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We’re thrilled to announce the promotion of Andy Ellis to Partner at YL Ventures! Since joining us as our first advisor and later as Operating Partner, Andy has tirelessly dedicated himself to supporting our #cybersecurity founders. His deep industry knowledge, combined with his expertise in marketing, communication and understanding of customer needs, has been invaluable in helping guide our portfolio companies toward success. Andy has been instrumental in helping #entrepreneurs refine their strategies, sharpen their messaging and develop solutions that resonate with his peers. This ability to bridge the gap between technical innovation and market needs has been game changing. In his new role as Partner, Andy will continue to build on this momentum by deepening his engagement with our portfolio, taking on additional board roles and playing an even more critical role in our #investment process. We’re confident that his leadership, strategic insights and dedication to our mission will drive even greater success for our founders and the firm. Congratulations, Andy, on this very well-deserved promotion! Read more: https://hubs.la/Q02Mw7_g0

Are you passionate about data security? Our portfolio company Piiano is #hiring a Senior Software Engineer, Static Code Analysis to help them build and redefine the future of #DataSecurity. This is your chance to make an impact at a cutting-edge #cybersecurity company redefining how businesses handle and protect sensitive data. Email our Talent Acquisition Lead Noy Goldstein to apply: noy@ylventures.com #PortfolioJobs

Partner Justin Somaini underscores the critical importance of fostering a culture of security within organizations. He explains that security isn't just about tools and technology—it's about mindset and behavior. Check out the video to learn more about embedding security into your company’s DNA ⬇️ #cybersecurity #security #CISO

What were the standout takeaways from Black Hat 2024? Our CTO, Nadav Lev, breaks down the key trends and insights from this year’s conference. From groundbreaking advancements in AI-driven security to urgent discussions on #cloud and supply chain vulnerabilities, this blog covers the top trends that #investors, founders and #security leaders should track in the coming months. Explore the full analysis and stay ahead of the curve on what’s shaping the #cybersecurity landscape >> https://hubs.la/Q02M1MQR0

Our portfolio company Hunters has been named a Fast Moving Leader in the GigaOmRadar for #SIEM! This industry recognition validates Hunters’ commitment to providing #security teams with the most advanced and user-friendly SIEM solution on the market. Learn more about Hunters’ standout capabilities, here: https://hubs.la/Q02LJChc0

Exciting news from our portfolio company Orca Security! They’ve just launched AI Goat—the first open-source, hands-on #AI #security learning environment built around the #OWASP Top 10 ML Risks. AI Goat, available on the Orca Research GitHub, is an intentionally vulnerable AI environment created in Terraform. It’s packed with real-world threats and vulnerabilities, offering a unique testing and learning experience for security professionals and pentesters. This environment is designed to deepen understanding of how AI-specific vulnerabilities aligned with the OWASP Top 10 ML Risks can be exploited and how organizations can effectively defend against these attacks. Learn more here: https://hubs.la/Q02LFvXz0

Want to know how to harness the power of #GenAI while keeping your #data safe? Our portfolio company Aim Security's Co-Founder & CEO, Matan Getz, joined The De-FUD Me Podcast to discuss the challenges and opportunities in #AI security and share Aim's journey from inception to becoming a leader in protecting AI-driven businesses. Listen in as Matan covers everything from AI governance to real-world success stories >> https://hubs.la/Q02LrmMD0

Our Operating Partner, Andy Ellis, is back with another tabletop exercise, this time in collaboration with our portfolio company Opus Security. Based on real-world incidents, Andy transforms unfortunate #security events into valuable learning experiences. In this latest scenario, a #vulnerability is unexpectedly reintroduced, compromising a web server. Discover how to respond effectively, prevent future incidents, and enhance your security posture with Andy and Opus' Nir Dagan. Read the full exercise and expert insights here: https://hubs.la/Q02LgRNq0

**Calling All Security Researchers! ** Our portfolio company Aim Security is looking for a talented Security Researcher to join their growing team! If you’re looking to lead research projects, translate findings into valuable product features, and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, look no further. Apply to immerse yourself in the thrilling world of #cybersecurity and break new ground in #GenAI #security: https://hubs.la/Q02KVPKM0 Or feel free to ping our Talent Acquisition Lead Noy Goldstein - noy@ylventures.com #PortfolioJobs

Looking for the latest insights in #cybersecurity? YL Ventures' Magazine is your one-stop shop for all things #cybersecurity. Here's what you'll find: 📑 Dive deep into the latest trends with insightful articles from our multidisciplinary team 🔎 Discover #ValueAdd resources for building successful companies on #YLVAcademy 📈 Track the exciting journey of our innovative portfolio companies 📌 Keep up to date on our upcoming events Explore it all here: https://hubs.la/Q02KTZ2S0