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We may not be through with 2022 quite yet, but it has already had a lot to teach us about #cybersecurity and why it will be a crucial investment in 2023. Read our roundup of some of the top breaches, threats and trends to unfold this year - bit.ly/3XmPQLM.

There was a lot of buildup to this week’s #midtermelections. As part of that preparation and anticipation, efforts to amplify #cybersecurity also ensued. Get your roundup of cybersecurity news from this Election Day in our latest Cybersecurity Brief. bit.ly/3DWzqku

There have been so many headlines surrounding #Twitter this week. Amid the controversy, #cybersecurity concerns have also appeared. We dive into them in the latest Cybersecurity Brief. bit.ly/3E283GR

Next Thursday (11/3), @reallisadonnan will be joining the Southern Maryland chapter of @AFCEA for the fourth installment of their webinar, "What Keeps You Up at Night,” exploring ways to stay ahead of the #cyberthreat curve. We hope to see you there! bit.ly/3sIG74u

What’s one way we can combat the #cybersecurity talent shortage? Retention. A key to this is making sure that we’re equipping teams with proper resources, including #mentalwellness support. We dive into cybersecurity stress at bit.ly/3f6Jejz.

Cynerio IoT recently garnered attention for a 30m Series B funding round. How did the company accomplish this? Take a closer look at the strategy, and examine how startups can replicate it with this guide put together by Option3’s @reallisadonnan: bit.ly/3eUPjPN.

Cybersecurity labeling, aviation requirements and Ukraine’s coalition building are some of the latest initiatives introduced to combat rising cyber threats. We run through the details in this week’s Cybersecurity Brief, which you can read at bit.ly/3Db3kCh.

In the wake of rising #cyberattacks, insurance providers are having to re-evaluate some of their approaches. @SecInfoWatch covers the effort many are launching to help clients reduce risk, including enhancing employee education: bit.ly/3CqNfqw.

Internships are not just beneficial for those looking to start their careers, but also for the companies looking to expand their talent pool. Read our new piece on the value of these roles: bit.ly/3MCPbkB. Photo 📷: @reallisadonnan with Option3 Intern Jack McMahon

#ICYMI, we announced that veteran chief information security officer Rich Armour has joined Option3’s technology board! This marks an exciting chapter as we continue to grow our C2 mid-market Cybersecurity Private Equity fund. bit.ly/3V8l6wW

It’s #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth! This year’s theme is “See Yourself in Cyber,” which comes at an important time as cybersecurity’s role continues to grow across all sectors. From corporations to schools, we cover how some are addressing this topic at: bit.ly/3e8Ivhe.

Rich Armour, veteran chief information security officer, has joined our Technology Board! His expertise from the frontline of #cybersecurity is an important addition as we set the strategies that will define the future of Option3.➡️ prn.to/3riBuxl

So much of our activity is online. Therefore, #cybersecurity is a major part of consumer protection. If companies aren't careful, they could be putting our info at risk as Watchfinder and Australia’s Optus learned. Read this week's Cybersecurity Brief: bit.ly/3Cng5cr.

As @reallisadonnan writes, “Success in the cybersecurity industry might seem incredibly common, but it’s far from easy.” So, what do #cybersecurity unicorns have in common that makes them succeed in this growing industry? Lisa lists the 5 key features at bit.ly/3BwR8d2.

Uber reveals that a hacker accessed its systems, the EU introduces new regulations for connected devices and the Biden administration launches a $1 billion grant program. Catch up with our roundup of #cybersecurity news in the latest Cybersecurity Brief: bit.ly/3xIXTY9.

Option3 portfolio company @zerodayguard has launched a new program designed to bring breakthrough zero-trust security into partners’ OEM channels. Learn more about this announcement and what it means for IoT devices: bit.ly/3xH1Ah7.

We have exciting news! Option3 has officially launched its proprietary Cyber TRUST™ Index to provide an unbiased, focused measure of investor sentiment towards the sector. And we are making it freely available. Learn more at bit.ly/3BMLh4M.

Exabeam has captured the attention of investors around the globe. So, how did this #cybersecurity #startup become so successful, and how can you spot the next company to follow in its footsteps? @reallisadonnan guides you through these questions at bit.ly/3LhSzk6.

In big #cybersecurity news this week, #Google completed its acquisition of Mandiant. Aside from it being a major deal, it also reflects a growing trend around consolidation within the industry. We explore this topic in the latest Cybersecurity Brief: bit.ly/3RPccCp.

Congrats to Option3 portfolio member, @DarkCubedCyber, on a new chapter in serving the #cybersecurity industry! Learn more about their recent acquisition by @CeleriumDefense - bit.ly/3QJTj2q.