The IV edition of W4C Startup School begins: The program that promotes women entrepreneurs in cybersecurity.

Kickoff of W4C Startup School IV

Last Thursday we welcomed the fourth edition of the W4C Startup School, the entrepreneurship program organized by Tetuan Valley together with Women4Cyber Spain that promotes female talent in the world of cybersecurity.

An edition that promises much: eight new projects, a community more consolidated than ever and the energy of an ecosystem that continues to grow thanks to the collaboration between entrepreneurs, corporations and industry professionals.

An afternoon to inspire and connect

The Kickoff, held at the Campus of Google for Startups Madridbrought together more than 50 people, including founders, mentors, experts and representatives of collaborating companies.

After the opening of the doors, the Tetuan Valley and Women4Cyber Spain team officially welcomed this new edition and presented the structure of the program: a six-week course that combines practical training, individual mentoring and direct connection with the cybersecurity entrepreneurship ecosystem.

In this edition we opted for a closer and more dynamic format: live interviews with people who are transforming the sector from the inside.

The first interview was conducted by Daniela KominskyCo-Director of Entrepreneurship at Women4Cyber Spainwho spoke with Jezer Ferreiraserial entrepreneur and co-founder of OSINTOMATICO. Jezer shared his story, talked about how his project came about and reflected on the real impact that startups can have on cybersecurity today.

The second interview was conducted by Agustina MilaniniInnovation Manager of Tetuan Valley, who spoke with Carlota Escolanoco-founder of Ciberin Foresight and alumni of the 3rd edition of W4C Startup School. Carlota shared with complete honesty her experience in the program, how it helped her to open doors and connect with the community, and what she has learned from her journey as a founder.

It was an inspiring moment that not only gave a voice to those who are building real solutions, but also showed the new participants that behind every project there is a story that deserves to be told.

Eight new startups, one purpose

The most anticipated moment of the event was the presentation of the startups selected for this fourth edition. Eight projects led by women entrepreneurs with a common vision: to make the digital world a safer place.

1. Runa Security: Offers technology SMEs and startups an affordable and customized solution to implement cybersecurity regulatory frameworks such as ISO 27001, ENS or RGPD, helping them to avoid penalties and strengthen their competitiveness.

2. Intruforce: A SaaS platform that identifies and displays security vulnerabilities in real time through intuitive dashboards, facilitating decision making and proactive protection.

3. Endura-X: Offers accessible and understandable cybersecurity solutions for SMEs, adapted to their real needs and with a human and practical approach.

4. SafePath: A conversational AI that detects risks in real time and alerts your trusted circle, offering personal security without compromising your privacy.

5. Cyber0asis: Offers mentoring and training in cybersecurity for companies and entrepreneurs (B2B), in addition to an online course platform for individual users (B2C).

6. CyberHer: Educational platform that offers accessible training in cybersecurity for women, facilitating their professional development and creating a community of support in the sector.

7. SecurIdea: Helps SMEs and micro-SMEs to comply with regulations such as DORA, facilitating their adaptation to the cybersecurity standards required by large companies and the financial sector.

8. LinkLove: A dating app that combines technology and cybersecurity to create authentic and secure connections. Its verification ecosystem ensures real profiles and fosters trust between users.

Selected Startups of W4C Startup School IV

Over the next few weeks, these founders will participate in working sessions, mentoring and workshops designed to strengthen their projects, learn from the experience of industry leaders and prepare their final presentation at Demo Day.

An edition made possible thanks to the support of the ecosystem

None of this would be possible without the commitment of the organizations that make W4C Startup School possible:

• Google for Startups, Zscaler y Netskope as premium partners,

• Y WatchGuard y BT Group as Gold partners.

Thanks to your support, we continue to bring technology entrepreneurship to more women and generate real opportunities for growth within the cybersecurity ecosystem.

W4C Startup School IV Collaborators

Cybersecurity with purpose: what's next

In Tetuan Valley we believe that the future of cybersecurity is built from diversity, collaboration and training. Therefore, each edition of W4C Startup School not only drives new projects, but also expands a community of founders, mentors and companies committed to change.

We will continue to share the progress of this edition, the stories of its protagonists and the opportunities that arise throughout the program.

If you are a woman with an idea in cybersecurity, or a company interested in supporting female talent and innovation, write to us and join the next edition of W4C Startup School..