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Nobody beats the Wiz or Israel's cybersecurity startup ecosystem, which led the way to Israel's best capital raising quarter in years. Despite war and ongoing threats, investors came in with just under $3 billion in 110 total rounds. Most of that went into cybersecurity including the huge billion dollar round Wiz had. Even without that big round, the second quarter was the largest since the first quarter of 2022. There are obviously incredible challenges to overcome but it's clear the trend is a strong vote of confidence that the future will be much better and, hopefully, soon. The resilience will win through, on all levels. https://lnkd.in/escukrep

Cyera doubles valuation to $3B with $300M Series D, total funding hits $600M in seven months. The Israeli cybersecurity unicorn, which acquired Israeli startup Trail Security for $162 million last month, plans on growing its workforce from 400 to 600 employees by the end of 2025. "We aim to be the CrowdStrike of data security, with billions in revenue," said CEO Yotam Segev.

🚀🔐 𝐏𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐲𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 & 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡: 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝟏𝟎 𝐕𝐂 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞! As digital threats evolve, the cybersecurity and private tech sectors are at the forefront of protecting businesses and individuals alike. European venture capitalists play a critical role in supporting startups that innovate solutions to safeguard data, secure communications, and protect privacy. From advanced encryption technologies to AI-driven threat detection systems, these VC firms are backing companies that are building the future of security in the digital age. In 2023, VC investments in cybersecurity and private tech reached €6 billion, reflecting the increasing importance of securing digital environments. Explore our selection of 10 European VC firms driving innovations in cybersecurity and private tech! 🌟🔐 Index Ventures (UK) Balderton Capital (UK) Partech (France) Elaia (France) Speedinvest (Austria) Dawn Capital (UK) Seaya Ventures Careers (Spain) Northzone (Sweden) Highland Europe (UK) Accel (UK) These VC firms are not just investors; they are building the next generation of cybersecurity leaders, ensuring a safer, more private digital world! #Cybersecurity #PrivateTech #VC #InvestmentOpportunities #DataProtection #Privacy #Innovation #Startups #Europe #FutureofTech

French cybersecurity startup Filigran has raised $35 million in Series B funding, led by Insight Partners, with contributions from Accel and Moonfire, totaling $56 million since its launch. Filigran is redefining threat intelligence with an innovative extended threat management (XTM) portfolio that integrates OpenCTI and OpenBAS for proactive threat intelligence, adversary simulation, and crisis management. With this new funding, Filigran aims to expand operations into the U.S., Australia, Japan, and Singapore and accelerate the development of AI-powered features to enhance data structuring, reveal hidden insights, and automate complex cybersecurity processes. This latest investment follows a $16 million Series A and solidifies Filigran's position as a global player with strategic partnerships alongside giants like Google, CrowdStrike, and Palo Alto Networks. Source: SecurityWeek #filigran #investment #cybersecurity #startup #funding #threatintelligence https://lnkd.in/gQiSWHst

Cybersecurity firm Stream.Security secures $55 million in funding, led by U.S. Venture Partners, with participation from new investor Citi Ventures and existing backers such as Energy Impact Partners, Cervin Ventures, TLV Partners, and Glilot Capital Partners. The company's Cloud Twin technology offers real-time threat and exposure modeling for SecOps teams, helping them respond faster and more effectively to breaches, thus reducing false positives and enhancing security. The market demand for real-time cloud security solutions is highlighted by the fact that 82% of enterprises take over seven hours to respond to breaches, while attackers can move within three minutes. Stream.Security is the leading Cloud Detection & Response solution trusted by SecOps teams worldwide. With its innovative Cloud Twin technology, the company offers real-time cloud threat and exposure modeling, enabling faster and more efficient responses to breaches. By reducing false positives, improving response times, and enhancing security through visualization of the full attack storyline, Stream.Security addresses the market need for advanced cloud detection tools. As cyber threats continue to evolve, Stream.Security's real-time, cloud-native solutions are poised to close critical security gaps, ultimately driving global adoption of its innovative technology. Factacy.ai Congratulates and wishes them well. #innovation #management #digitalmarketing #technology #creativity #futurism #startups

🚀 Thriving Innovation: Israel's Tech Landscape in Q1 2024 🚀 The first quarter of 2024 has been phenomenal for the Israeli tech sector! We've witnessed a remarkable $1.6 billion raised across 105 rounds, showing a significant 10% increase from Q4 2023. This is a strong testament to the resilience and innovative spirit that fuels our tech community. 1. The cybersecurity sector led the charge with major fundraisings, including standout rounds for companies like Silverport and Axonius, underscoring our global leadership in cyber solutions. 2. Early-stage funding surged, with Seed and Series A rounds seeing a 48% increase, a clear signal of investor confidence in our emerging startups. 3. Despite regional tensions, foreign investment continued to rise, reflecting the enduring appeal of Israeli tech on the world stage. As we continue to navigate through challenges, these achievements reflect the dynamic capabilities and potential of our tech ecosystem. Looking forward to seeing more groundbreaking innovations as we move further into 2024! #IsraeliTech #Innovation #StartupFunding #TechTrends #Cybersecurity

Cyera is cybersecurity's first new unicorn in...quite a while. Investors made 30+ new cybersecurity unicorns in 2021 and 15 more in 2022. Financing details can be a little fuzzy, but highlights have been few and far between since then: – Perimeter 81 announced a Series B at $1 billion post-money on June 6, 2022 but was acquired just over a year later at half the valuation. – Vanta announced its Series B round at a $1.5 billion pre-money valuation on June 8, 2022. – Keyfactor disclosed a $1.3 billion valuation after a private equity growth round on October 24, 2023. We've had ~20 other cybersecurity companies raise rounds at $1B+ valuations since then, but all by existing unicorns. Any way you slice it, we've had a long, long drought. So, what's the significance of this Cyera news? A lot of things, but mainly this: any new cybersecurity unicorn we see in the foreseeable future deserves it. Investors aren't handing out billion-dollar valuations like candy anymore. Series C and later deals have taken the biggest hit since 2021. We'll see fewer new unicorns for a while, but the companies who reach this milestone will be legit.

Is a shake-up in Cybersecurity inevitable? So many companies are battling one another for market share that it appears yes. Thank you Maria Heeter, Cory Weinberg, and The Information for always crushing it.. 🚀 Cybersecurity Startups Navigating Tough Waters: Valuation Cuts & Sales Pressures 🔒 Situation Overview: Despite a surge in #cyberattacks and record #cybersecurity spending, a saturated market faces a shakeout. #Startups compete with giants like Microsoft and Palo Alto Networks, leading to challenging funding environments. 💡 Examples of Market Challenges: Noname Security, after raising $135 million in 2021 at a $1 billion valuation, might see a significant valuation drop despite increasing its annual recurring revenue (ARR) from $3 million to $40 million. Tanium and Snyk, both heavily invested in, have faced valuation markdowns by major investors like Fidelity Investments and T. Rowe Price. 📈 Market Dynamics: #VC #investment in cybersecurity #startups hit $48 billion in 2021-2022. As of 2022, the U.S. had 48 privately held cybersecurity firms valued at over $1 billion. However, the surge has led to “overfunding” and market saturation, complicating customer choices. 🛑 Challenges for Startups: Many startups focus on niche products, struggling against larger firms offering comprehensive software suites. Intense competition has led to customer loss for some, like Cybereason, which saw a valuation drop from $2.5 billion to $600 million. 🤝 M&A and Funding Outlook: Market conditions are ripe for #mergersandacquisitions, with buyers eyeing bargains in 2024. Cybersecurity startups with high operational costs face increased pressure to secure funding or consider sales. 🔮 Looking Ahead: Cybersecurity startups must navigate valuation cuts, funding challenges, and the possibility of M&A activities. The sector’s dynamics underscore the importance of strategic agility and market adaptation. #Cybersecurity #StartupChallenges #VentureCapital #MarketDynamics #TechTrends #BusinessStrategy #MergersAndAcquisitions #Fintech #Innovation #security #enterprise #venturecapital https://lnkd.in/e8G7vZUg

Good morning from sunny Silicon Valley! Despite overall market stagnation, startups are defying the odds and securing more $100M+ funding rounds this year compared to last. From biotech to cybersecurity, megadeals are booming across several diverse sectors. Contrary to expectations, AI startups aren't dominating these large rounds. Biotech, healthcare, and cybersecurity are in the lead. Recent months have seen an impressive acceleration in large deal activity. As investors reallocate funds from other late-stage growth deals, the surge in megadeals highlights their willingness to bet big on high-potential companies. It's clear that the venture landscape is constantly evolving rapidly, so let's keep an eye on these developments. Check out this Crunchbase article for more insights - https://lnkd.in/giupCSnV #mergersandacquisitions #vc #techlaw #innovation #cybersecurity #megadeals #foleyforward #garage2global Foley & Lardner LLP

This is an interesting analysis not to mention a promising one for companies in the Cybersecurity space. Makes me feel even more confident about the prospects of CyberSift and Bleach Cyber, two forward looking scale-ups where he have a stake! No pressure, guys! It will also be interesting to see what Google do with the $23B they were proposing to pay to acquire Wiz. Imagine they will look around for new opportunities in the space. #Cybersecurity #TechAnalysis #StartupSuccess #ScaleUps #TechInvesting #MergersAndAcquisitions #TechOpportunities #FutureOfCybersecurity #InnovationInTech