CyTaka

What CyTaka does

CyTaka, operated by Globus Research and Development Ltd. (UK-registered, with operational ties to Tel Aviv), is a cybersecurity training and competition platform that combines Capture The Flag (CTF) methodology with a mobile application, downloadable challenge kits, and an in-app virtual currency system (CT Coins). Its product surface spans the World Cyber Championship, an international in-person competition series with prize pools reaching $1,000,000 for first place; CyTaka Hack, a virtual online CTF platform; CyTaka Cloud, an encrypted data storage and private communications service; a tiered Training Program; and downloadable Cyber Kits ranging from free intro kits to $19-$29 paid tiers, with institutional bulk orders available in minimum quantities of 1,000 packages.

The platform is served through three primary go-to-market motions: a self-serve product-led growth channel via iOS and Google Play mobile app downloads; an event-driven channel using live championships in Dubai, New York, Las Vegas, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, and Davos as demand generation and brand-building surfaces; and an enterprise field sales channel for institutional training deployments with a 1,000-package minimum. Revenue mechanics are diversified across one-time kit licenses ($19-$29), in-app subscriptions for professional-level access, virtual currency conversion (capped at $50-$700/month per user), event prize sponsorship and media rights, and a planned subscription or usage-based model for CyTaka Cloud. The company has assembled an advisory board of former senior Israeli intelligence officials (including former Mossad Director Danny Yatom and former Israel National Cyber Directorate DG Yigal Unna) and UK parliamentarians, and explicitly anchors its international positioning in the Abraham Accords diplomatic framework, with events endorsed by the UAE Head of Cybersecurity.

CyTaka claims a community of 250,000+ cyber programmers and experts and 50,000+ mobile app downloads, but no revenue, funding, headcount, or enterprise customer figures are publicly disclosed. The company is privately held with no recorded institutional investment or M&A activity, and operates without disclosed patents, certifications, or compliance audits beyond a UK AML/AB&C framework.

Name

CyTaka

Legal name

Globus Research and Development Ltd.

Website

https://cytaka.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

CyTaka is a privately held cybersecurity training and competition platform that runs the World Cyber Championship and CyTaka Hack CTF events, sells training kits and subscriptions via mobile app, and offers CyTaka Cloud encrypted storage, serving individual learners, educational institutions, and government-adjacent buyers globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cybersecurity Training and Competitions

NAICS

Computer Training (611420), Business Schools and Computer and Management Training (6114)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAFANAF

Cybersecurity Learning Platforms

Education/Education Technology (EdTech) & Digital Learning/STEM & Coding Learning Platforms (Robotics, Maker, Computer Science)

SECONDARYEDAOAIAH

Penetration Testing, Red Team & Ethical Hacking

Education/Vocational, Technical & Trade Education/IT, Networking & Cybersecurity Certifications

SECONDARYEDAOAIAB

Cybersecurity (General)

Education/Vocational, Technical & Trade Education/IT, Networking & Cybersecurity Certifications

SECONDARYEDABAFAF

Cybersecurity Technical Skills (Security Engineering, SOC, Pen Testing)

Education/Corporate Training & Professional Development/Technical & IT Skills Training

SECONDARYBPAEANAF

Cybersecurity Training & Awareness Programs

Business & Public Services/IT & Digital Services (Managed Services, Systems Integration)/IT Training & Technical Enablement Services

Keywords

• Cybersecurity training
• Capture the flag
• Ethical hacking
• Cyber competitions
• Encrypted cloud storage

Headquarters

HQ city

Tel Aviv

HQ country

Israel

HQ region

Middle East

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Cyber Training Kits: Sale of cybersecurity training kits (CTF challenges) at various price points ($19 for Demo, $29 for Basic) targeting individual learners and educational institutions. Kits include practical exercises, tools, guides, and solutions for skill development.
2. World Cyber Championship: International cybersecurity competition generating revenue through prize pools ($1,000,000 first place prize, $100,000, $20,000, $17,000, $10,000, $3,000 for top winners), event sponsorship, and media rights.
3. In-App Purchases and Subscriptions: Free app with optional paid subscriptions for professional levels and expert training services. Virtual currency system (CT Coins) convertible to standard currency with minimum $50 and maximum $700/month conversion limits.
4. Institutional Training Packages: Bulk institutional packages for teams, teachers, and instructors with minimum orders of 1000 packages for corporate and educational deployments.
5. CyTaka Cloud (Encrypted Storage): Planned encrypted data storage and private communications service for individuals, organizations, and government entities, following a subscription or usage-based model.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

CyTaka operates a cybersecurity training and competition platform that enables programmers, ethical hackers, and cybersecurity professionals to develop and prove their cyber and information security skills through Capture The Flag (CTF) challenges, virtual competitions, and international championship events. The platform is delivered through a mobile application (iOS and Android), structured training programs with tiered subscriptions, downloadable cyber kits, and a premium encrypted cloud storage service. The flagship offering is the World Cyber Championship, a global competition featuring prize pools up to $1,000,000.

Product overview

CyTaka operates a multi-product cybersecurity platform centered on competitive events and training. The core offerings include the World Cyber Championship (WCC) for international in-person competitions and CyTaka Hack for virtual online CTF challenges, both offering substantial prize pools. Supporting these are the CyTaka Cloud encrypted data storage service, a structured Training Program with subscription tiers, and downloadable Cyber Kits for hands-on skill development. The company also maintains a Community platform for networking and hosts regional championships like the America 250 Freedom Cyber & AI Championship. All offerings are accessible through the CyTaka Mobile App, which gamifies learning with CTF challenges, trivia, and a points/currency system.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• World Cyber Championship (WCC) International cybersecurity competition that unites programmers, ethical hackers, and cybersecurity experts from around the globe through advanced Capture The Flag (CTF) challenges. Features events in major cities worldwide with prize money up to $1,000,000 for first place.
• CyTaka Hack Virtual online cybersecurity competition platform offering CTF challenges with various difficulty levels from beginner to expert. Participants can win prizes and earn cash rewards for demonstrated skills.
• CyTaka Cloud Independent data center specializing in encrypted data storage and private communications with end-to-end encryption. Provides secure infrastructure for individuals, organizations, and government entities with complete privacy.
• Training Program Cybersecurity training program with tiered pricing plans (Demo at $19, Basic at $29) offering access to professional-level content through the CyTaka App for skill development from beginner to expert levels. Includes institutional packages with minimum orders of 1000 units.
• Cyber Kits Downloadable CTF challenge kits for cybersecurity skill development ranging from beginner fundamentals to advanced levels. Includes challenges, training materials, guides, solutions, and sample code. Available for free download or purchase.
• CyTaka Mobile App Mobile application providing general cybersecurity information, trivia questions, CTF-style challenges, and virtual competition registration. Users earn in-app points (CT coins) and can convert to prizes or currency. Available on iOS App Store and Google Play.
• America 250 Freedom Cyber & AI Championship Special national cybersecurity and AI championship for American cybersecurity professionals honoring the 250th Anniversary of the United States. Features cybersecurity challenges, AI missions, ethical hacking competitions, and real-world security scenarios.

Quantifiable outcome

• Top competitors advance to work at leading technology companies including Amazon, Microsoft, IBM, and Palo Alto Networks
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature4 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Pluralsight: Large-scale technology and cybersecurity skills training platform with subscription content and skill assessments — competes with CyTaka's training program at the broader professional development level, though not specialized to CTF/competitive cyber.
• SANS Institute: Established global cybersecurity training and certification organization offering courses, GIAC certifications, and NetWars CTF-style challenges — a broader incumbent serving the same enterprise training buyer that CyTaka's institutional packages target.

Direct peers

• Hack The Box: Leading CTF and offensive-security training platform with labs, challenges, and competitive ranking — directly comparable to CyTaka Hack and the CTF challenge methodology underpinning the WCC.
• TryHackMe: Online cybersecurity training platform offering guided CTF-style rooms, learning paths, and a freemium subscription model for individual skill development — directly overlapping with CyTaka's CTF training kits, mobile app, and gamified progression.
• Cybrary: Subscription-based cybersecurity and IT training platform with hands-on labs and certification prep — overlapping with CyTaka's individual-learner training tier and institutional deployment motion.
• OffSec (Offensive Security): Provider of hands-on penetration testing training (OSCP) and CTF-based learning experiences targeting the same ethical hacker / penetration tester segment that CyTaka's competitive championships and training programs address.

Emerging players

• RangeForce: Cloud-based cyber skills development platform for enterprise security teams with realistic attack scenarios — comparable to CyTaka's institutional training deployments and CTF-based approach for corporate buyers.
• Immersive Labs: Enterprise-focused cyber resilience platform combining hands-on labs, crisis simulations, and benchmarking — relevant as an emerging enterprise alternative for the corporate training buyer that CyTaka's institutional packages address.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/cytaka_official
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@CyTaka_official
• Facebookfacebook.com/CyTakaOfficial
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cytaka
• Instagraminstagram.com/cytaka_official

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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