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RapidFort, Inc. is a leading software supply chain security company that provides an innovative platform designed to automatically secure container applications and accelerate compliance processes. The companys comprehensive solution addresses critical cybersecurity challenges by removing up to 95% of Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) from container images without requiring any code changes. RapidForts unified platform offers three core capabilities: curated near-zero CVE container images with FIPS 140-3 validation and daily builds, DevTime protection tools that generate Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) and Real Bill of Materials (RBOM) for vulnerability remediation, and RunTime protection that automatically secures unused components and reduces software attack surfaces by 60-90%. The platform serves organizations seeking to reduce development costs by 10%, accelerate software releases by 2-3 weeks, and achieve faster compliance with FedRAMP, cATO, CMMC, and SOC2 standards. RapidForts solution integrates seamlessly with existing development workflows and technology stacks, consuming less than 1% system overhead while providing comprehensive security hardening. Trusted by government agencies including the U.S. Air Force and Space Force, as well as enterprise customers, RapidFort addresses the growing challenge of software supply chain security by eliminating "zombie code" – the 50-90% of unused software components that create unnecessary security risks. The companys approach enables organizations to spend more time building products rather than maintaining and updating dormant code, ultimately strengthening security posture while improving operational efficiency.

Databahn.ai is redefining how enterprises manage the explosion of security and operational data in the AI era. Our AI-powered data pipeline and fabric platform helps organizations securely collect, enrich, orchestrate, and optimize enterprise data—including security, application, observability, and IoT/OT telemetry—for analytics, automation, and AI. With native support for over 500 integrations and built-in enrichment capabilities, Databahn streamlines fragmented data workflows and reduces SIEM and infrastructure costs from day one. The platform requires no specialist training, enabling security and IT teams to extract insights in real time and adapt quickly to new demands. Weve helped Fortune 500 and Global 2000 companies reduce data processing costs by over 60% and automate more than 80% of their data engineering workloads. Our founding team brings decades of experience in cybersecurity and infrastructure, having previously managed environments ingesting more than 12 petabytes of data per day. That deep domain expertise informs our bold, opinionated approach to solving one of the biggest pain points in enterprise infrastructure: how to unify and act on fragmented, fast-growing data streams. Purpose-built for scale, speed, and simplicity, Databahn replaces patchwork stacks with a single intuitive solution that accelerates time to value and turns security data from a cost center into a strategic asset.

Building the next generation of digital communications to unify cloud, edge and IoT.

In sharp contrast to one-size-fits-all, legacy CWPP and container detection and response solutions, RAD takes a custom, behavioral approach to cloud native detection and response that can counter evolving threats while sharpening inputs into shift-left and posture management.

1Kosmos automates identity verification by detecting stolen and synthetic identities before new account origination. Our non-phishable, passwordless MFA solutions make logins fun and secure, protecting workers from password-based attacks and eliminating account takeover and financial fraud targeting customers.

Protect Your Endpoints, Identities, Logs, and Employees. The fully managed security platform that combines endpoint detection and response, Microsoft 365 identity protection, a predictably affordable SIEM and science-based security awareness training. Powered by custom-built enterprise technology for mid-market enterprises, small businesses, and the MSPs that support them and delivered by unrivaled industry analysts in our 24/7 Security Operations Center. By delivering a suite of purpose-built solutions that meet budget, security, and peace-of-mind requirements, Huntress is how the globe’s most underresourced businesses defend against today’s cyberthreats. As long as hackers keep hacking, we keep hunting.

Industrial Cyber Protection Bayshore Networks® is the cyber protection leader for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT). Bayshore Networks® offers visibility, control, and protection for industrial Operational Technology, and transforms OT data for IT applications. Incorporating threat intelligence, and filtering open, standard, and proprietary protocols at a deep level, Bayshore parses OT protocol content and context, validating every command and parameter against logic-rich policies. Addressing zero day, internal, and rapidly evolving threats, Bayshore can allow, alert, and/or enforce policy at line speed – allowing white-listed communication while blocking or modifying unauthorized communication and commands. Bayshore has strategic partnerships with leading technology companies including Yokogawa, SAP, Splunk, Cisco Systems, AT&T, and BAE Systems.

Join Our Mission: To Save the World from Unsafe Mobile Apps! As the recognized experts in mobile security and privacy, NowSecure protects the global mobile app economy and safeguards the data of millions of mobile app users. Built on a foundation of standards, NowSecure empowers the world’s most demanding organizations with security automation to release and monetize 30% faster, reduce testing and deliver costs by 30% and reduce appsec risk by 40%. Only NowSecure offers a full solution suite of continuous security testing for DevSecOps, mobile app supply-chain monitoring, expert mobile pen testing as a service (PTaaS) and training courseware. NowSecure actively contributes and supports the mobile security open-source community, standards and certification including OWASP MASVS, ADA MASA, NIAP and is recognized by IDC, Gartner, Deloitte Fast 500, and TAG Cyber. The world’s most demanding organizations and most advanced security teams trust NowSecure for mobile app security. For more information about NowSecure, visit https://www.nowsecure.com.

Forgepoint Capital is a leading venture capital firm that invests in transformative cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and infrastructure software companies protecting the digital future. With $1B+ AUM, the largest sector-focused investment team, and portfolio of more than 40 companies, the firm brings over 100 years of proven company-building experience and its Global Advisory Council of more than 100 leaders to support entrepreneurs advancing innovation globally. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area and London, Forgepoint is proud to help category-defining companies reach their market potential and to cultivate a diverse community dedicated to backing builders of the digital future. For more information about Forgepoint and our family of companies, visit forgepointcap.com. For all other inquiries, including investment, career, and partnership opportunities, please contact info@forgepointcap.com. Generic and automated emails will not be viewed favorably.

RapidFort, Inc. is a leading software supply chain security company that provides an innovative platform designed to automatically secure container applications and accelerate compliance processes. The companys comprehensive solution addresses critical cybersecurity challenges by removing up to 95% of Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) from container images without requiring any code changes. RapidForts unified platform offers three core capabilities: curated near-zero CVE container images with FIPS 140-3 validation and daily builds, DevTime protection tools that generate Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) and Real Bill of Materials (RBOM) for vulnerability remediation, and RunTime protection that automatically secures unused components and reduces software attack surfaces by 60-90%. The platform serves organizations seeking to reduce development costs by 10%, accelerate software releases by 2-3 weeks, and achieve faster compliance with FedRAMP, cATO, CMMC, and SOC2 standards. RapidForts solution integrates seamlessly with existing development workflows and technology stacks, consuming less than 1% system overhead while providing comprehensive security hardening. Trusted by government agencies including the U.S. Air Force and Space Force, as well as enterprise customers, RapidFort addresses the growing challenge of software supply chain security by eliminating "zombie code" – the 50-90% of unused software components that create unnecessary security risks. The companys approach enables organizations to spend more time building products rather than maintaining and updating dormant code, ultimately strengthening security posture while improving operational efficiency.

Databahn.ai is redefining how enterprises manage the explosion of security and operational data in the AI era. Our AI-powered data pipeline and fabric platform helps organizations securely collect, enrich, orchestrate, and optimize enterprise data—including security, application, observability, and IoT/OT telemetry—for analytics, automation, and AI. With native support for over 500 integrations and built-in enrichment capabilities, Databahn streamlines fragmented data workflows and reduces SIEM and infrastructure costs from day one. The platform requires no specialist training, enabling security and IT teams to extract insights in real time and adapt quickly to new demands. Weve helped Fortune 500 and Global 2000 companies reduce data processing costs by over 60% and automate more than 80% of their data engineering workloads. Our founding team brings decades of experience in cybersecurity and infrastructure, having previously managed environments ingesting more than 12 petabytes of data per day. That deep domain expertise informs our bold, opinionated approach to solving one of the biggest pain points in enterprise infrastructure: how to unify and act on fragmented, fast-growing data streams. Purpose-built for scale, speed, and simplicity, Databahn replaces patchwork stacks with a single intuitive solution that accelerates time to value and turns security data from a cost center into a strategic asset.

Building the next generation of digital communications to unify cloud, edge and IoT.

In sharp contrast to one-size-fits-all, legacy CWPP and container detection and response solutions, RAD takes a custom, behavioral approach to cloud native detection and response that can counter evolving threats while sharpening inputs into shift-left and posture management.

The Endless Frontier Labs (EFL) is a nine-month, goal-oriented mentorship program at NYU Stern School of Business designed for early-stage science and technology startups worldwide (no NYU affiliation required). EFL helps transform breakthrough scientific and technological innovations into high-impact businesses. Participating startups receive mentorship from an elite network of successful entrepreneurs, business leaders, investors, and scientists, drawn from New York and beyond. EFL is a unique, “founders first” program and does not charge fees or take equity in startups, and participating startups are drawn from all over the world.