Did you know that the number of data breach victims surged by 1170% between Q2 2023 and Q3 2024? In the latest CIO “Two Cents” Blog, our Partner Yvette Kanouff provides best practices for protecting yourself and your organization against data theft and cyberattacks. She covers less-known strategies, such as opting for a credit card over a debit card, and offers practical tips for handling data breaches. Stay informed on this critical issue – and don’t forget to subscribe for future insights from Yvette!
About us
JC2 Ventures is a purpose-driven venture firm helping global startups scale, grow, and create inclusive jobs for the digital future. Startups are the future in terms of job creation and gender equality, and as such, we invest in companies and entrepreneurs that are committed to solving today's most pressing problems - such as security and world hunger. “In teaming with strategic, visionary startups, we hope to create new markets, new jobs, and new possibilities for generations to come.” - John Chambers Learn more at www.jc2ventures.com
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- Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Palo Alto, CA
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- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2018
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- Venture Capital Investing and Mentoring Global Startups
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PO Box 10195
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Employees at JC2 Ventures
Updates
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Excited to see JC2-backed Nile recognized with the CRN 2024 Tech Innovator Award in the Networking – Enterprise category! “Winning this award, particularly against a field of such amazing enterprise network innovators, really demonstrates how Nile is addressing the ‘hair on fire’ pain points of today’s network architects,” said Pankaj Patel, Nile’s co-founder and CEO. A round of applause to the entire team for their unwavering commitment to pioneering advancements and driving innovation.
Enterprise Network Innovator Nile is a CRN 2024 Tech Innovator Award Winner | Nile
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Interested in how AI will impact the future of space? Check out this article in Forbes by Amir Husain, founder & board director of JC2-backed SparkCognition, to learn how AI is revolutionizing military strategies in space – enhancing satellite management, threat detection, autonomous decision-making, and much more. He highlights how AI advancements are not only expanding current capabilities, but also unlocking new possibilities for future space missions and defense strategies. Kudos to Amir for shedding light on such a fascinating subject!
The Military Applications Of Artificial Intelligence In Space
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As the U.S. presidential election approaches, ensuring the accuracy of information is more critical than ever. Enter JC2-backed Pindrop's new cutting-edge deepfake audio detector, designed to identify and combat misleading audio. The #startup’s technology has already proven its effectiveness, having previously identified fake robocalls impersonating President Joe Biden and, more recently, detecting deepfakes of Vice President Kamala Harris. Check out this TechTarget article to learn more.
New deepfake audio detector released as U.S. election nears | TechTarget
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Congratulations to JC2-backed Dedrone & Quantum Metric for their well-deserved recognition on the 2024 Inc. Magazine 5000 List! This prestigious list honors the fastest-growing private companies in America, highlighting the remarkable success and innovation that both #startups have achieved in the security and software industries. Access the full list here:
Inc. 5000 2024: Meet the Companies Building the Future
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Thrilled to see JC2-backed Balbix launch BIX, the industry’s first AI assistant for cyber risk and exposure management! This pioneering solution is set to elevate how organizations manage and respond to security threats with its advanced capabilities and innovative approach. Excited to see how BIX will strengthen digital defenses across various industries. Dive into the details here:
Balbix Unveils BIX: the Industry’s First GenAI Powered Assistant for Cyber Risk and Exposure Management
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Great to see Bloom Energy make a game-changing deal with the Nvidia-backed AI cloud company, CoreWeave! CoreWeave plans to use the #startup’s fuel cells to power a data center in Illinois. Check out this article in Barron's to discover how this partnership is “Powering AI,” poised to advance sustainability in an innovative, modern way.
Nvidia-Backed AI Company Taps Clean Energy Partner
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Today, cyberattacks are a frequent reality, and organizations must be prepared to defend against them. To help combat this issue, it’s great to see JC2-backed Rubrik and Mandiant (part of Google Cloud) teaming up to streamline and enhance the way companies detect, respond to, and recover from cyber threats. This collaboration will combine Rubrik’s advanced data management solutions and Mandiant’s threat intelligence to set a new standard for how organizations can safeguard their data and respond to threats more effectively. Check out this article in ITPro for more details.
Rubrik and Mandiant plan to transform incident response with new deal
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Umesh Sachdev, CEO & co-founder of JC2-backed Uniphore, is driving innovation in the AI space, aiming to transform industries with cutting-edge solutions. In a recent interview with CNBC-TV18, Umesh emphasized the transformative potential of AI-native approaches, especially in sectors like insurance, banking, and telecom, which are now waking up to the opportunities offered by AI. Read more about the #startup’s plans and how Umesh and team are positioning themselves for success in this fast-paced industry:
Uniphore CEO Umesh Sachdev eyes IPO amid expanding artificial intelligence market - CNBC TV18
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In today’s interconnected world, third-party vendors are essential; that said, they can also pose significant cybersecurity risks, considering almost 60% of all data breaches are initiated by third parties. Check out this article in Forbes by Saket Modi, CEO & co-founder of JC2-backed Safe Security, to learn about the importance of Third-Party Risk Management and why businesses must rethink their approach. Outdated tools and processes are no longer sufficient – read more about the challenges and proposed solutions from Saket here:
Council Post: Third-Party Risk Management Is Fundamentally Broken: Let’s Fix It!
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