Join Our Caption Contest: Celebrate 20 Years of Cybersecurity Progress

Dark Reading is inviting security professionals and enthusiasts to take part in a caption contest that reflects on two decades of cybersecurity evolution. The competition, titled "Name That Toon: Mark of (Security) Progress," challenges participants to craft a witty, insightful caption for a cartoon that encapsulates the shifts, breakthroughs, and challenges that have defined the field since the early 2000s.

Submissions should capture the spirit of progress—be it the rise of ransomware, the maturation of zero‑day defenses, or the increasing focus on privacy regulation—while remaining clear and engaging. A panel of editors will review the entries, and the winning caption will receive a $20 gift card. The contest runs through [deadline], and entries can be submitted via the comment section on the Dark Reading website.

By encouraging a creative take on a serious topic, Dark Reading aims to spark conversation about how far the industry has come and what lessons can be drawn from past events. The cartoon itself highlights milestones such as the emergence of advanced persistent threats, the adoption of multi‑factor authentication, and the growing impact of AI‑driven attacks.

Participants are encouraged to keep their captions concise, relevant, and respectful, aligning with the publication’s standards for professional discourse. Winning entries will be featured in a forthcoming newsletter, offering exposure to a broad readership of security practitioners.