74% of CISOs are increasing crisis simulation budgets

In the aftermath of 2024’s high-profile cybersecurity incidents, including NHS, CrowdStrike, 23andMe, Transport for London, and Cencora, CISOs are reassessing their organisation’s readiness to manage a potential “chaos” of a full-scale cyber crisis, ac… Continue reading 74% of CISOs are increasing crisis simulation budgets

Funding soars in a milestone year for Israeli cybersecurity

In this Help Net Security video, Or Salom, Analyst at YL Ventures, discusses the State of the Cyber Nation Report 2024. The report reveals resilience and growth in the Israeli cybersecurity industry, with total investments reaching $4 billion across 89… Continue reading Funding soars in a milestone year for Israeli cybersecurity

How CISOs can elevate cybersecurity in boardroom discussions

Ross Young is the CISO in residence at Team8 and the creator of the OWASP Threat and Safeguard Matrix (TaSM). In this interview, he shares his perspective on how cybersecurity professionals can tailor their presentations to the board, aligning security… Continue reading How CISOs can elevate cybersecurity in boardroom discussions

Cybersecurity spending trends and their impact on businesses

Managing cybersecurity and IT budgets is a critical element of organizational strategy. With increasing threats to data security, the rise of ransomware, and the need to protect IT infrastructure, organizations must invest wisely in cybersecurity to st… Continue reading Cybersecurity spending trends and their impact on businesses

Breaking down the numbers: Q3 2024 cybersecurity funding activity recap

We present a list of selected cybersecurity companies that received funding during the third quarter of 2024 (Q3 2024). Apono October | 15.5 million Apono has raised $15.5 million in a Series A funding led by New Era Capital Partners, with partici… Continue reading Breaking down the numbers: Q3 2024 cybersecurity funding activity recap

AI use: 3 essential questions every CISO must ask

In July, Wall Street experienced its worst day since 2022, with the tech-focused Nasdaq falling by 3.6%. The downturn was largely triggered by what commentators suggest is the result of underwhelming earnings from some major tech companies. What’s nota… Continue reading AI use: 3 essential questions every CISO must ask

UK Government Announces £32m for AI Projects After Scrapping Funding for Supercomputers

The investment will go into 98 AI projects that will ultimately improve safety on construction sites, reduce train delays, and cut emissions across supply chains. Continue reading UK Government Announces £32m for AI Projects After Scrapping Funding for Supercomputers

Companies spend more on cybersecurity but struggle to track expenses

Most companies do not know how effectively they are investing money to fight the cybersecurity threat, according to Optiv. Cybersecurity budgets are increasing and cyber incidents are rampant, and yet only a small percentage of respondents have a forma… Continue reading Companies spend more on cybersecurity but struggle to track expenses

Breaking down the numbers: Q2 2024 cybersecurity funding activity recap

We present a list of selected cybersecurity companies that received funding during the second quarter of 2024 (Q2 2024). Alethea April | $20 million Alethea closed a $20 million Series B funding round led by GV, with participation from Ballistic V… Continue reading Breaking down the numbers: Q2 2024 cybersecurity funding activity recap