Notable Capital Launches ‘Rising in Cyber’ List Recognizing Top 30 Cybersecurity Companies

Notable Capital, a prominent venture capital firm headquartered in New York City, has introduced the inaugural edition of “Rising in Cyber,” a prestigious list aimed at acknowledging the 30 most promising cybersecurity companies.

This independent initiative stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), security leaders, and startup investors in identifying and recognizing innovative ventures in the cybersecurity domain.

Collaborative Selection Process

The “Rising in Cyber” initiative draws upon the insights and expertise of over 100 CISOs and VPs of Security from renowned organizations such as Amazon, Atlassian, Coupang, and Netflix, in addition to leading venture capital firms.

Through a meticulous selection process, honorees were meticulously chosen from a pool of nearly 200 VC-nominated companies based on their demonstrated capacity to address critical challenges faced by security teams.

Key Innovation Drivers

A comprehensive survey conducted as part of the “Rising in Cyber” initiative unveiled three key innovation drivers essential for security teams to navigate the evolving cybersecurity landscape.

These drivers include Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, and Application and Code Security, offering valuable insights into the future purchasing trends and priorities of CISOs.

Showcase of Promising Ventures

The roster of “Rising in Cyber” 2024 honorees comprises a diverse array of cybersecurity companies, collectively raising over $6 billion in funding.

Notable among these honorees are prominent names such as 1Password, Abnormal Security, Orca Security, Tines, and many more, each recognized for their groundbreaking contributions to the field of cybersecurity.

Notable Capital’s Role

Under the leadership of Oren Yunger, Managing Partner, Notable Capital has established itself as a global venture capital firm with a strategic focus on early-to-growth-stage companies operating in cloud infrastructure and business and consumer applications.

With investments spanning regions such as the U.S., Israel, Europe, and Latin America, Notable Capital’s diverse portfolio includes industry giants like Airbnb, Slack, Zendesk, alongside cybersecurity innovators such as Orca Security, Wing Security, and more.

Conclusion

The launch of “Rising in Cyber” underscores Notable Capital’s commitment to fostering innovation and excellence in the cybersecurity sector while providing a platform to spotlight emerging leaders in the field.

As the cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve, initiatives like these play a pivotal role in driving collaboration, innovation, and progress within the industry.