Bloomington, Indiana Patent of the Year – 2024/2025
Second Sight Data Discovery Inc. has been awarded the 2024/2025 Patent of the Year for its innovative approach to identifying single points of failure in digital systems. Their invention, detailed in U.S. Patent No. 12056001, titled ‘Apparatus and method for identifying single points of failure’, employs machine learning to analyze digital resource dependencies and proactively detect vulnerabilities.
The patented system maps out how various digital resources – such as software components and network elements – interact within a computing environment. By constructing dependency trees, the technology identifies common resources that, if compromised, could lead to system-wide failures. A machine learning model then assesses these critical points, recommending targeted risk mitigation strategies.
This advancement enables organizations to foresee and address potential failures before they occur, enhancing system resilience and reducing downtime. It’s particularly valuable for sectors where reliability is paramount, such as finance, healthcare, and critical infrastructure.
Second Sight Data Discovery’s achievement marks a significant step forward in cybersecurity, offering a proactive tool to strengthen digital infrastructure.