Vivek's passion for solving nuanced, bleeding-edge problems in cybersecurity led him to found SquareX, a browser-native security product that addresses client-side web attacks. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity, community engagement, and leveraging one’s expertise to create scalable solutions. Additionally, Vivek delves into the challenges and lessons of entrepreneurship, stressing the significance of realistic goals, understanding market needs, and networking with advisors and peers to build successful ventures.

On the personal front, Vivek values balancing work with family and creative pursuits, such as writing a comic book series to inspire young minds about ethical hacking. He advises entrepreneurs to focus on solving real problems, building meaningful relationships, and continuously learning from customer feedback and market trends.

Events and Conferences

• Black Hat
• Defcon
• BruCON
• NullCon

Books

• Founders at Work by Jessica Livingston
• Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki
• Superfans

Technologies and Platforms

• Kali Linux
• Metasploit
• Qubes OS

Podcasts and Media

• 20VC by Harry Stebbings
• Joe Rogan Podcast