On April 24-25, 2025, we’ll be hosting the 11th edition of the EU-Startups Summit! This event is set to bring together around 2,500 founders, startup enthusiasts, and investors for two days of learning, connection, and inspiration. Packed with inspiring speakers, thought-provoking panel discussions, engaging networking activities, a thrilling pitch competition, and much more, it’s an event you won’t want to miss.
We are excited to announce our next panel discussion: “Cybersecurity: Unmasking threats in the virtual world“ As the name suggests, this session will explore the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, highlighting how businesses and individuals can protect digital assets, combat cyber threats, and stay ahead in an increasingly connected world.
To discuss these advancements, we’ve invited three trailblazing leaders at the forefront of cybersecurity. They’ll share their journeys, lessons learned, and visions for the future of cyber resilience:
Madeline Lawrence: Chief Business Officer at Aikido Security, a Belgian company providing a streamlined security platform for developers. Based in Belgium, Aikido Security has secured over €23 million in funding. Madeline focuses on expanding the company’s reach and ensuring its solutions help businesses strengthen their cyber defences. Known for her no-nonsense approach, she is a strong advocate for transparency in the tech and VC industries and is committed to making cybersecurity more accessible and effective.
Michal Tresner: CEO & Co-founder of ThreatMark, a cybersecurity entrepreneur and fraud detection expert. Based in Brno, ThreatMark is focused on advanced fraud detection and behavioural biometrics. To date, they have raised over €36 million. Michal leads efforts to protect businesses from online fraud, phishing, and identity theft. With over 15 years in the industry, he has played a crucial role in cybersecurity innovation.
Samuel Hassine: CEO & Co-founder of Filigran, a rapidly growing European CyberTech company based in Paris that specialises in advanced solutions for cyber threat management. Under his leadership, Filigran has experienced remarkable growth, securing three funding rounds totalling over €52 million and expanding to a team of over 100 employees in just two years, while establishing a strong global presence. He also served as Head of Cyber Threat Intelligence at the French Cybersecurity Agency (ANSSI) and Director of Cybersecurity Strategy at Tanium.
Join us on April 24-25, 2025, in sunny Malta to connect with cybersecurity leaders, forward-thinking entrepreneurs, and like-minded innovators. Secure your ticket today and be part of the movement shaping the future of digital security. Stay tuned for more updates, speaker announcements, and event highlights on our event page!
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Read the orginal article: https://www.eu-startups.com/2025/02/meet-the-experts-joining-our-cybersecurity-panel-discussion-at-the-eu-startups-summit-2025/
