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Crossword Cybersecurity PLC
LON:CCS
Crossword Cybersecurity PLC offers a range of cyber security solutions to help companies understand and reduce cyber security risk. The company does this through a combination of people and technology, in the form of SaaS and software products, consulting, and managed services. Crossword's areas of emphasis are cyber security strategy and risk, supply chain cyber, threat detection and response, and digital identity and the aim is to build up a portfolio of cyber security products and services with recurring revenue models in these four areas.
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Crossword Cybersecurity wins contracts with two UK universities
Crossword Cybersecurity has signed contracts with two UK universities to help stem supply chain threats
Crossword Cybersecurity launches ransomware protection service as attacks soar
Some 78% of companies faced a ransomware attack in 2021 where malware was used
Crossword Cybersecurity pens agreement with UK arm of international defence company
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Crossword Cybersecurity extends scope of services with Spanish government organisations
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Retail sector vulnerable to cyber attacks over Black Friday weekend, says report
Retailers were more likely to have significant vulnerabilities than other organisations
Crossword Cybersecurity revenues jump 85% as threat of cyber attacks escalates
The cyber security group said the outlook for the year remains unchanged as it forecast a 75% increase in revenue to £4mln, rising to £6mln in 2023
Crossword Cybersecurity drums up £3.6mln to invest in sales, product and 24/7 monitoring
The cyber security and risk management specialist said the fundraising was oversubscribed at the price of 21.7p per share
Crossword Cybersecurity unit in services deal with Cumberland House
Part of the agreement includes Crossword Consulting providing its services to Cumberland at its standard charge rates
Crossword Cybersecurity granted test grant from European Commission
The funding will be used to develop tests for websites that use OpenID Foundation’s suite of protocols
Crossword Security doubles revenues as need for protection grows
“Crossword is operating in a sector where spending is not discretionary"
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Crossword Cybersecurity's Indentiproof product reaches first milestone
The cybersecurity company created a demo using Identiproof’s iPhone wallet and passed the milestone by displaying certificates in a user-friendly format
Crossword Cybersecurity says talks 'underway' with possible acquisition targets
“We are conducting a number of conversations in parallel and will keep shareholders updated on relevant developments,” chief executive Tom Ilube said
Crossword Cybersecurity unveils new supply chain offering
The offering provides a team of cybersecurity industry experts, dedicated to defining and delivering risk management best practice
Crossword Cybersecurity calls for 'urgent rethink' of corporate cybersecurity strategies
A survey by the firm found that not only do organisations feel they are chasing their next cyber strategy, but they are struggling to deliver on the one they have now
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Crossword Cybersecurity keeps the momentum going with new contract wins
This year has seen the company start its first engagement with a FTSE 100 company while elsewhere contracts have been entered into with clients in two new overseas jurisdictions in 2022
Crossword Cybersecurity reiterates forecast for sales pace to quicken
Crossword made three acquisitions last year and more are likely said tis CEO
Crossword Cybersecurity acquires data leak platform Threat Status
Threat Status' platform monitors data that has been stolen and shared on the dark web and criminal forums
Crossword Cybersecurity secures new maritime certification
Certification from IASME adds to IoT and CFF approval for company's Rizikon platform
Crossword Cybersecurity offers ‘free’ safety assessment to BESA members
The tech commercialisation company made a similar offer to UK technology trade association members last week
Crossword Cybersecurity offers ‘free’ safety assessment to techUK members
The online software assurance platform, Rizikon Assurance, helps customers self-assess their cyber security by issuing a high-level overview and ‘scorecard’, highlighting areas of weakness
Crossword Cybersecurity sees 75% income growth this year, building on 'strong' end to 2021
Revenue from the company's core cybersecurity consulting and product related business surged by more than 100% in the second half of 2021 from the first six months of the year
Crossword CyberSecurity to acquire hacking threat business
The acquisition will be Crossword's third in less than 12 months
Crossword Cybersecurity says research reveals underlying supply chain assurance issues
The research found that businesses have not standardised what information they ask for, how they ask it, and how they share it, which leads to a lack of supply chain transparency
Crossword Cybersecurity goes nuclear
"Nuclear is one of our most highly regulated and security-conscious industries, so attention to detail and efficiency in the supplier onboarding process are critical," said Sean Arrowsmith, Crossword’s sales director.
Crossword Cybersecurity bolsters Rizikon Assurance platform with Darkbeam partnership
It will give Rizikon customers a real-time risk rating as part of an overall third-party assurance assessment.
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The technology commercialisation company focused solely on cyber security and risk, today announced HY June 2021 results. Total revenue increased by 22% to £824,923. Product and Consulting revenue increased by 30% over the same period in th
Crossword Cybersecurity interim revenues rise driven by product and consulting units
"Crossword will continue to drive growth and expects to meet market expectations of 50% revenue growth in 2021," said chief executive Tom Ilube.
Crossword Cybersecurity strengthens advisory board with appointment of new chair
Alison Dyer is currently chief information security officer at nuclear industry supplier Urenco
Crossword Cybersecurity completes £1.8mln acquisition of Stega
Stega will bring threat intelligence and monitoring services to the group, alongside 30 new clients
Crossword Cybersecurity raises £5mln in oversubscribed placing, announces £1.8mln acquisition plan
The company said it plans to buy a threat intelligence and monitoring services company
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Crossword Cybersecurity installs Rizikon Pro at Racing Post owner
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Crossword Cybersecurity snaps up credentials systems specialist
The company will buy Verifiable Credentials Ltd for up to £2.75mln and add the firm's Identiproof digital certification and document technology to its portfolio
Crossword Cybersecurity to establish subsidiary in Oman
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Crossword Cybersecurity revenues grow by a quarter in 2020 despite challenging conditions
The company also said it expects its revenue growth rate to “more than double" in 2021 amid the rapid rollout of its Rizikon Pro product
Crossword Cybersecurity firmly focused on growth as it eyes acquisitions and new products
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Crossword Cybersecurity helps digital healthcare firm achieve UK Cyber Essentials Plus certification
The company has provided assistance to Vital Signs Solutions, an early-stage digital healthcare firm that develops PocDoc, a digital platform that facilitates testing for health conditions via fingerprick
Crossword Cybersecurity says Rikizon has been selected for another certification programme
"It is excellent news to be able to support IASME once again, with the roll-out of another innovative certification programme," said Crossword CEO Tom Ilube
Crossword Cybersecurity chief to chair Rugby Football Union
Ilube will take over on 1 August 2021 following final ratification by member clubs at the RFU's AGM in June.
Crossword Cybersecurity inks collaboration deal with University of Glasgow
The company said it will work with the institution to create a new software product aimed at privacy governance
Crossword Cybersecurity raises funds to drive growth of Rizikon Pro platform
The company also said it will use the funds to increase sales and marketing resources for its product development and support capabilities
Crossword Cybersecurity enables access to Rizikon Assurance product for Chartered Institute of Information Security
The company said CIIS members will be able to send a number of online assessments per year to suppliers and third parties to assess their security posture, both pre and post-contract award
Crossword Cybersecurity forecasts double digit revenue growth for 2020
The company's CEO, Tom Ilube, also said the firm expects its revenue growth rate to "more than double" in 2021
Crossword Cybersecurity wins UK grant to investigate manufacturing supply chain risks
The firm said it will use the £157,612 grant to identify the reasons why only 6% of companies have achieved “full supply chain visibility”
Crossword Cybersecurity to support competition at Sultan Qaboos University in Oman
The competition will see students from across the region use cybersecurity skills across a range of topics including web security, digital forensics, reverse engineering, network security and cryptography
Crossword Cyber says Rizikon Assurance platform selected to support IoT certification programme
The programme is designed to give confidence to consumers and businesses that devices using the Internet of Things have attained a minimum accepted level of security to protect users from potential cyber-attacks
Crossword Cybersecurity to work on coronavirus immunity certificates
The company is working with Verifiable Credentials and East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust to create a local system that allows NHS testing laboratories in East Kent to issue immunity certificates to individuals on their sma
Crossword Cybersecurity accepted onto the UK Government G-Cloud framework
Being on the framework will allow public sector bodies the opportunity to quickly sign up to using Rizikon, allowing them to rapidly improve their supplier assurance programmes
Crossword Cybersecurity highlights strong rise in Rizikon Assurance orders in first half
The group also reported that recurring revenues from its consulting services have doubled over the same period compared to 2019
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Crossword Cybersecurity sees big jump in first-half revenues
The group is cautiously optimistic that full-year results should be in line with market expectations after a solid first half
Crossword Cybersecurity launches professional edition of Rizikon product for SMEs
Rizikon Pro offers an out-of-the-box, online SaaS solution on a pay-as-you-go basis, allowing smaller firms to access supplier assurance features at a lower cost
Crossword Cybersecurity inks new consulting deal with Agria Pet Insurance
Agria will use Crossword's Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) service to improve its cybersecurity posture
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Crossword Cybersecurity CEO predicts big year ahead as revenues rise in 2019
Tom Ilube said the company’s pipeline is currently standing at around £6mln, split between both its products and consulting services
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Crossword Cybersecurity completes £1mln fundraising backed by CEO
The firm has raised £836,319 through a share placing, while CEO Tom Ilube intends to subscribe for 73,914 shares to reach the £1mln total
Crossword Cybersecurity partners with Satisnet to provide Rizikon Assurance product
Under the partnership, Satisnet will offer Crossword’s Rizikon Assurance platform to help them automate supplier onboarding and “gain full visibility of third party risk exposure”
Crossword Cybersecurity guide to working securely from home
It is based on the advice Crossword is providing FTSE 100-listed clients
Crossword Cybersecurity’s Rizikon Assurance to be used by IT firm Barron McCann
The firm said Barron will use Rizikon to provide “a holistic risk overview” of their top suppliers in order to “mitigate the potential risks originating from their supply chain”
Crossword Cybersecurity inks new consulting contracts across legal, insurance and financial sectors
The company has also secured the third deal for its virtual chief information security officer product
Crossword Cybersecurity welcomes Cammell Laird on board
Rikizon Assurance improves the scalability, security and auditability of third-party assurance and due diligence via automation, centralisation and encryption.
Crossword Cybersecurity's 2019 revenues to be in line with expectations
2019 saw the top-line rise by around 22% year-on-year and the company is confident it is poised for strong growth this year as well
Crossword Cybersecurity appoints sales director and subsidiary chairman to drive 2020 growth
Sean Arrowsmith will be responsible for both products and consulting sales activity, while the chair of the firm's advisory board, Robert Coles, will head up the consulting arm of the business
Crossword Cybersecurity says Consulting division receives CREST accreditation for its penetration testing services
This means that the company now holds certifications from CREST, IASME and Cyber Essentials Plus
Crossword Cybersecurity's consulting division announces three new contracts
Crossword's Consulting team offer a full range of consulting services from cyber assurance and auditing, penetration testing, third party assurance and its vCISO service
Crossword Cybersecurity looks to increase borrowing powers
The software group is aiming to increase in borrowing powers to either £1.5mln or 20% of its adjusted capital and reserves, whichever is higher
Crossword launches new Nixer range of security software products
The first product, Nixer CyberML, uses machine-learning to help business deal with security and cybercrime
Crossword CEO Tom Ilube joins list of influential BAME tech leaders
The list will be published online as part of a Financial Times report into diversity in tech
Crossword’s Rizikon software to be offered to customers of NCC Group
The Rizikon portal will be offered to NCC customers as part of its third-party cybersecurity audit service
Crossword Cybersecurity secures cash, rejigs SaaS revenue recognition
As it wins more software as a service contracts, the cyber security and risk specialist has carried out a review of its revenue recognition practices