tool, training, vulnerabilityThis year has been challenging for CISOs, with a growing burden of responsibility, the push to make cybersecurity a business enabler, the threat of legal liability for security incidents, and an expanding attack landscape.As the year comes to a close, CISOs reflect on some of the takeaways that have shaped the security landscape in 2024.…
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The Hidden Risks of Mobile Calls and Messages: Why EndEnd Encryption is Just the Starting Line
Tags: access, android, breach, business, communications, control, cybercrime, cybersecurity, data, encryption, endpoint, espionage, government, identity, intelligence, mobile, network, risk, service, startup, technology, threat, tool, update, vulnerabilityThe recent breaches of sovereign telecom networks in the United States, underscores how highly connected but fragmented public networks are increasingly vulnerable to sophisticated attacks. Another rising concern is the blind trust organizations and individuals put into consumer-grade messaging apps such as WhatsApp to share government and commercially-sensitive information. Some of the biggest risks concerning these…
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Cloud Access Security Broker ein Kaufratgeber
Tags: access, ai, api, authentication, cisco, cloud, compliance, control, cyberattack, data, detection, endpoint, exploit, gartner, governance, intelligence, mail, malware, microsoft, monitoring, network, phishing, ransomware, risk, saas, service, software, startup, threat, tool, zero-day, zero-trust -
Serhiy Tokarev Explains Why Health Tech Startups Are Worth Investing In
Tags: startupHealth Tech is booming, projected to grow from $312.92B in 2024 to $981.23B by 2032. Serhiy Tokarev highlights… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/serhiy-tokarev-why-health-tech-startups-investing/
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Silent Push Raises $10 Million for Preemptive Threat Intelligence Platform
Threat intel startup Silent Push has raised $10 million in a funding round co-led by Ten Eleven Ventures and Stepstone Group LP. The post Silent Push Raises $10 Million for Preemptive Threat Intelligence Platform appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on securityweek.com Jump to article: www.securityweek.com/silent-push-raises-10-million-for-preemptive-threat-intelligence-platform/
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AI Meets Fraud Prevention in LexisNexis-IDVerse Acquisition
LexisNexis Combines AI-Driven Document Authentication With Its Fraud Solutions. To counter AI-driven fraud, LexisNexis acquired IDVerse, a London-based startup focused on document authentication and regulatory compliance. This acquisition aims to seamlessly integrate advanced tools into LexisNexis’ fraud and identity platforms, enhancing global operations. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/ai-meets-fraud-prevention-in-lexisnexis-idverse-acquisition-a-27032
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Citrix Acquisitions Boost Zero-Trust Defense for Hybrid Work
deviceTrust, Strong Network Acquisitions Improve Zero Trust, Developer Protections. Citrix enhances its security for hybrid work by acquiring deviceTrust and Strong Network. Purchasing these European startups boosts protection for VDI, DaaS and cloud development, empowering organizations to enforce zero-trust principles and reduce risks across their hybrid environments. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/citrix-acquisitions-boost-zero-trust-defense-for-hybrid-work-a-27019
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Cohesity completes its merger with Veritas; here’s how they’ll integrate
Data protection startup Cohesity completed its merger with Veritas’ enterprise data protection business, creating one entity with 12,000 customers that is valued at $7 billion. The deal was originally announced in February 2024. Cohesity valued Carlyle-owned Veritas’ data protection business at $3 billion at the time, according to CRN reporting. Cohesity declined to comment on…
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Astrix’s $45M Series B Targets Non-Human Identity Security
Startup Aims to Secure AI Agents, Expand Global Reach, Do User Access Management. Astrix raises $45 million to advance AI agent security and expand its global presence. The company plans to double its workforce, focusing on anomaly detection and fingerprinting techniques for non-human identities along the correlating information about human and non-human identities. First seen…
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Astrix’s $45B Series B Targets Non-Human Identity Security
Startup Aims to Secure AI Agents, Expand Global Reach, Do User Access Management. Astrix raises $45 million to advance AI agent security and expand its global presence. The company plans to double its workforce, focusing on anomaly detection and fingerprinting techniques for non-human identities along the correlating information about human and non-human identities. First seen…
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A16z-backed Toka wants to help US agencies hack into security cameras and other IoT devices
An Israeli startup specializing in penetrating IoT devices says it’s hiring to “support new business growth” in the US government market. First seen on techcrunch.com Jump to article: techcrunch.com/2024/12/06/a16z-backed-toka-wants-to-help-us-agencies-hack-into-security-cameras-and-other-iot-devices/
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Datenschutz: Google investiert in DSGVOup
Mit rund 20 Millionen Euro beteiligt sich der Suchmaschinenkonzern am Datenschutz-Spezialisten Usercentrics. First seen on golem.de Jump to article: www.golem.de/news/datenschutz-google-investiert-in-dsgvo-start-up-2412-191489.html
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AI chatbot startup WotNot leaks 346,000 files, including passports and medical records
Wotnot, An Indian AI startup that helps businesses build custom chatbots, has leaked almost 350,000 sensitive files after the data was left unsecured on the web. First seen on bitdefender.com Jump to article: www.bitdefender.com/en-us/blog/hotforsecurity/ai-chatbot-startup-wotnot-leaks-346-000-files-including-passports-and-medical-records
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OpenAI inks deal to upgrade Anduril’s anti-drone tech
OpenAI plans to team up with Anduril, the defense startup, to supply its AI tech to systems the U.S. military uses to counter drone attacks. The Wall Street Journal reports that Anduril will incorporate OpenAI tech into software that assesses and tracks unmanned aircraft. Anduril tells the publication that OpenAI’s models could improve the accuracy…
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Tenable Seeking Acquisition Of Exposure Management Startup Vulcan: Report
Tenable is reportedly in talks for a nine-figure deal to acquire exposure risk management startup Vulcan Cyber. First seen on crn.com Jump to article: www.crn.com/news/security/2024/tenable-seeking-acquisition-of-exposure-management-startup-vulcan-report
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Cloud security specialist Upwind confirms it raised $100M at a $900M valuation
In November, TechCrunch broke the news that cybersecurity startup Upwind was getting a lot of inbound interest to raise money on a big valuation. Now, we can confirm that the deal is done: Upwind has closed a Series A round of $100 million. The company confirmed that the round values it at $900 million post-money. …
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Confirmed: cloud security specialist Upwind raises $100M on a $900M valuation
In November, we broke the news on how cybersecurity startup Upwind was getting a lot of inbound interest to raise money on a big valuation. Now, we can confirm that the deal is done: Upwind has closed a Series A of $100 million. The company confirmed that the round values it at $900 million post-money. …
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Mitarbeiter Mit eigenen Psycho-Tricks schlagen? So geht diese deutsche Firma gegen Hacker vor
Cyber-Kriminalität verursacht in der deutschen Wirtschaft jedes Jahr einen Schaden in Milliardenhöhe. Das Start-up Sosafe hilft Unternehmen wie Aldi N… First seen on welt.de Jump to article: www.welt.de/wirtschaft/gruenderszene/article247654720/Cyber-Kriminalitaet-Mit-eigenen-Psycho-Tricks-schlagen-So-geht-diese-deutsche-Firma-gegen-Hacker-vor.html
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How To Get Your Startup Off The Ground Amid Cybersecurity Threats
When looking to create a business, one of the most important things to consider is how you will… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/how-to-startup-off-ground-amid-cybersecurity-threats/
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AI Startup Execs Say It Should Be Easier to Tap UK Funding
‘You Wonder, Should I Just Spend It on a Place to Stay in America For a Week’. Revisions to U.K. government research funding guidelines and their complex application pose a challenge to early-stage tech companies, experts on Tuesday told a parliamentary committee inquiry. We have definitely had issues, said Peadar Coyle, founder of AudioStack. First…
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The 10 Hottest Cybersecurity Startups Of 2024
CRN’s picks for the hottest cybersecurity startups of 2024 include companies offering tools for cloud and AI security, data security and security operations. First seen on crn.com Jump to article: www.crn.com/news/security/2024/the-10-hottest-cybersecurity-startups-of-2024
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Crosspoint to Invest $5M in Each Innovation Sandbox Finalist
Money Aims to Simplify Fundraising for RSA Conference Innovation Sandbox Finalists. Finalists selected for RSA Conference’s Innovation Sandbox competition will now each receive a $5 million investment from Crosspoint Capital. Managing Partner Hugh Thompson said this initiative ensures top cybersecurity startups are equipped to handle increased demand and scale effectively. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump…
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Startup can identify deepfake video in real time
Reality Defender says it has a solution for AI-generated video scams. First seen on arstechnica.com Jump to article: arstechnica.com/security/2024/10/startup-can-catch-identify-deepfake-video-in-realtime/
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Wiz To Acquire Cloud Remediation Startup Dazz For $450 Million
Wiz said it plans to extend its cloud and AI security platform with the acquisition of cloud remediation startup Dazz. First seen on crn.com Jump to article: www.crn.com/news/security/2024/wiz-to-acquire-cloud-remediation-startup-dazz-for-450-million
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Cybersecurity M&A Push Continues With Acquisitions By N”‘able, Bitsight, Silverfort
Recent cybersecurity acquisitions have included nine-figure deals by N”‘able and Bitsight along with a startup acquisition by Silverfort. First seen on crn.com Jump to article: www.crn.com/news/security/2024/cybersecurity-m-a-push-continues-with-acquisitions-by-n-able-bitsight-silverfort
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Cyera CEO On Raising $300M To Become The ‘EndEnd’ Data Security Platform
Cyera CEO Yotam Segev spoke with CRN as the data security startup announced raising $300 million in new funding with a $3 billion valuation. First seen on crn.com Jump to article: www.crn.com/news/security/2024/cyera-ceo-on-raising-300m-to-become-the-end-to-end-data-security-platform