Company Research Report: Cyacomb Ltd
Company Overview
Name:
Cyacomb Ltd
Mission of the Company:
Cyacomb strives to make the digital world safer by deploying cutting-edge technology to locate and eliminate illegal content swiftly and efficiently, thereby aiding law enforcement and safeguarding communities.
Founding Details:
- Founded Year: 2016
- Founders: Ian Stevenson (entrepreneur) and Bruce Ramsay (former police forensics analyst)
Key People:
- CEO: Ian Stevenson
- CTO: Bruce Ramsay
- VP Sales: Stuart Hutchinson
- Director of Sales for North America: Graham Little
- Head of Customer Success: Alan McConnell
- Head of Marketing: Dariia Sokol
- Non-Executive Director: Richie McBride
Headquarters:
- Location: 50 Lothian Road, Festival Square, Edinburgh, EH3 9WJ, Scotland
Employees:
- No specific number provided
Revenue:
- No information available
Known For:
Cyacomb is recognized for developing technology that allows for rapid identification and blocking of harmful content such as Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) on digital platforms and devices. Their technology is especially innovative in its use of secure Contraband Filters™.
Products
1. Cyacomb Forensics:
- Description: Tools for law enforcement to scan devices efficiently for known illegal content.
- Key Features:
- Scans 100 times faster than traditional methods.
- Employs rapid digital triage tools.
- Forensic tools use Contraband Filters™ to identify harmful content.
2. Cyacomb Safety:
- Description: Technology that assists in identifying and blocking child sexual abuse and terrorist content online.
- Key Features:
- Operates on end-to-end encrypted platforms while maintaining user privacy.
3. Cyacomb Examiner Plus:
- Description: A forensic tool that uses advanced block level hashing technology.
- Key Features:
- Detects illegal content in seconds.
- Facilitates on-scene triage.
- Supports simultaneous scans on multiple devices.
4. Cyacomb Mobile Triage:
- Description: Scans mobile devices for illegal content.
- Key Features:
- Compatible with Android and iOS.
- Provides results in seconds, enhancing decision-making speed.
5. Cyacomb Offender Manager:
- Description: Designed for use by investigators without extensive digital forensics knowledge.
- Key Features:
- Rapid detection and clear, intuitive results.
- Pre-configured and easy to deploy.
6. Contraband Filter Hub:
- Description: Platform allowing secure access and sharing of Contraband Filters.
- Key Features:
- Facilitates secure sharing of data among authorized users, without compromising privacy.
Recent Developments
New Products and Features:
- Cyacomb Examiner Plus 3.0: Introduced enhanced scanning capabilities for mobile devices, specifically for Android and iOS.
Partnerships:
- Internet Watch Foundation (IWF): Collaboration to provide law enforcement with access to IWF's 1.7 million file database via Cyacomb's Contraband Filters. This partnership aims at combating Child Sexual Abuse Material effectively.
Investments:
- Cyacomb has received a £6.5 million investment led by the Scottish National Investment Bank to scale operations, expand markets, and enhance online safety technology.
Regulatory Engagement:
- Cyacomb participated in discussions with UK and EU policymakers about online safety regulations, including the Online Safety Bill and privacy considerations with end-to-end encryption.
Conclusion
Cyacomb Ltd is actively pioneering technology to aid law enforcement and digital safety through a suite of products designed for rapid detection and triage of illegal content. The company continues to expand its reach and capabilities through strategic partnerships and investments, maintaining a strong focus on innovation and collaboration to address evolving digital threats effectively.
