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Unit 221 B Appoints Ben April As Chief Technology Officer

PRIVATEJul 31, 20269 days ago

Position

Chief Technology Officer

Company

Unit 221B

Ben April
New YorkInformation TechnologySoftwareArtificial IntelligenceConsultinginformation technology & services

Description

Unit 221B announces the appointment of Ben April as Chief Technology Officer. April joins at a critical time as the company expands its leadership team and accelerates product development to address the growing demand for cybercrime intelligence solutions.

Company Information

Company

Unit 221B

Location

New York, New York, United States

About

Unit 221B is a startup founded by former government operatives focused on combating teenage hackers with AI-driven solutions. Their flagship eWitness platform monitors and analyzes online behaviors of hacking collectives to provide real-time insights into emerging threats. Utilizing intelligence methodologies adapted for the private sector, they aim to disrupt cybercriminal activities before they escalate. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 companies and law enforcement agencies.

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