From Cyber Shields to Drone Thrills: Mikko Hyppönen’s Bold Leap into Warfare Tech
Mikko Hyppönen, a cybersecurity legend, is swapping bytes for drones, moving from F-Secure to Sensofusion. Inspired by the war in Ukraine, he’s diving into anti-drone tech, tackling security challenges from the skies. At 55, he’s trading cyber battles for drone wars, proving it’s never too late to chase new targets.
Hot Take:
Mikko Hyppönen is trading in his computer mouse for a joystick, moving from battling cybercriminals to taking down drones. From defending against code-based threats to preventing the rise of killer robots, he’s proving that even cybersecurity legends can get itchy feet—or should we say, itchy propellers?
Key Points:
- Hyppönen is transitioning from cybersecurity to anti-drone technology.
- He will join Sensofusion, known for its Airfence system that detects and disables drones.
- His interest in drones surged after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
- He compares the evolution of drone warfare to cybersecurity’s cat-and-mouse game.
- This move marks his last endeavor in cybersecurity before retirement.
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