The Startups of The Year 2024 highlights outstanding companies across 100 industries. Nominations are based on region and industry, not just location. This series will showcase key industries and illustrate how HackerNoon can help you explore them in greater detail.

Simply put, cybersecurity is the protection of digital systems, networks, and data from threats such as malware, phishing, data breaches, social engineering, and denial-of-service attacks.

As technology advances and cybercriminals become more sophisticated, the industry responds with cutting-edge solutions and strategies. From encryption and firewalls to AI-driven threat detection and incident response, cybersecurity professionals work to safeguard digital assets while ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations, securing cloud environments, and protecting critical infrastructure.

Cybersecurity startups are constantly adapting to stay ahead of the evolving threat landscape. AI and machine learning are increasingly employed to create predictive models for attack detection and prevention. The rise of cloud computing and IoT devices has also introduced new vulnerabilities, requiring robust security frameworks. In response, startups are innovating across subindustries like network security, endpoint protection, identity and access management (IAM), and security operations centers (SOCs) to deliver tailored solutions for modern digital security challenges.

Startups of The Year 2024 & Cybersecurity

The Cybersecurity category in Startups of The Year covers various sectors including:

• Cybersecurity services and products
• Access Control
• Network Security
• Threat Intelligence
• Data Privacy and Compliance
• Location Services
• VPN

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Cybersecurity on HackerNoon

HackerNoon provides detailed coverage of the dynamic Cybersecurity industry. Our Tech Categories include a dedicated Cybersecurity page that features timely and evergreen articles on the Dark Web, Cyber Threats, Security, Phishing, and more.

Additionally, the Cybersecurity page includes a weekly ranking of the Top Cybersecurity Writers on HackerNoon.

Meet Our Current Top Cybersecurity Writers

1. Technology News Australia: An Australian tech journalist with over 80 stories, Matt specializes in scraping and WordPress. Some of his most-read stories include: Dear Facebook, I'm Breaking Up With You., Types Of Medical Databases And Their Benefits For Humanity, and 560 Million Ticketmaster Customers Possibly Exposed In Data Breach.
2. blackheart: A cybersecurity professional with deep experience in IT security, incident response, and ethical hacking. One of his notable articles is Phishing in the Pews: The Hidden Dangers of QR Codes in Church Communities.
3. Zac Amos: Nominated for Cybersecurity Contributor of the Year in 2022, Zac shares valuable insights on the topic. Some of his key works include What Is FraudGPT?, 5 Ways Artificial Intelligence Is (Quietly) Changing Libraries, and Best Physical Security Practices for Your Server Room.
   

Cybersecurity Stories to Kickstart Your Journey

1. Are Brain-Computer Interfaces at Risk of Mass Cyberattacks? by The Sociable

A coding error in a CrowdStrike update affected Windows users on July 19, 2024. If one faulty software update can shut down huge swaths of society, imagine what could happen in a transhumanist future when BCIs require their own updates for the hive mind. The only thing you can hope for is that the company who made your brain chip, and the companies that develop the software, can put you back online before you disassociate completely.

2. 3 Things CTOs Should Know About SOC 2 Compliance by Mike DeKock

The landscape of data security has evolved significantly in recent years, driving increased demand for SOC 2 reports. Customers expect transparency and assurance that robust security programs are in place, validated by third-party audits. The SOC 2 report as we know it today was developed by the AICPA in 2010.

3. How I Implemented Access Approval in Our Open Source Project by @hacker6428749**

Makaut Buddy, a notes-sharing platform for university students, faced challenges in managing user uploads securely. This article explains how implementing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) using Permit.io solved the issue, ensuring only authorized users can upload content, thereby enhancing the platform's security.

That’s all for today!

PS: Remember to nominate and vote for your favorite Cybersecurity companies - do it here!

About HackerNoon’s Startups of The Year

Startups of The Year 2024 is HackerNoon’s flagship community-driven event celebrating startups, technology, and the spirit of innovation. Currently in its third iteration, the prestigious Internet award recognizes and celebrates tech startups of all shapes and sizes. This year, over 150,000 entities across 4200+ cities, 6 continents, and 100+ industries will participate in a bid to be crowned the best startup of the year! Millions of votes have been cast over the past few years, and many stories have been written about these daring and rising startups.

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