Sarah Mahlmann I 28.11.2024

Cyber threats vs. startups — clear winner!

Viruses, malware, and phishing attacks — we're all familiar with it. Today, reliable cybersecurity solutions are more important than ever — and we all know that. Dealing extensively with data protection should be part of everyday life — but do we all do that? The answer is obvious: no. We are aware of this issue and are promoting new exciting solutions that put an end to cyber threats.

HUBGRADE CYBER the fourth

In November 2024, the fourth cyber security batch of our HUBGRADE CYBER-Accelerators started. What does that mean? This is where cybersecurity is being promoted together! Like that? HUBGRADE CYBER is more than just an accelerator program—it's an ecosystem for the cybersecurity industry that enables startups to reach their full potential by:

they with established players who not only have a valuable Knowledge sharing, but also concrete Points of contact offer for partnerships, collaborations and investments, be networked. Side fact: Bonn is a national and international cybersecurity location — In the former federal capital, there are important cyber security players such as DIGITAL.SICHER.NRW, that Cyber Security Cluster, That CIR command of the German Armed Forces And that BSI resident who, in collaboration with hub drive cyber solutions from the heart,

the focus on practical solutions and the close accompaniment provided by experienced mentors, coaches and experts

essential experiences with trade fairs, pitch opportunities and Events be collected

Financing of up to 100,000 euros are possible in the form of convertible loans or direct participation!

Six ideas that the world needs!

HUBGRADE CYBER starts the next round with six startups that make it clear who is winning the battle of cyber threats vs. startups:

L3montree— With their DevGuard product, they offer developers a tool that simplifies vulnerability management and seamlessly integrates security into the software development process.

Zealience — With Z-CMS software, they automate the creation of documentation for compliance testing, particularly in the area of cybersecurity and standards such as ETSI EN 303 645.

Valutistech — With their innovative backup system Vt-Cyberstorage, they rely on AirGap technology to prevent ransomware attacks and securely back up and restore data.

Matvis — This platform uses AI to detect and neutralize security threats in real time, with a specific zero-trust approach to AI.

Simplyblock — It's all about high-performance NVMe storage optimized for disaster recovery and demanding workloads on Kubernetes.

Viss — With a unique technology that protects PCs from malware by decoupling the data stream from the Internet, Viss represents a new approach to cybersecurity.

The winner is therefore very clear: HUBGRADE CYBER-Startups!

And it goes on and on!

The diverse HUBGRADE CYBER-Startups not only inspire us, but also numerous customers, companies and investors. An example: Code Intelligence — from university project to renowned customers. For cyber security startups that want to face the competition and come out as winners, there is of course good news: The next batch Starts in April 2025. Applications are already open — so anyone with a breakthrough idea in cybersecurity shouldn't miss out on this opportunity! Apply You now here

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