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Just finished watching this great interview with CJ Moses, CISO of Amazon, and Assaf Rappaport, CEO of Wiz... wow! They dive into top cloud security challenges facing companies of all sizes, from scaling startups to Fortune 500 giants, and share actionable insights on how to tackle them. Definitely 14 minutes well spent! 📹 🪄 ☁️ #AWS #Security #CNAPP #Wiz Michele Naldini Simone Baccinelli Salvatore Incandela Ivan Tresoldi Federico Cermenati

Cyera for the #datasecurity WIN 🙌. Another meaningful step towards making custoner’s Data dreams come true 👊 Today, Cyera announced our acquisition of Trail, an AI-powered data loss prevention (DLP) company! This move is part of our strategic vision of redefining data security for our customers as they work to navigate the data challenges that modern, AI-driven environments introduce. By integrating Trail’s advanced DLP platform capabilities into Cyera, we will deliver a modern, AI-powered data security platform that now secures data both at rest, and in motion. Cyera is the first, and only, data security platform with this level of unparalleled visibility, control, and protection for your data. Learn how this will further enable customers to protect their most vital asset: data, as they harness the power of Generative AI. If you are at #SecTor next week, drop by the Cyera booth and lets have a chat about how we can help unlock business value from your data with speed and safety! Mark Infusino Jerry Poon Jason Vasilash Carlos Bacquet Kien Tran Daniel C. Taylor Palmer Marco Campana Steve Rog Aaron Martin Yotam Segev Tamar Bar-Ilan Guy Gertner Shane Coleman RJ Belles Karloff Rosario Tony Sadder James Serassio Courtney Broadwell Michael Koyfman Amanda Donahue Britney Byrne Toni Weeks Matt Koehler John LaBrie

Optimize your startup's growth with ReSquad AI's IT staff augmentation services.🌍 Gain access to the top 1% of IT professionals across various fields—including software development, data science, cybersecurity, and cloud computing. By partnering with ReSquad AI, you can quickly extend your team, focus on core business activities, and reduce recruitment and training costs. Start your journey to smart scaling and efficient project completion with flexible, skilled professionals at your side. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eQKp9JGU #startup #team #businessgrowth #staffaugmentation

SOCLY.io, a Lab32 startup, is a one-stop solution for managing data security with zero hassle. They aim to empower tech companies and startups with easy access to global data compliances. Co-founder Manoj Kumar Shastrula explains how their platform automatically collects thousands of data points about processes, policies, people, assets, and vendors in one place—offering them control over the overall security of your security program and visibility into their compliance status. Watch to learn more about this T-Hub startup’s work on cloud security compliance, which eases security hassles for other startups. #THubFounderTalks #InnovateWithTHub #InnovationEcosystem Chandra Kumar N

The Founder Of This $10 Billion Israeli Startup Called Wiz Is Shaking Up Cloud Security ? Wiz's Role in Cloud Security: Wiz, founded in March 2020, focuses on cloud security, helping businesses secure their assets on platforms like AWS and Azure by identifying and prioritizing risks. Rapid Growth and Recognition: Wiz quickly grew, becoming one of Forbes Cloud 100's top movers, rising to number 15. It reached a $10 billion valuation in just three years, setting records for revenue growth in the software sector. Founders' Background: Founded by veterans of the Israeli 8200 unit, known for cybersecurity, they previously co-founded Adallom, later acquired by Microsoft, where they led the cloud security division. Business Strategy and Challenges: Despite criticism for aggressive growth tactics, Wiz aims to scale independently, drawing on lessons from Microsoft and their startup experience. Future Outlook and Social Responsibility: Wiz plans further global expansion, maintaining a focus on societal impact and ethical business practices amid their rapid growth in the competitive cloud security market. #WizCloudSecurity #WizRapidGrowth #8200UnitFounders #WizBusinessStrategy #FutureOfWiz

Quick heads up about @movestax: I know the team behind it - we've worked together on several serverless projects and they really understand the pain points of modern development. They're building something special: a serverless platform that actually makes sense for developers and startups. Keep an eye on this one. Join the waitlist: https://movestax.com 🚀 Movestax #softwaredevelopment #development #hacking #indiehackers #serverless

Merging data across two companies in just 14 days? SMC met the challenge head-on and succeeded with excellence ✨ Dive into their story of innovation and resolve here (5-min read): https://hubs.ly/Q02q3hXn0 #cloud #security #managedservices #startups #casestudy #strategy

From Mamram to Market Disruptor: Lavi Ferdman’s Journey with Upwind 🌐 In the latest blog, we dive deep into the inspiring story of Lavi Ferdman, SVP of Growth and Co-founder of Upwind Security, as he shares his path from the IDF’s elite Mamram unit to revolutionizing cloud security. Key takeaways: ⚙️ Resilience & Innovation: How military discipline shaped entrepreneurial grit. ☁️ Spot:io to Upwind: The leap from optimizing cloud costs to securing the cloud. 💪 Culture of Empowerment: Building teams that thrive on trust and autonomy. 💡 Fail Fast, Learn Faster: Turning challenges into growth opportunities. Lavi’s insights are a masterclass in leadership, innovation, and scaling tech ventures. Don't miss this incredible journey of building resilience and culture in the ever-evolving tech landscape. 👉 Read the Full Blog here ==> https://lnkd.in/e5yKNHjk

I am honored to be participating in the upcoming Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) event, where we will be presenting our latest research document titled "Cloud Security for Startups 2024". I have contributed to the cloud architecture section of this document and, I am thrilled to share that I will be speaking at a panel about the crucial IT considerations for cloud based startups. The event will take place this coming Sunday, February 2, 2025. [Registration link in first comment] This comprehensive guide emphasizes the critical importance of cloud security for startups, addressing specific challenges such as safeguarding sensitive data, ensuring compliance, and managing scalable IT infrastructures. The document provides actionable strategies to overcome these hurdles, enabling startups to thrive in a cloud-centric world. Attendees will gain valuable insights and practical solutions to protect their digital assets, enhance operational efficiency, and secure their growth trajectory. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry leaders and fortify your startup’s cloud security posture. #CloudSecurity #Startups #DigitalAssets #CSAEvent #Deloitte #ITConsiderations #CloudArchitecture