Breaking the cybersecurity poverty line: How Stackbob is transforming enterprise IAM
Stackbob, a Ukraine-founded startup, is leveraging AI to transform Identity and Access Management (IAM) for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Their innovative platform aims to overcome the challenges that have historically made enterprise-grade IAM solutions too complex and expensive for smaller organizations, addressing what they call the "cybersecurity poverty line." The company won prizes at the IT Arena 2025 conference, highlighting its potential to disrupt the cybersecurity market. Stackbob's approach centers on AI agents to automate access and license management without relying on costly System for Cross-domain Identity Management (SCIM) API integrations. This streamlined method drastically reduces implementation times from months to days, making robust IAM accessible to companies previously priced out. CEO Ole Shved, formerly part of a team that achieved a $100 million exit, co-founded Stackbob with a focus on addressing issues like the "API and SSO tax," which forces SMBs to upgrade every tool to enterprise plans for basic connectivity. This innovative approach targets the significant burden SMBs face in securing their digital assets, simplifying the process and reducing costs associated with traditional IAM systems. By providing a more accessible and efficient solution, Stackbob enables smaller companies to improve their cybersecurity posture. The implications extend beyond individual businesses, as it offers a more affordable and user-friendly way for SMBs to protect sensitive data and comply with regulations, fostering a more secure digital landscape.
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