Orange Cyberdefense cybersecurity startup challenge winners

Qevlar AI has won the startup challenge at VivaTech 2024, organised by Orange Cyberdefense. The prize, awarded to the most innovative cybersecurity solution of the year, highlights Qevlar's potential to fundamentally change the way Security Operations Centres (SOCs) operate through autonomous agents powered by explainable AI.

The criteria for this challenge emphasised innovation, growth potential, and proven commercial success. This victory not only showcases Qevlar AI's ability to stand out in the competitive market but also marks the beginning of a trusted relationship between Qevlar AI and Orange, Orange Fab France, and Orange Cyberdefense.

"Cybersecurity is a field brimming with opportunity, and their unique solutions stood out for their relevance.", Hugues Foulon, CEO at Orange Cyberdefense

About Orange Cyberdefense

Orange Cyberdefense is the cybersecurity unit of the Orange Group, and one of the top 5 Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) globally, according to MSSP Alert. They protect businesses and public organisations from cyber threats using advanced technology and expert knowledge. With operations in 160 countries, they offer services like threat intelligence, incident response, and security operations.

About VivaTech

VivaTech is a major global tech event held yearly in Paris. It gathers startups, investors, and tech leaders to showcase innovations and foster collaboration. Since 2016, VivaTech has been a key platform for technological advancements across various sectors, including AI and cybersecurity.

About Qevlar AI

Qevlar AI augments SOC operations with its autonomous, explainable AI-powered alert investigations. Seamlessly integrating into any environment, it leverages existing resources to conduct comprehensive analyses, providing analysts with actionable insights. Serving both enterprises and MSSPs, Qevlar AI delivers a proven 30% productivity boost for clients, including CAC40 companies and top 200 global MSSPs.