The KC Chronicle: July 2024

?? Hello, fabulous readers! As we wave a fond farewell to July, it’s time to roll out the red carpet for a brand-new issue of the KC Chronicle! Inside, you’ll find a mix of the latest happenings, freshest content, and sizzling updates that are making waves in the wonderful world of KuppingerCole Analysts AG .

Just joined the fun? Let us give you the lowdown: The KC Chronicle isn’t just any publication ?; it’s akin to a delicious buffet for your mind. We serve up the finest KuppingerCole research, blog posts, events, and curated content from the month, so you’re always in the loop.

Best of all? We deliver to your inbox, free of cost, every month.

Dig in. ??

What's New this Month

Years ago, the mind of Marc Elsberg gifted us with "Blackout," his book, which painted a scenario where rogue software sent Europe plunging into chaos. Fast forward to just two weeks ago in July, when we saw a real-world echo of that fiction: a glitchy update in CrowdStrike Falcon's security software sent ripples of concern through the world. ??

With businesses reeling from unexpected downtime and security breaches hanging like a dark cloud, we must ask ourselves: how secure is our digital landscape? This incident serves as a not-so-gentle reminder that our modern conveniences can sometimes turn into ticking time bombs. So, what does this mean for us, and what do we do next?

Find out in this blog post by our Senior Analyst, Mike Small , in which he unpacks the incident and offers steps organizations can take to navigate these murky waters.

Upcoming Events

EVERYBODY STAY CALM! ?? Only 5 months remain until the start of cyberevolution : our one-of-a-kind event exploring cybersecurity in an AI-powered digital world! ??

Happening in Frankfurt, Germany, this conference will explore important themes from AI Use Cases for Cybersecurity to Cloud Security, Identity Security, Leadership in the Cyber Frontier, NIS2 and DORA compliance, the Cryptocalypse, and much, much more.

But don’t think for a moment that it’s all work and no play ??! We have exciting side events lined up to keep your energy high and spirits even higher. Test your knowledge and have some laughs at our Pub Quiz . For those craving a more competitive edge, unleash your inner hacker in our challenging Capture the Flag competition, designed to put your skills to the test and foster camaraderie among participants.

Get ready for a hands-on conference experience that will equip you with the right stuff to tackle our ever-changing, ever-evolving digital world. ??

Welcome aboard the r(e)volution .

?? Got a fresh take on one, or many, cybersecurity and AI topics? The cyberspace stage is waiting for your voice. Propose a talk here and apply to join us as a speaker. ???

Our Fave Content Pieces

• Selecting a single episode of Analyst Chat is no easy feat, but if you're only diving into one today, make it Episode 220! Join Matthias Reinwarth , Phillip Messerschmidt , Warwick Ashford , and Alejandro Leal as they reminisce about good old EIC 2024. They unpack cybersecurity trends and hurdles tackled at EIC, like zero trust, decentralized identity, and the role of AI in security. Plus, they emphasize the necessity of regulations like NIS2 and DORA in shaping cybersecurity practices, while also shedding light on major upcoming themes for cyberevolution, from zero trust and AI to leadership and mental wellness ?? in cybersecurity.

• As we dive into the realm of cybersecurity, get ready for insightful blog entries from our analysts on topics you can anticipate at cyberevolution! We particularly love this eye-opening piece below by Scott David that tackles the notion of trust ?? in our rapidly advancing AI Interconnected World. It's a concept layered with complexities and conundrums that might just make you question what trust really means in the digital age. ??

Exciting Research

Our analysts have been busy exploring the ever-evolving world of digital business and cybersecurity, peering into the crystal ball to unveil what might be coming our way by 2033. ?? Teaming up with SAMI Consulting, they have followed a proven futures studies methodology to map out this journey. The resulting outputs were used to derive eight actionable recommendations that CISOs can jump on right now to prep for the next decade!

Check it out: ??? Securing Tomorrow: Strategic Cybersecurity Recommendations for 2024-2033

?? Employee Spotlight: Meet Jennifer St?hler

Q: What’s the most rewarding part of your job?

Seeing the results at the end ?? When a project is demanding, time-sensitive, and challenging, it becomes even more rewarding when the final product is completed, and the entire team can celebrate the hard work. I also love seeing how individual team members develop. When someone surpasses themselves and becomes even better at what they do, it's always an absolute highlight for me.

Q: What do you do outside of work?

My biggest "hobby" is my two-year-old?son ?? Besides?that I love meeting with Friends and Family, traveling, sports (especially dancing, yoga & functional training), I like to sew and I am part-time?self-employed?as a web designer?and helping tiny companies and non-profit organization?with their online presence.

Q: What are you most looking forward to at cyberevolution?

The expanded networking opportunities and the special Murder Mystery Dinner. Our team has put a lot of thought into how to bring people together in a relaxed atmosphere. Additionally, the program looks very promising. We already have some great speakers confirmed, ensuring three exciting days content-wise.

Thanks for reading, and see you again in August! ???