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

Breaking down the numbers: Cybersecurity funding activity recap

Here’s a list of interesting cybersecurity companies that received funding so far in 2024. Aim Security January | $10 million Aim Security raised $10 million in seed funding, led by YL Ventures, with participation from CCL (Cyber Club London… Continue reading Breaking down the numbers: Cybersecurity funding activity recap

Why AI forensics matters now

In this Help Net Security video, Sylvia Acevedo, who serves on the Boards of Qualcomm and Credo, discusses why companies should invest in forensic capabilities and why forensics will be such an important topic as AI continues to be integrated into infr… Continue reading Why AI forensics matters now

78% of MSPs identify cybersecurity as prime IT challenge

Cybersecurity remained a top priority and an area of growth for MSPs, with 73% saying it’s a top revenue driver for their business, according to Kaseya. Ongoing cyberattack threats impact MSPs The threat of cyberattacks continues to weigh on MSPs… Continue reading 78% of MSPs identify cybersecurity as prime IT challenge

92% of companies eyeing investment in AI-powered software

In 2024, buyers are increasingly focused on cost efficiency, AI functionality, and enhanced security, according to Gartner. The report reveals that 61% of buyers are seeking upgrades for more functionality in their recently purchased software. The need… Continue reading 92% of companies eyeing investment in AI-powered software

Cyber budgets and the VC landscape in 2024

In this Help Net Security video, Marcus Bartram, General Partner at Telstra Ventures, discusses his 2024 cybersecurity predictions: The U.S. will be in a recession by Q4 2024, and tech companies will continue reducing their workforce. Still, VCs will b… Continue reading Cyber budgets and the VC landscape in 2024

Facts and misconceptions about cybersecurity budgets

Managing and allocating budgets for cybersecurity and IT has become an increasingly critical aspect of organizational strategy. Organizations recognize the need to invest significantly in cybersecurity to safeguard sensitive data, protect against ranso… Continue reading Facts and misconceptions about cybersecurity budgets