May 13, 2024 at 06:48AM Matrix Cup, a leading Chinese cybersecurity competition, offers a $2.5 million prize pool, with emphasis on zero-day exploits targeting Western technology products. The contest encompasses a diverse array of targets, including operating systems, smartphones, enterprise products, networking devices, web browsers, and more. However, it remains unclear if vulnerabilities demonstrated will … Read more
May 8, 2024 at 03:55PM According to IANS Research and Artico Search, around a third of CISOs are unhappy with their compensation. The study, based on nearly 150 CISO interviews, revealed that compensation varies based on organization type and size. The report states that complexities within the tech industry lead to discrepancies in pay. Furthermore, … Read more
April 26, 2024 at 04:05PM Exclusion at work, particularly in the cybersecurity industry, poses challenges for professionals like Olivia Rose, who has faced gender-based discrimination. Women, as well as those with disabilities and intersectional identities, experience various forms of exclusion. Microaggressions, high-pressure environments, and biases add to the complexity. Communicating, documenting accomplishments, and finding a … Read more
April 5, 2024 at 07:06AM Cybersecurity companies raised $2.3 billion in funding in Q1 2024, tracked by Pinpoint Search Group. While comparable to Q1 2023, funding was 20% less. Notably, late-stage rounds saw traction, signaling positive indicators. Mark Sasson of Pinpoint highlights challenges in 2023 but observes positive trends in 2024. Major fundings included Silverfort, … Read more