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CISOs Growing More Comfortable With Risk, But Better C-Suite Alignment Needed: Netskope Research

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Over half (57%) of CISOs report increasing cyber risk appetites with (49%) reporting a good risk appetiteA third of CISOs see their CEOs as much more risk averse than themselves, with (32%) reporting working with a CEO who has a low risk appetite92% of CISOs report differing attitudes to risk are causing tension with the wider C-Suite66% describe themselves as ‘walking a tightrope’ between what the business wants and what makes sense from a security perspective

SANTA CLARA, Calif., June 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Netskope, a leader in Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), today published new global research that finds that shifts in the cyber threats landscape have changed the way today’s Chief Information Security Officers (CISO) evaluate their business’ risk appetite. Specifically, 92% of CISOs report that these changes are creating tensions with their CEO and other members of the C-suite, and two-thirds (66%) say they are “walking a tightrope” between what the business wants and what makes sense from a security perspective.

The research surveyed more than 1,000 CISOs around the world to explore the evolution of the CISO role as a strategic member of the executive team. Contradicting legacy stereotypes of the CISO as inherently risk averse, only 16% of today’s CISOs classified their current risk appetite as low. In fact, CISOs see their CEOs as much more risk averse than themselves, with twice as many respondents (32%) perceiving their CEO as having a low-risk appetite.

Other findings expand upon the changing role of the CISO:

Over half of the CISOs who participated in the research (57%) said their appetite for risk has increased in the last five years. This may be despite the increasing volume and sophistication of cyber threats, or because of it: 74% state that a first-hand experience of a cyber security incident was important in impacting their risk comfort levels.Better access to data and analytics (76%) was the top reason given for their shift in risk appetite.Two thirds of CISOs (65%) now describe their responsibility in terms of improving business resilience, rather than managing cyber risk.However, 23% of participating CISOs strongly agree that other members of the C-suite currently fail to see that the CISO role makes innovation possible.

The rise of the progressive CISO

Two thirds (65%) of CISOs surveyed believe the CISO role is changing rapidly, and they report becoming more proactive and progressive, a trend driven by the adoption of modern technology that creates new possibilities for driving innovation and business impact: 

Just 36% of CISOs see themselves playing a “protector” role primarily focused on defending the organization.In contrast, 59% of CISOs now consider themselves to be business enablers, with 67% stating that they want to play an even more active role going forward.66% wish they could say “yes” to the business more often.

James Robinson, Netskope’s own CISO commented:

“The research makes it clear that CISOs are generally hungry to play a more proactive role that enables innovation while also protecting the business. In my experience, the best way to make CISOs more proactive partners across the C-suite is to gain deep understanding of the business challenges C-suite colleagues are focused on solving and align those to security strategies, rather than attempt to assert security strategy – or individual technology choices – on what is perceived to be C-suite risk appetite.”

“Too often this alignment doesn’t occur among enterprise teams. But CISOs who are able to define the ways in which they are helping their C-suite peers to acquire new revenues, drive efficiencies, and navigate regulatory requirements will be recognized as valuable contributors at the highest levels.”

Discussing the research, Steve Riley, Field CTO at Netskope, said:

“With business technology and cyber threats evolving at a faster pace than ever, it is encouraging to see that CISOs are increasingly progressive in their thinking. CISOs clearly no longer feel the need to lock down access completely if it is to the detriment of the business.”

“However, our findings show that the wider C-suite is not always ready for CISOs to break out of their traditional role as the protector of the business. To truly enable secure innovation and business transformation, security leaders need to bring their colleagues on the journey with them and help them to understand how buzz phrases like zero trust actually contribute to strategies that strike a balance between staying secure and getting work done.”

The research was conducted on behalf of Netskope by Censuswide and interviewed 1,031 CISOs worldwide across five markets (UK, North America, France, Germany, Japan) in a wide range of sectors including healthcare, retail, finance, and industry.

Please find the full report including additional insights into CISOs attitudes of industry trends here.

About Netskope
Netskope, a global SASE leader, helps organizations apply zero trust principles and AI/ML innovations to protect data and defend against cyber threats. Fast and easy to use, the Netskope One platform and its patented Zero Trust Engine provide optimized access and real-time security for people, devices, and data anywhere they go. Thousands of customers trust Netskope and its powerful NewEdge network to reduce risk and gain unrivaled visibility into any cloud, web, and private application activity—providing security and accelerating performance without trade-offs. Learn more at netskope.com.

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Promise Exchange Program Debuts at CES in Las Vegas Showcasing 7 Tunisian Startups

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The U.S.-funded initiative connects Tunisian entrepreneurs with U.S. and global startup communities

Explore Tunisia’s burgeoning startup ecosystem, visit with Tunisia’s Ambassador to the US, and connect with global innovators at CES January 7-10 Las Vegas, NV at the Venetian Expo Hall, Booth 50025

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Promise Project, a U.S.-funded initiative to strengthen Tunisia’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, is bringing Tunisian innovation talent and startups to CES 2025 for the first time, aiming to connect Tunisian entrepreneurs with the U.S. and global startup communities.

Organized by the Tunisian American Young Professionals (TAYP), the booth will feature cutting-edge innovations from Tunisian startups in sectors such as AgTech, Energy, Robotics, Smart Cities, and Food Tech. The exhibit will spotlight Tunisia’s dynamic startup ecosystem with special guests and live demonstrations throughout the CES event.

Additionally, the program will welcome Hanène Tajouri Bessassi, the Tunisian Ambassador to the U.S. and CES along with representatives from CONECT and the French delegation from CPME (more details below).

The Promise Exchange Program is a U.S.-funded initiative in partnership with the U.S. State Department, Tunisian American Young Professionals and implemented by Deloitte.

Special Guests & In-Booth Event

Innovate Together – Building Bridges Worldwide with special guest, Hanène Tajouri Bessassi, Tunisian Ambassador to the U.S.
Hanène Tajouri Bessassi, the Tunisian Ambassador to the U.S. will be visiting the Tunisian booth at CES along with representatives from CONECT and the French delegation from CPME. 

Featured Speakers:

Mrs. Hanene Tajouri Bessassi, Ambassador of Tunisia to Washington DCHE Mrs. Nejia Gharbi,General Director of ” la Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations” – CDCMr. Tarak Triki, Managing Director Smart Capital

Date: Tues., January 7th at 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Location: Venetian Expo, Level 2, Halls A-D, Tunisian Booth # 50025

Featured Startups
The Tunisian Companies featured at Booth 50025 (in alphabetical order):

AquaDeep | AgTech
AquaDeep is revolutionizing fish farming with AI-powered counting solutions and IoT-based data extraction tools. Our modular services support aquacultures at every stage, enhancing control and efficiency.

DeepVolt | Energy
DeepVolt develops AI solutions for E-Mobility. Our flagship product, DeepVolt Location Intelligence Assistant (DLIA), enables cities and businesses to identify profitable locations for EV charging stations in minutes.

OORB (Open Organic Robotics) | Robotics OORB (Open Organic Robotics) is a young Tunisian startup featuring the OORB framework, the Robodog quadruped educational kit, and the OORB Studio & community. Our open-source framework, built on ROS with AI at its core, offers cloud-based tools for robotics development, including AI-driven code generation, CAD design, and real-time collaboration.

Smart For Green | AgTech
Our aim is to protect at-risk forests, farms and factories from the threat of fire. Our fire protection solution for farms, forests and factories is based on a multidimensional approach: predicting risks, detecting them in time and assisting response teams.

SPIRAW | Food Tech SPIRAW combines biotechnology and IoT to offer a home-based solution for growing fresh, high-quality spirulina. Inspired by Nespresso, our innovative machine automates cultivation, paired with a mobile app for monitoring, recipes, and eco-impact tracking.

Wayout  | Smart Cities Wayout’s mission is to eliminate marine pollution and reduce floodings through sustainable solutions to the infrastructure. Our first product launched is Zigofiltre; a filter that captures waste and lets water pass easily. Today we installed a little bit more than 2000 across 22 regions in Tunisia.

WeMake3D  |  Robotics WeMake3D produces locally made 3D printers fit for both the educational and industrial use. Our goal is to build the bridge between the two fields in order to accelerate the growth of the 3D printing technology in Tunisia, the MENA region and the African continent.

To learn more about the Tunisian startups, in-booth demonstrations, or schedule meetings visit the website at www.tunisianinnovationhub.com or connect via the CES 2025 App.

About Tunisia Innovation Hub
The Tunisian Innovation Hub, part of the U.S funded PROMISE project, will showcase 7 Tunisian startups at CES 2025 in Las Vegas, NV.

Organized by Tunisian American Young Professionals (TAYP), the booth highlights innovations in AI, 3D printing, renewable energy, e-mobility, marine tech, agri-tech, smart systems.

About Promise Exchange Program
Promise was founded to strengthen the Tunisian entrepreneurial ecosystem, allowing startups to attract international investments, become more scalable, and maximize economic impact. The program features multiple programs ranging from ideation bootcamps, international exchange programs, patenting assistance, and investment readiness. 

About Tunisian American Young Professionals
A non-profit organization powered by an ever-growing community of Tunisian and American professionals across various sectors of industries. We are committed to contributing our experiences and expertise to build thriving economic opportunities and vibrant cultural exchanges between Tunisia and the US.

By connecting professionals and through public-private partnerships, we create projects and initiatives focusing on Export, Entrepreneurship, Exchange and Education.

Press Contact:
Michelle Lorge
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615-587-4980

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Empowering Mining with Green Innovation: SANY Unveils Africa’s Largest Solar-Storage-Diesel Microgrid

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SHANGHAI, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On December 29th, SANY Silicon Energy reached a significant milestone in the international “Solar + Storage + Diesel” microgrid power generation sector by launching the Zambia Ruida Mining Microgrid Power Project. This initiative is recognized as Africa’s largest single-unit hybrid microgrid designed for mining operations, highlighting SANY’s commitment to promoting green energy transformation and sustainable development throughout the region.

Distinguished as Africa’s largest microgrid project designed for mining activities, the venture encompasses a 13 MWp solar photovoltaic (PV) system in conjunction with a 39 MWh battery energy storage system and a diesel generator as a backup power source. These components synergize to form a cutting-edge integrated microgrid system seamlessly harmonizing solar, storage, and diesel technologies. The project’s primary objective is to ensure a steadfast and dependable electricity supply for mining operations, consequently achieving energy self-sufficiency, diminishing reliance on conventional energy sources, and bolstering energy efficiency and sustainability.

Exhibiting the hallmark “SANY Speed,” the project swiftly progressed from the signing of the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to its commissioning within a mere four months. Despite navigating challenges posed by Zambia’s intricate topography, severe climate conditions, and logistical impediments stemming from underdeveloped infrastructure, our team demonstrated remarkable adaptability and operational efficiency.

The successful inauguration of this project signifies a pivotal juncture in SANY’s eco-conscious mining endeavors across Africa. It lays a robust groundwork for the continent’s green energy trajectory and reinforces our unwavering dedication to advancing sustainable energy solutions on a global scale.

Drawing on the expertise and technological capabilities developed through this initiative, SANY is dedicated to “Illuminating Africa” at “SANY Speed.” By actively driving the implementation of additional green energy projects, SANY seeks to lead global renewable energy trends and contribute Chinese innovation to the worldwide energy transition.

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The Revolution of Travel Technology Defined at FITUR 2025

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Organized by IFEMA MADRID, the International Tourism Trade Fair brings together over 100 pioneering companies in booking management technology from around the world, from January 22 to 26.

MADRID, Jan. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a world of constant transformation, the travel industry has embraced technology as its greatest ally. Booking management, a critical component of customer experience, is one area undergoing significant revolution. Driven by technological innovation, current trends not only optimize operational efficiency but also reshape how people plan their journeys.

Amid this digital transformation, FITUR 2025, organized by IFEMA MADRID, will host the sector’s most pioneering companies under the TRAVEL TECHNOLOGY banner from January 22 to 26. This event will unveil key technological trends that are redefining how travelers search, decide, book, and review their experiences. Following a record 23% growth in 2024, Travel Technology 2025 is expanding by nearly 10%, surpassing 100 exhibiting companies.

Located in Hall 8, companies from countries including Spain, Italy, France, the Netherlands, the UK, Germany, the US, Brazil, Singapore, and Morocco, among others, will present cutting-edge solutions to the global tourism market. These include software solutions, online booking platforms, blockchain technology for secure and transparent management, price managers, innovative payment systems, virtual and augmented reality to inspire travel decisions, and AI-powered voice assistants for personalized service. These technologies help tourism businesses achieve their goals, enhance efficiency by automating and centralizing operations and administrative tasks, and save time and costs.

The convergence of these technologies´ points to a future where booking management will become increasingly connected and integrated. All this and more will be unveiled in the Travel Technology area, the epicenter of a vital travel sector segment undergoing rapid transformation. The travel technology industry is not only adapting to the expectations of modern travelers but is also leading the way toward a more efficient, personalized, and sustainable travel experience.

From January 22 to 26, 2025, in Hall 8 at IFEMA MADRID, FITUR Travel Technology will showcase the most cutting-edge solutions for booking management. Discover the latest developments in technology specifically designed to meet the needs of the tourism industry on: Fitur 2025 | International Tourism Fair

 

 

 

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