Techstrong TV — Mon, Feb 23

Inside RSAC 2026 Innovation: How the Sandbox Is Shaping Cybersecurity’s Next $18 Billion

Alan

Cecilia Marinier, vice president of innovation and scholars at RSAC, previews the 21st annual Innovation Sandbox Contest and the broader innovation programming set to take over Moscone South. With more than $18.1 billion in follow-on investment raised by past finalists and over 100 acquisitions, the Innovation Sandbox has become a launchpad for cybersecurity’s next generation of market leaders. Marinier breaks down this year’s AI-heavy finalists, the $5 million investment backing from Crosspoint, expanded early-stage programming and the return of Security Scholars as RSAC doubles down on cultivating both startups and future industry talent.