Cyber Security
in focus

As a spin-off from the KIT, prenode focuses on the transfer of research results to build decentralized and robust AI systems for industrial applications. With prenode’s solution, scalable machine learning models can be created and managed on distributed systems with full control over your data.

asvin is standing for next level cybersecurity risk management to ensure security and protection for businesses and their valuable assets. At the forefront is their flagship product, Risk by Context, a game-changer in cybersecurity leveraging graph analytics and AI. Prioritizing threats with precision, it guarantees timely responses and maximizes efficiency, breaking down information silos for a comprehensive risk management strategy.

As a spin-off from the KIT, Aimino Tech is pursuing the goal of developing an automated machine learning toolkit for industrial applications. Based on their research results on robust AI systems, they are developing an AI-supported, automated campaign management tool.

A thread modeling software for the creation and management of threat assessment and remediation analysis for the automotive industry, in compliance with ISO 21434, pursues Primary Target. They automate and accelerate the software development process and minimize successful cyber risks.

Langlauf Security Automation’s solution enables automated security quality checks of self-developed and supplied software. Its technology enables fine-grained detection – right down to version-accurate identification of individual functions.

As a spin-off from Paderborn University, Devity is developing an identity management tool for the IIoT. It can be used to design trustworthy supply chains and avoid lengthy and expensive configurations with automated commissioning.

Xplizit Trust are pioneers in network security. Their Zero Trust technology software enables adaptive, identity-based, precise and decentralized network access. Their platform is based on state-of-the-art encryption, access control and proven security procedures.

NEON Information Security develops a solution for automated security incident and event management. With its VASE attack library, you are always up to date.

The KIT spin-off Validaitor is developing an all-in-one platform for the automated testing and validation of ML models, taking into account state-of-the-art AI safety techniques. They also enable compliance with the regulations of both the EU AI Act and ISO 42001.

The solution from uCore Systems enables uncomplicated and user-friendly use of IoT systems. With its universal controller, IoT application functions and devices available locally in the network can be linked automatically.

Cyber Insight provides an AI-driven solution for more effective cyber risk management. In addition to data-based prioritization, process optimization through standardized procedures and sustainable documentation, they prepare relevant data in a dashboard with clear recommendations for action.

BAUTA’s hardware module enables the automated extraction of information from image (sequences) in the image creation process. Data can be isolated securely and in compliance with data protection regulations. The technology can be used to precisely analyze pedestrian and traffic data.

As a spin-off from the Alexander von Humboldt Institute for Internet and Society HIIG, Law & Innovation is developing a cross-context cookie consent agent with Consenter. In doing so, they are drawing on research findings on data protection as a service and privacy by design.

The Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) has launched the StartUpSecure funding program to support research teams at German universities or in industry with their ideas and unconventional approaches. Interested parties can obtain comprehensive advice on start-ups in IT security from the start-up incubators set up at the three competence centers for IT security research CISPA in Saarbrücken, ATHENE in Darmstadt and KASTEL in Karlsruhe as well as at the Ruhr University Bochum.

As one of the leading international research institutions, the KASTEL Security Research Labs contribute to interdisciplinary research into holistic solutions for the security and data protection of complex networked systems. They span the spectrum from basic research to application research, including the timely transfer to business, society and politics. They research the quantification of security and data protection and are guided by the unity of research, teaching and innovation.

The KASTEL – Institute for Information Security and Reliability emerged from the Competence Center for Applied Security Technology and is part of the KASTEL Security Research Labs. The institute represents research and teaching in the field of information security and reliability at KIT.

The KIT Graduate School Cybersecurity provides doctoral students with state-of-the-art technical, scientific and interdisciplinary skills that enable them to respond effectively to current and future security challenges. As a hub in a multifaceted field, the school brings together the various security disciplines at KIT. It organizes regular networking events and serves as a platform for interdisciplinary work and the exchange of ideas between PhD students, post-docs and senior researchers.

ATHENE is one of the four start-up incubators in Germany that are part of the StartUpSecure funding program. It is based at the Competence Center for Applied Cyber Security in Darmstadt and offers a wide range of services for those interested in founding a company and start-ups in the field of cyber security.

The CISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security in Saarbrücken is one of four start-up incubators in Germany that are part of the StartUpSecure funding program. In technology transfer, CISPA focuses in particular on start-ups and entrepreneurship, research cooperation with industry, property rights and licenses.

Cube 5 at Ruhr-Universität Bochum is one of four start-up incubators in Germany that are part of the StartUpSecure funding program. Cube 5 focuses on supporting spin-offs from research with prospects of success in the B2B sector. It provides advice and support during the application process and provides assistance throughout the entire process.

With over 1,200 members, CyberForum e.V. is the largest regionally active high-tech entrepreneur network in Europe. From start-ups and software companies to experienced entrepreneurs and international information technology providers to research institutes and universities – CyberForum brings them all together. A platform for networking as a direct link between expertise, business contacts and career prospects.

The aim of the initiative, which was founded in 2001, is to establish a regional platform for knowledge transfer, exchange of experience and maintaining contacts between data protection officers, IT security officers, researchers and practitioners. KA-IT-Si addresses current topics in data protection and information security and ensures the transfer of knowledge between research and practice, promotes the exchange of experience between security and data protection officers and provides a lively network of “short paths” for cooperation.

The Chamber of Commerce and Industry Karlsruhe (IHK Karlsruhe) represents the interests of its members, provides impetus for Karlsruhe as a business location, networks the regional economy, provides services for its members and organizes events ranging from specialist congresses to networking. The IHK-Haus der Wirtschaft is a central location for dialog and exchange – a house of open doors. Here, you can get practical ideas, make valuable contacts and join in the discussions.

Wibu-Systems is an innovative technology leader in the global software licensing market. Founded in 1989, the company’s mission is to provide the highest level of protection, licensing and security for digital assets and intellectual property in an increasingly connected world.

Siemens Energy is represented in 90 countries and covers the entire energy landscape. From conventional to renewable energy, from grid technology and storage to the electrification of complex industrial processes. The mission is to support companies and countries with what they need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and make energy reliable, affordable and sustainable.

From generation and grids to sustainable products and services for the home: As one of the largest operators of critical infrastructure in Germany, EnBW is working on the Energiewende every day. Customers are already benefiting from pioneering solutions for electricity, heating, electromobility and telecommunications.

As a specialist in information security and cyber security, EnBW Cyber Security protects its customers’ IT and OT infrastructure against cyber attacks and helps to prevent blackmail and industrial espionage. It offers a combination of IT and OT network monitoring from a single source.

Baden-Württemberg International is the central location promotion agency for business and science in the state of Baden-Württemberg. The aim is to make Baden-Württemberg even more visible, attractive and resilient as a location for business and science in global competition, to attract new players and to strengthen, support and accompany local companies and scientific institutions in their internationalization. The linking of business and science is seen as a success factor.

Start-up BW is a campaign by the state of Baden-Württemberg with the aim of maintaining the state’s competitiveness and economic strength. An entire ecosystem is needed to provide founding teams and start-ups with the breeding ground on which they can develop and grow. The joint commitment of all stakeholders involved in the promotion of start-ups in the state makes Baden-Württemberg THE Start-up LÄND. THE Start-up LÄND bundles all support measures and funding offers for founders and start-ups in Baden-Württemberg.