Casey Ellis, on the record.
1,355 items across 6 categories: press, broadcast, stage, and paperwork. Captured, displayed, and archived for posterity.
In Sydney, ‘Ideas Boom’ Fuels Australian-Born Startups
WeWork Creator Magazine published a 2016 feature on Sydney's "ideas boom" and its effect on Australian-born startups. The article references Bugcrowd as an example of a homegrown company emerging from the city's entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Are lawmakers vilifying white-hat hackers?
SC Media broadcast an interview segment titled "Are lawmakers vilifying white-hat hackers?" in May 2016. Ellis discusses how poorly designed legislation and legal actions risk deterring legitimate security researchers from conducting vulnerability research.
Pentagon Bug Bounty Program Attracts Strong Hacker Interest
An eWEEK article documents strong hacker participation in the Department of Defense's "Hack the Pentagon" bug bounty initiative, which drew over 1,400 researcher registrations. Casey Ellis discusses the program's significance in engaging the security research community and expanding the Pentagon's vulnerability disclosure efforts.
Bugcrowd's $15m fund win shows Oz infosec can score Series B: CEO
The Register reported in April 2016 on Bugcrowd's $15 million Series B funding round. CEO Casey Ellis characterized the funding as evidence that Australian information security companies could compete for and secure major venture capital investments.
Just in Time for Summer, MIT Slaps Down New Bug Bounty Program
MIT launched a new bug bounty program announced in Security Intelligence. Casey Ellis is cited as a key figure in establishing the initiative to improve security research collaboration with the academic institution.
An Australian digital security startup which works with Tesla and Pinterest just raised $19 million
Bugcrowd, an Australian digital security startup, raised $19 million in funding, as reported by Business Insider AU in April 2016. The company, which works with major clients including Tesla and Pinterest, uses crowdsourced security testing to identify vulnerabilities in customer systems.
Startup created over beers and laksa in Sydney closes a $19 million Series B round
Bugcrowd, a security crowdsourcing platform founded in Sydney, closed a $19 million Series B funding round, as reported by StartupSmart. The startup, which Casey Ellis co-founded, uses a community-driven model to help organizations identify and remediate software vulnerabilities.
Sydney start-up success story Bugcrowd raises $19 million
The Australian reported in April 2016 that Sydney-founded Bugcrowd secured $19 million AUD in Series B funding. Casey Ellis, the company's founder, led the startup through the capital raise to expand its vulnerability disclosure and bug bounty platform.
Bug Bounties Help Detect Cybersecurity Flaws
A Bloomberg article from April 2016 examines how bug bounty programs enable organizations to identify and address security vulnerabilities. Casey Ellis discusses the role of incentivized vulnerability discovery in strengthening cybersecurity defenses across enterprises.
Bugcrowd Nets $15M for Bug Bounties With Hackers
Dow Jones VentureWire reported on Bugcrowd's $15 million Series B funding round in April 2016. Casey Ellis, as Bugcrowd's founder and CEO, led the company through the financing that supported its bug bounty platform connecting organizations with security researchers.
Bugcrowd Raises $15M for Bug-Bounty Efforts
eWEEK reported in April 2016 that Bugcrowd secured $15 million in funding to expand its bug bounty platform and services. Casey Ellis, Bugcrowd's founder and chief executive, led the company's efforts to scale its crowdsourced security research operations.
Bugcrowd Raises $15M in Series B Funding
FinSMEs reported in April 2016 that Bugcrowd secured $15 million in Series B funding led by Blackbird Ventures. Casey Ellis, Bugcrowd's founder, led the company through the funding round as it expanded its bug bounty and vulnerability disclosure platform.
Bugcrowd, Interview with CEO Casey Ellis
FinSMEs published an interview with Casey Ellis, CEO of Bugcrowd, following the company's Series B funding round in April 2016. Ellis discusses Bugcrowd's growth trajectory, its crowdsourced security model, and the company's expansion plans in the vulnerability disclosure space.
Bugcrowd raises cash because of the power of the people
Bugcrowd announced a funding round in an article published by Network World. Casey Ellis, the company's founder, attributed the platform's growth and investor appeal to its crowdsourced security model, which harnesses the collective capability of ethical hackers and security researchers globally.
Bugcrowd, producer of tech-security platform, closes $15 mln Series B round
Bugcrowd, a technology security platform, closed a $15 million Series B funding round, as reported by PE Hub. Casey Ellis, founder and CEO, led the company through the financing to support expansion of its bug bounty and vulnerability disclosure services.
Bugcrowd Raises $15 Million to Expand Bug Bounty Business
Bugcrowd announced a $15 million funding round in a SecurityWeek report, aimed at expanding its bug bounty platform and capabilities. Casey Ellis, Bugcrowd's founder and CEO, led the company through this growth phase to strengthen its position in coordinated vulnerability disclosure.
Amid bug bounty appeal, Bugcrowd raises Series B
Bugcrowd's Series B funding round was covered in the SF Chronicle, highlighting the growing appeal of bug bounty programs in the security industry. Casey Ellis, Bugcrowd's founder and chief executive, discusses the company's expansion and the rising demand for coordinated vulnerability disclosure platforms.
Amid bug bounty appeal, Bugcrowd raises Series B
Bugcrowd closed a Series B funding round as bug bounty programs gained wider adoption across enterprises, according to SF Gate. Casey Ellis, Bugcrowd's founder, highlighted the company's growth in connecting organizations with security researchers to identify vulnerabilities.
Bugcrowd Banks $15M For Bug Bounties
Silicon Tap reported that Bugcrowd secured $15 million in funding for its bug bounty platform. Casey Ellis, Bugcrowd's founder and CEO, led the company through this funding round to expand its vulnerability disclosure and bug bounty services.
Cybersecurity startup Bugcrowd raises $15M to accelerate customer growth
Silicon Valley Business Journal reported on Bugcrowd's $15 million funding round in April 2016. The startup, which Casey Ellis co-founded, aimed to expand its vulnerability disclosure and bug bounty operations.
Bugcrowd, the startup that runs Tesla Motors’ bug bounty program, lands $15M
SiliconANGLE reported on Bugcrowd's $15 million funding round in April 2016, highlighting the company's role managing Tesla Motors' bug bounty program. Casey Ellis, as Bugcrowd's founder and CEO, led the company through this growth stage as it expanded its platform for coordinating security vulnerabilities with major enterprises.
Security testing startup Bugcrowd raises US$15 million Series B led by Blackbird Ventures
Startup Daily reported that Bugcrowd, a security testing startup, raised $15 million in Series B funding led by Blackbird Ventures. Casey Ellis, Bugcrowd's founder and CEO, announced the investment would accelerate the company's platform development and expand its crowdsourced security research capabilities.
Daily funding roundup - April 20, 2016
Vator.tv published a daily funding roundup on April 20, 2016 covering venture capital activity across the technology sector. The roundup included coverage of Bugcrowd's $15 million Series B financing round, a milestone for the bug bounty and vulnerability disclosure platform.
The Most Hated Law on the Internet and Its Problems
This April 2016 Newsweek article explores the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act and its effects on security researchers. Casey Ellis, CEO of Bugcrowd, says CFAA conflicts are avoidable when researchers get sign-offs and rules of engagement from the companies they work with, and he stresses that companies should have legal rights when attacked.
The dark side of bug bounties
The Parallax published an article in April 2016 examining challenges within bug bounty programs, including researcher burnout and inequitable treatment of security professionals. Ellis discusses how the structure of bounty platforms can disadvantage independent researchers and calls for more balanced incentive models.
Why Governments Need Coordinated Vulnerability Disclosure Programs
Government Technology published an article on April 12, 2016 that examines the need for governments to implement coordinated vulnerability disclosure programs. Casey Ellis argues that establishing such programs strengthens cybersecurity posture by enabling responsible disclosure and reducing security gaps across government agencies.
Ransomware suspected in MedStar Health attack, experts say
SC Magazine reported on the March 2016 cyberattack affecting MedStar Health hospital network, where ransomware was suspected as the cause of operational disruptions. Casey Ellis provided expert analysis on the incident and its implications for healthcare security infrastructure.
End of Apple-FBI Dispute Could Intensify Larger Fight Over Data Privacy
A Wall Street Journal article from March 2016 examines how the resolution of Apple's legal dispute with the FBI over iPhone encryption could shape ongoing data privacy debates. Casey Ellis contributed perspective on the implications of the case for broader privacy and security policy discussions.
Uber announces bug bounty program
Uber launched a public bug bounty program to reward security researchers for discovering vulnerabilities, according to a BetaNews report. Casey Ellis contributed to the program's design and helped establish the framework for coordinating vulnerability disclosures with external researchers.
DOJ Charges Iran Hackers for Hitting New York Dam
EWEEK reported on Department of Justice charges against Iranian hackers for a 2013 cyberattack targeting a New York dam's control systems. Casey Ellis commented on the incident and its implications for critical infrastructure security.