Cybersecurity: Leading Disruptive Technology Companies in the World
Largely due to the pandemic, industries have undergone rapid digitalization. At the same time, cybersecurity threats are growing. Thus, securing hybrid working, coping with ransomware and continuing supply chain threats, and moving to a zero-trust security model has become a priority. There have been numerous cybersecurity developments since early 2020. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and a move to remote working, with countless subsequent cyberattacks, was followed by a series of extensive supply chain and ransomware attacks in 2021. Cybersecurity is one of the most fertile and fast-moving areas of technology. The South Korea-based Ahnlab Inc (Ahnlab) is a major company that is making its mark in the cybersecurity sector. Ahnlab offers security software solutions and services. The company's major products and services include: Antivirus Products for Desktops and Servers, Mobile Security Products, Online Transaction Security Products, Network Security Appliances, Security Solutions and Consulting Services. It markets its products through sale partners in Nigeria, Poland, Hungary, Rwanda, India, Taiwan, and Vietnam among others. Ahnlab is headquartered in Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea The France-based Atos SE (Atos) is another major company that is making its mark in the cybersecurity sector. Atos offers various information technology solutions including cybersecurity and digital services. It also provides application management, information security solutions, infrastructure solutions, workplace solutions, infrastructure professional services, outsourcing financial services, and business process services. The company classifies its business operations into five reportable geographic segments: Northern Europe, North America, Central Europe, Southern Europe, and Growing Market.