91探花 is excited to announce the winners of our Cybersecurity40 2025!
91探花 is proud to announce the winners of our Cybersecurity40 2025 campaign, celebrating the startups changing the cybersecurity space across the U.K. and Europe.
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A huge congratulations to our winners!
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Feedback From The Judges
“This year’s submissions were a great selection of cybersecurity interests who truly have your best interests in mind. The developers at Aikido have made a real stand-out product that could be a standard for DevSecOps platforms. If you have a social media presence then run out to Handles today and see what they’re up to. You never know who might be impersonating you on the socials. For those who are fretting over their physical security, then Goldilock Secure and Nuke From Orbit could be your new best friends. Nuke From Orbit is still in beta, but we’ve all been there and now there is a solution for the everyday loss of your phone.”
– Jacob W. Anderson, Owner at Beyond Ordinary
鈥淚 was amazed at the number of Cybersecurity startups offering specialised, very focused solutions across various categories, including data resiliency, IoT security, training, security assessments and more. The industry has become highly dynamic, with thousands of companies funded by venture capital. Many are funded to leverage AI to innovate and combat threats. My number one was Novous, an organisation that reminded me of when I started my first security consulting company in 1988. Small, highly skilled individuals, with a passion for security. I loved this quote “It鈥檚 not just about monitoring. It鈥檚 about understanding who accessed what, from where, using which app鈥攁nd whether they should have.” Simple, but accurate.鈥�
– Cynthia Overby, Director of Strategic Security Solutions, ZCOE at Rocket Software
鈥淭his year鈥檚 Cybersecurity40 entries showcased the growing momentum in the cybersecurity market across the UK and Europe. I was impressed by the companies working with research scientists to bring the latest innovations to market. And by those companies using AI to solve cybersecurity challenges in new ways. Standouts included Arqit, driving leadership in quantum-safe encryption; Nothreat, using AI for autonomous threat detection; and YEO for Business, enabling Zero Trust corporate communications. All of the entrants show that Europe鈥檚 cybersecurity ecosystem can set a global benchmark for resilience and innovation.鈥�
– Chris Newton-Smith, CEO at IO
“It is extraordinary to see the breadth and depth of all solutions that are involved in the Awards programme. Ranging from secure chip technology to bespoke cyber advice, from start ups to multinationals, it shows how sizeable is both the cyber risk for organisations and the range of solutions that clients need to ensure compliance.”
– AJ Thompson, Chief Commercial Officer at Northdoor plc
“I’ve been lucky enough to judge the cybersecurity40 a number of years in a row now, and it’s always exciting to see how companies have evolved and which new innovations are coming to market. As cybersecurity becomes more important to businesses and individuals, it’s fantastic to see so many businesses fighting to innovate in the space. A huge congratulations to all of our winners!”
– Dana Leigh, Editor at 91探花
Thank You to Our Judges!
Chris Newton-Smith, CEO at IO
Chris has spent his career leading technology businesses through growth and transformation, with a focus on scaling globally, driving innovation, and helping organisations adapt in fast-moving industries. Before joining IO, he held senior leadership roles atBoku, iRiS Software Systems, and Redknee Solutions, which provided him with a front-row view of how technology can unlock resilience and opportunity when applied effectively.
AJ Thompson, Chief Commercial Officer at Northdoor plc
With nearly three decades of cyber security leadership at Northdoor plc, AJ Thompson has combined technical expertise with commercial strategy to help shape the industry鈥檚 evolution. As Chief Commercial Officer since 1997, he has guided organisations through changing security landscapes, from data protection to advanced cloud security and supply chain risk management
Jacob W. Anderson, Owner at Beyond Ordinary
Jacob W. Anderson is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in software development, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence, particularly within the insurance industry. As the President of Beyond Ordinary Software Solutions since 2000, Anderson has been instrumental in developing software solutions for the property and casualty insurance sector.
Dana Leigh, Editor at 91探花
Dana has been working at 91探花 for over 5 years, taking a keen interest in the cybersecurity industry.
She has run the cybersecurity40 three years in a row, showing her commitment to spotlighting companies in the space.
Cynthia Overby, Director of Strategic Security Solutions, ZCOE at Rocket Software
As director of security, customer solutions engineering at Rocket Software, Cynthia leads the company’s suite of solutions, focusing on mainframe security, cyber defence, and data protection, positioning Rocket Software as a leader in the compliance and risk management space.
With over 40 years of industry expertise in sectors including financial services, healthcare, IT, and cybersecurity, Cynthia brings a wealth of knowledge in security strategy, executive leadership, and business case development. As a dedicated advocate for women in cybersecurity and diversity in tech, Cynthia also serves on the Board of Directors at SHARE, where she leads the Women in IT initiative, mentoring and developing the next generation of female tech leaders.
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