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Generative AI & Security - Cisco Research Summit Spotlights the Latest in GenAI

Cisco Research hosted a virtual summit to explore current research in the generative AI and cybersecurity space. The session includes presentations from University professors collaborating with the Cisco Research team, including Srini Devadas (MIT), Vijayalakshmi Atluri (Rutgers), Jie Ding (Minnesota), and Ravi Sandhu and Ram Krishnan (UT San Antonio). Listen in for unique and exciting perspectives on the possibilities of generative AI in security, including discussions on the trustworthiness of LLMs, training and maintenance of AI models, and more.

Building Trust and Engagement: Mobile App Security for the Modern User

In today's fast-paced digital world, the focus is on creating secure and frictionless mobile applications that prioritize user privacy. This balance is particularly critical when dealing with in-app subscription management, a key revenue source and a hot spot for user data interaction. Proper management of these subscriptions is crucial for both securing continuous revenue and ensuring user trust alongside compliance with strict data protection standards.

We just raised our $17 million Series A

TL;DR we raised a lot of money and we’re ready to go big. We've raised $17M to bring “no BS” security to devs. We’re happy to welcome Henri Tilloy from Singular.vc on board, who is again joined by Notion Capital and Connect Ventures. This round comes just 6 months after we raised $5.3M in seed funding. That’s fast.

How to Build an Application Security Program

Application security is vital for ensuring the resilience of organizations, as it encompasses measures and practices that safeguard applications against potential threats and vulnerabilities. It plays a critical role in safeguarding sensitive data, preventing unauthorized access, and maintaining the integrity and availability of applications.

4 Ways to Improve AppSec Accountability

This blog post dives into four essential strategies to enhance AppSec accountability: establishing clear security policies, utilizing advanced tools and automation, fostering a security-conscious culture, and implementing security orchestration. Readers will gain valuable insights into aligning their cybersecurity measures with business goals, ensuring a robust and strategic AppSec framework.

Leveraging Shift Left and Shift Right for End-To-End Application Security

Despite organizations’ best efforts, security threats are on the rise, with malicious actors continuously evolving their tactics. Unfortunately, the situation is only intensifying as hackers from all walks of life leverage artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) techniques. To combat these threats, security teams need to implement gates and controls throughout their entire software development lifecycle.

Aikido lands $17M Series A to bring it's 'no BS' security platform for developers to SMEs world-wide

Ghent-based Aikido, the get-it-done security platform for developers and SMEs, has raised $17M in fresh Series A funds from Singular.vc, joined by Notion Capital and Connect Ventures. The round comes a mere 6 months after Aikido raised $5.3M seed funding, making Aikido the fastest capitalized startup in Belgian history. The funds will be used to expand the platform and push Aikido onto the international stage to make security simple for SMEs and doable for developers.