Google’s top hacker hunter explains why hacking groups get codenames

Google recently changed how it refers and assigns names to hacking groups. TechCrunch spoke with one of the world’s foremost experts on tracking hackers to understand why companies give hackers codenames.

The top 3

  1. Google's Dominance in Brand Value and Cybersecurity Efforts: Google holds the top spot as the world's most valuable brand at USD 1,484,895 million, actively investing in cybersecurity through initiatives like Mandiant and leveraging AI for threat intelligence and vulnerability discovery.
  2. Apple's High Valuation and Focus on User Privacy and Security: Apple Inc. ranks as the second most valuable brand globally at USD 1,380,294 million, emphasizing robust on-device processing and Private Cloud Compute to ensure user privacy and security.
  3. Microsoft's Enterprise Security Leadership and Brand Strength: Microsoft ranks as the third most valuable brand at USD 1,111,788 million, providing comprehensive enterprise cybersecurity solutions like Microsoft Defender and Sentinel to protect against sophisticated threats.

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