Digitalization is present in all levels of our society, especially in institutions and large companies. In fact, entities that are not on the agenda are considered to be left behind and are even at risk of disappearing. For this reason, there is assistance so that business actors have the latest technological advances, while always paying attention to the importance of having the necessary knowledge so as not to become victims of cyber attacks. In this context, cyber security emerges, which is a fundamental part of the aforementioned cybernetic framework Help balance life with technology by maintaining a secure digital infrastructure.

With this aim, and with the aim of supporting and encouraging the growth of the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the field of cybersecurity, Banco Santander has launched a global challenge together with the Oxentia Foundation: ‘Santander X Global Challenge | Protect the Future of Cyberspace‘. Global challenge aimed at startups and scale-ups from 11 countries – Germany, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, US, Spain, Mexico, Portugal, Poland, UK and Uruguay – contributing innovative solutions with answers to the challenges faced by society in terms of cyber security. For example, they handle data protection, backup, or cloud-based systems, etc.

“Cybersecurity and the challenges society faces are growing exponentially,” he explained. Diego Calascibetta, global director of the Entrepreneurship and Fintech Station at Santander University. “With this initiative, from Santander

Startups and scaleups interested in taking part in the challenge have until September 28 to register. All those who register will be selected six winning projects that will receive a prize of 120,000 euros. 30,000 euros for the three winning startups and 90,000 euros for the three best scale-ups. Additionally, they will have access to Santander X 100, and the possibility of presenting your project to Forgepoint Capital and Banco Santander’s cybersecurity team.

This financial entity headed by Ana Botín has various initiatives and programs to help people improve their career prospects. Through Santander Banco Santander supports those who manage their own businesses and small businesses to create opportunities, consolidation and growth. Besides that, offers special training to new companies and connect them with the resources they need to grow, prosper, and implement solutions to today’s major societal challenges. With a commitment to supporting education, employment and entrepreneurship, this entity has allocated more than 2.2 billion euros and has supported more than one million people and companies.

“Helping entrepreneurs overcome global challenges, providing innovative solutions, and driving the adoption of new and disruptive technologies is at the core of our work. Amid significant leaps in our technological capabilities, keeping the digital world secure and reliable is more important than ever,” he said said. Steve CleverleyCEO of Oxentia.