Bugcrowd 2018 MVP Researcher Wrap Up

Bugcrowd's MVP program recognizes consistent and high-quality contributions from its researchers, with 122 Researchers qualifying for MVP status in 2018, earning over $3.5 million in rewards. The 2018 program saw a significant increase in submissions, with 32% more rewarded, and a 25% increase to the average reward. To qualify, researchers must maintain an average submission acceptance rate of at least 80%, submit at least 10 qualifying non-duplicate submissions, and meet other criteria. The program is designed to recognize excellence among its crowd, with yearly qualification open to all researchers. In 2018, 26% of researchers received their third MVP award, while 48% received it for the first time. Bugcrowd will review the program annually, making changes to better recognize researcher work, including increasing the qualifying submission threshold and moving to a quarterly incentive structure.