A decade ago, cybersecurity was the domain of hackers and IT backrooms. Today, it’s a boardroom strategy. And while some people still confuse “digital risk protection” with antivirus pop-ups, dealmakers know better. These days, the real action isn’t in guarding the perimeter — it’s in understanding what lives inside it, how it’s managed, and how it could unravel a billion-dollar acquisition. Welcome to the new frontier of data security posture management (DSPM), where code is currency, and diligence now includes a cyber checkup.
We’re spotlighting 10 cybersecurity firms leading the charge in protecting critical digital assets — and many of them are on the cusp of major funding rounds. While we won’t reveal all the names here, we can say this: the list includes a standout DSPM firm with a sharp focus on AI-powered breach detection and a digital risk platform being quietly adopted by several Fortune 500s.
Here’s what you’ll find when you download our ungated list:
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