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Okta Announces Startup Challenge to Build New Identity Security Applications<\/b><\/p>\n

SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE<\/a>)–
\nOkta, a leading identity and access management company, today announced the 2nd annual Okta Startup Challenge. The challenge invites early stage startups, incorporated in the US, that are building applications using identity, privacy, and security enabled workflows to showcase their innovations.\n<\/p>\n

\nStartups in the Okta Startup Challenge<\/a> will be evaluated on business potential, innovation, and the utilization of identity enabled workflows in their product. Three finalists will pitch to a live audience at Oktane25<\/a> which takes place from September 24-26, 2025 in Las Vegas. The winner of the challenge may receive up to a $500,000 investment from Okta and access to a global network of identity management experts and venture capitalists and the opportunity to ring the Nasdaq opening bell in New York.\n<\/p>\n

\n“Okta\u2019s platform empowers startups to build identity-enabled applications that simplify security and accelerate innovation. With Okta\u2019s robust tools, startups can focus on creating new products and solutions without worrying about the complexities of managing identity infrastructure. At Okta, we\u2019re committed to driving what\u2019s next\u2014constantly evolving and pushing the boundaries of what\u2019s possible. The Okta Startup Challenge is an exciting opportunity for startups to showcase their creativity and vision while building the future of identity management,\u201d Austin Arensberg, Senior Director, Okta Ventures said.\n<\/p>\n

\nSaaS startups and enterprises are already innovating in the Okta Identity Cloud, leveraging its global network where thousands of organizations are securely managing identity with ease, flexibility, and reliability while helping their customers establish seamless user experiences, enhance cybersecurity measures, integrate authentication mechanisms, and more.\n<\/p>\n

\nOkta\u2019s platform provides many capabilities for startups\u2013including secure identity management, flexible authentication, adaptive access policies, and seamless integration with a variety of applications\u2013to help build differentiated applications, faster. Additionally, startups can leverage integrations with a broad range of technology partners in the Okta ecosystem.\n<\/p>\n

\nLearn more about the 2025 Okta Startup Challenge here: https:\/\/www.okta.com\/okta-startup-challenge\/<\/a><\/p>\n

\nSee the results from the 2024 Okta Startup Challenge here: https:\/\/www.okta.com\/blog\/2024\/12\/okta-saas-startup-competition-2024-results-showcasing-innovation-in-identity-driven\/<\/a><\/p>\n

\nSee the video highlights from the 2024 Okta Startup Challenge here: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=sSjQjsabt9w&list=PLIid085fSVdtAbEeTEHgzRtRJ5CXPUm6W<\/a><\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.okta.com\/okta-startup-challenge\/
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NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open only to United States C Corps or LLCs legally permitted to enter. Submission period ends June 30, 2025; finalist selection will occur on or around July 15, 2025; winner selection will occur September 25, 2025. For Official Rules, see https:\/\/www.okta.com\/okta-startup-challenge-official-rules\/<\/a><\/p>\n

About Okta<\/b><\/p>\n

\nOkta, Inc. is The World\u2019s Identity Company\u2122. We secure Identity, so everyone is free to safely use any technology. Our customer and workforce solutions empower businesses and developers to use the power of Identity to drive security, efficiencies, and success \u2014 all while protecting their users, employees, and partners. Learn why the world\u2019s leading brands trust Okta for authentication, authorization, and more at okta.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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\nAustin Arensberg
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Okta Announces Startup Challenge to Build New Identity Security Applications SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Okta, a leading identity and access management company, today announced the 2nd annual Okta Startup Challenge. The challenge invites early stage startups, incorporated in the US, that are building applications using identity, privacy, and security enabled workflows to showcase their innovations. Startups in the Okta Startup Challenge will be evaluated on business potential, innovation, and the utilization of identity enabled workflows in their product. Three finalists will pitch to a live audience at Oktane25 which takes place from September 24-26, 2025 in Las Vegas. The winner of the challenge may receive up to a $500,000 investment from Okta and access to a global network of identity management … <\/p>\n

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