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IonQ’s latest acquisition marks another strategic leap toward scalable and fault-tolerant quantum computing. The purchase of Lightsynq Technologies, a Boston-based innovator in photonic interconnects and quantum memory, is not merely a talent or IP grab—it is a calculated integration of deep photonic expertise into IonQ’s trapped-ion quantum computing ecosystem. Lightsynq, … [Read more...] about IonQ Acquires Lightsynq to Push Toward Modular Quantum Networks and the Quantum Internet

Zero Networks has secured $55 million in Series C funding, positioning itself as one of the most compelling cybersecurity innovators redefining how network defense is done. The raise was led by Highland Europe, with continuing support from F2 Venture Capital, PICO Venture Partners, Venrock, and USVP—bringing the company’s total funding to over $100 million. Highland Europe’s … [Read more...] about Zero Networks Raises $55M Series C to Simplify Microsegmentation and Empower Cyber Defenders

Security Compass, known for its commitment to "Security by Design," has announced its strategic acquisition of Devici, a specialized threat modeling solution designed specifically for contemporary security teams. This acquisition significantly enhances Security Compass’s existing offerings, particularly its flagship platform, SD Elements, further advancing the company's … [Read more...] about Security Compass Strengthens Secure Software Development Capabilities with Acquisition of Devici

Arkose Labs has released a sobering new report titled A Data-Driven Analysis of Threat Actor Behavior, which charts the disturbing evolution of modern digital fraud. Drawing on a full year of scammer behavioral data, the report does not merely outline patterns of malicious activity—it deconstructs the economics and strategy behind a now-mature criminal ecosystem. From … [Read more...] about Inside the Industrialized Scam Economy: Arkose Labs Unveils How Digital Fraudsters Thrive

Even as economic headwinds buffet the broader job market, cybersecurity remains a rare outlier—experiencing sustained, and in many regions, accelerating demand. According to newly released data from CyberSeek™, more than half a million cybersecurity-related job listings—514,359 to be exact—were posted over the past 12 months across the U.S., representing a 12% increase compared … [Read more...] about Cybersecurity Job Market Surges Amid Uncertainty, Fueled by AI Skills and Workforce Development Push

Security tools are only as effective as their ability to detect and trigger a response in time—and OnDefend has just elevated that benchmark. With its latest announcement, the company has rolled out two pivotal feature sets for its BlindSPOT™ platform: Threat Detection Validation and Threat Response Validation. This isn’t just another cybersecurity dashboard. These enhancements … [Read more...] about BlindSPOT Expands to Validate Both Detection and Response in Cybersecurity Readiness

Five Elms Capital has taken a decisive step forward in its mission to back the world’s most promising founder-led software companies, announcing the close of its largest fund to date—Five Elms VI—with $1.1 billion in total commitments. Finalized in October 2024, the oversubscribed fund significantly expands the firm’s reach and influence in the global software investment space, … [Read more...] about Five Elms Capital Closes $1.1B Fund VI to Back the Next Generation of Scalable Software Leaders