Index Ventures

Index Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 1996, with offices in London, San Francisco, and Geneva. The firm specializes in investing in high technology and life sciences, focusing on early-stage companies across various sectors including artificial intelligence, machine learning, fintech, healthcare, and entertainment. Index Ventures partners with innovative entrepreneurs who aim to transform their industries and has supported the growth of notable companies such as Adyen, Deliveroo, Dropbox, Farfetch, King, Slack, and Supercell. The firm's investment strategy typically involves allocating between $2 million to $20 million to promising ventures, primarily in Europe and the United States.

Nina Achadjian

Partner & Investor

Molly Alter

Principal

Julia Andre

Partner & Investor

Damir Becirovic

Partner & Investor

Dino Becirovic

Principal

Bernard Dalle

Partner

Sofia Dolfe

Partner

Paula Garcia Domingo

Partner & Investor

Juriaan Duizendstraal

Partner & Investor

Mark Fiorentino

Partner & Investor

Giacomo Genzini

Partner & Investors

Mark Goldberg

Partner & Investor

Carlos Gonzalez-Cadenas

Partner & Investor

Jan Hammer

Partner

Bastian Hasslinger

Partner & Investor

Ari Helgason

Principal

Paris Heymann

Partner

Ben Holmes

General Partner

Pascal Jouin

Director of Investor Relations

Jack Kleeman

Partner

Adrianna C. Ma

Operating Partner

Martin Mignot

Partner & Investor

Bryan Offutt

Partner & Investor

Erin Price-Wright

Principal

Gerald Rimer

Team Member

Neil Rimer

Co-Founder & Investor

Danny Rimer

Partner

Daniel H. Rimer

Partner & Investor

Susana Rojas

Partner & Investor

Jahanvi Sardana

Partner & Investor

Hannah Seal

Partner & Investor

Shardul Shah

Partner & Investor

Georgia Stevenson

Partner & Investor

Nunu Tadesse

Director, Finance

Ishani Thakur

Partner & investor

Kelly Toole

Principal

Dominique Vidal

Venture Partner

Michelangelo A. Volpi

Partner & Investor

Mike Volpi

Partner

Katharina Wilhelm

Partner & Investor

Rex Woodbury

Principal

Cat Wu

Partner

Giuseppe P. Zocco

Co-Founder

Past deals in Cyber Security

Footprint

Seed Round in 2022
Footprint is an identity verification platform developer. Footprint enables companies to create a shared knowledge database of bad actors. In Footprint, they offer five lines of code, kyc, and personal identifiable information vaulting.

Cloaked

Seed Round in 2022
Developer of privacy software designed to create unlimited identities and privacy protection for online and travel. The company's platform gives users access to the online platforms they want without the need to give out their personal information like personal emails, phone numbers, and addresses and gives the users active control over how they participate in the digital environment, enabling users to eliminate the pressure to share personal info online and in-person.

Dazz

Series A in 2021
Dazz is a cloud security repair service that takes a unique approach to cybersecurity.

Fireblocks

Series E in 2021
Fireblocks Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in blockchain-based security solutions for managing digital assets. Founded in 2018, it offers a platform that safeguards the transmission of digital assets among exchanges, counter brokers, hot wallets, and cold storage. The company primarily serves financial institutions, providing a secure method for moving funds efficiently and safely. In addition to its headquarters in New York, Fireblocks has a presence in Tel Aviv, Israel.

Stytch

Series B in 2021
Stytch is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2020. It specializes in passwordless authentication solutions designed to enhance both security and user experience for modern applications. Stytch offers a developer platform that enables teams to implement various authentication methods, including one-time passcodes, magic links, and PINs. These features support seamless user onboarding and engagement while prioritizing security. By streamlining the authentication process, Stytch aims to help businesses create user experiences that are both secure and enjoyable.

Expel

Series E in 2021
Expel, Inc. is a managed security software company that specializes in providing SOC-as-a-service, which includes security monitoring and response for cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments. Founded in 2016 and based in Herndon, Virginia, Expel leverages existing security signals from its customers to enhance the value of their current security investments. By connecting to customer technology remotely via APIs rather than agents, Expel can initiate monitoring within hours, allowing internal teams to concentrate on their unique security priorities. The company aims to streamline and improve the security operations of organizations, enabling them to respond effectively to emerging threats.

Resistant AI

Series A in 2021
Resistant AI protects the machine learning system from adversarial manipulation and advanced fraud. We believe that responsible and systematic adoption of machine learning techniques can profoundly improve our lives. Our mission is to accompany our customers on this way and to ensure that the risks related to machine learning and AI adoption are responsibly detected, managed and resolved.

Wiz

Series C in 2021
Wiz, Inc. is a cloud security company that designs and develops a comprehensive platform to help enterprises secure their cloud infrastructure. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with an additional office in Tel Aviv, Israel, Wiz provides organizations with real-time visibility into their cloud environments. The platform enables businesses to assess risks, identify vulnerabilities, manage identities and privileges, and detect misconfigurations across various cloud services, containers, and workloads. By offering insights without the need for agents or sidecars, Wiz empowers enterprises to effectively manage their security posture and protect sensitive information.

Monad

Series A in 2021
Monad makes security data easy and accessible for DevOps and cloud engineering teams. Monad builds infrastructure to unite security data silos in your organization; normalize, transform, and enrich their data; and enable teams to build effective security and compliance workflows on the fly.

Stytch

Series A in 2021
Stytch is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2020. It specializes in passwordless authentication solutions designed to enhance both security and user experience for modern applications. Stytch offers a developer platform that enables teams to implement various authentication methods, including one-time passcodes, magic links, and PINs. These features support seamless user onboarding and engagement while prioritizing security. By streamlining the authentication process, Stytch aims to help businesses create user experiences that are both secure and enjoyable.

AttackIQ

Series C in 2021
AttackIQ, Inc., a cybersecurity company, provides a live remote testing platform that offers the data to protect, detect, and respond to cyber security threats worldwide. It offers AttackIQ, a platform that help organizations to test their security controls against adversary techniques, tactics, and procedures. The company’s platform also integrates into existing networks, delivering visibility into the security program to uncover gaps in coverage, identify misconfigurations, and quickly prioritize remediation efforts; and enables users to identify how individual assets in the security program respond to specific attacks. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in San Diego, California with regional offices in Sydney and Melbourne, Australia.

SafetyCulture

Series D in 2021
SafetyCulture Pty Ltd, based in Sydney, Australia, specializes in mobile applications that enhance workplace safety and quality management across various industries, including construction, hospitality, and manufacturing. Founded in 1999 and originally known as Wades Business Solutions Pty Ltd, the company rebranded in 2010. Its flagship application, SafetyCulture iAuditor, launched in 2012, facilitates real-time audits and identifies potential hazards, processing over 300 million audit responses annually. The company also offers Spotlight, a tool that enables collaborative reporting of incidents, hazards, and near-misses. SafetyCulture aims to empower workers to prioritize safety and quality, supporting notable organizations such as Coles and Coca-Cola. The company has expanded its reach with additional offices in Kansas City, Manchester, and Townsville and partners with major tech firms to ensure its solutions are accessible across various mobile devices.

Wiz

Series B in 2021
Wiz, Inc. is a cloud security company that designs and develops a comprehensive platform to help enterprises secure their cloud infrastructure. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with an additional office in Tel Aviv, Israel, Wiz provides organizations with real-time visibility into their cloud environments. The platform enables businesses to assess risks, identify vulnerabilities, manage identities and privileges, and detect misconfigurations across various cloud services, containers, and workloads. By offering insights without the need for agents or sidecars, Wiz empowers enterprises to effectively manage their security posture and protect sensitive information.

Coalition

Series D in 2021
Coalition, Inc. specializes in providing insurance coverage and risk management tools specifically designed to address cyber risk. Founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, the company caters to a diverse range of industries, including healthcare, retail, technology, real estate, non-profits, and cryptocurrency. Coalition offers up to $15 million in cyber and technology insurance coverage across the United States and $20 million in Canada. In addition to insurance, Coalition combines proactive cybersecurity measures with its offerings, featuring a cyber risk management platform that delivers automated security alerts, threat intelligence, and expert guidance. This comprehensive approach aims to help businesses effectively manage and mitigate the risks associated with cyber threats.

Stytch

Seed Round in 2021
Stytch is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2020. It specializes in passwordless authentication solutions designed to enhance both security and user experience for modern applications. Stytch offers a developer platform that enables teams to implement various authentication methods, including one-time passcodes, magic links, and PINs. These features support seamless user onboarding and engagement while prioritizing security. By streamlining the authentication process, Stytch aims to help businesses create user experiences that are both secure and enjoyable.

Wiz

Series A in 2020
Wiz, Inc. is a cloud security company that designs and develops a comprehensive platform to help enterprises secure their cloud infrastructure. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with an additional office in Tel Aviv, Israel, Wiz provides organizations with real-time visibility into their cloud environments. The platform enables businesses to assess risks, identify vulnerabilities, manage identities and privileges, and detect misconfigurations across various cloud services, containers, and workloads. By offering insights without the need for agents or sidecars, Wiz empowers enterprises to effectively manage their security posture and protect sensitive information.

SafetyCulture

Series C in 2020
SafetyCulture Pty Ltd, based in Sydney, Australia, specializes in mobile applications that enhance workplace safety and quality management across various industries, including construction, hospitality, and manufacturing. Founded in 1999 and originally known as Wades Business Solutions Pty Ltd, the company rebranded in 2010. Its flagship application, SafetyCulture iAuditor, launched in 2012, facilitates real-time audits and identifies potential hazards, processing over 300 million audit responses annually. The company also offers Spotlight, a tool that enables collaborative reporting of incidents, hazards, and near-misses. SafetyCulture aims to empower workers to prioritize safety and quality, supporting notable organizations such as Coles and Coca-Cola. The company has expanded its reach with additional offices in Kansas City, Manchester, and Townsville and partners with major tech firms to ensure its solutions are accessible across various mobile devices.

Transcend

Series A in 2020
Transcend, Inc. develops a privacy toolkit that allows the companies to manage personal data of their customers. Its products include Data Privacy Infrastructure that automatically fulfills access and erasure requests across every data system and every vendor; Consent management that replaces cookie banners and consent pop-ups with smart quarantining; and Privacy Center that allows users to manage privacy preferences. It also provides an infrastructure to manage personal data and the interface for consumers to make choices as to how their personal data gets used. The company was incorporated in 2017 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Evervault

Series A in 2020
Evervault Ltd. is a company that specializes in privacy-preserving cloud infrastructure. Established in 2017 and based in Dublin, Ireland, Evervault provides a solution that enables users to encrypt data at its source and process it in a secure environment known as a Cage. This approach ensures that information remains encrypted at all times and is never stored in an unencrypted format. By deploying applications within hardware-secured cages, Evervault prioritizes data security and privacy, offering a reliable option for businesses that require stringent protection of sensitive information.

Expel

Series D in 2020
Expel, Inc. is a managed security software company that specializes in providing SOC-as-a-service, which includes security monitoring and response for cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments. Founded in 2016 and based in Herndon, Virginia, Expel leverages existing security signals from its customers to enhance the value of their current security investments. By connecting to customer technology remotely via APIs rather than agents, Expel can initiate monitoring within hours, allowing internal teams to concentrate on their unique security priorities. The company aims to streamline and improve the security operations of organizations, enabling them to respond effectively to emerging threats.

Resistant AI

Seed Round in 2020
Resistant AI protects the machine learning system from adversarial manipulation and advanced fraud. We believe that responsible and systematic adoption of machine learning techniques can profoundly improve our lives. Our mission is to accompany our customers on this way and to ensure that the risks related to machine learning and AI adoption are responsibly detected, managed and resolved.

SafetyCulture

Series C in 2020
SafetyCulture Pty Ltd, based in Sydney, Australia, specializes in mobile applications that enhance workplace safety and quality management across various industries, including construction, hospitality, and manufacturing. Founded in 1999 and originally known as Wades Business Solutions Pty Ltd, the company rebranded in 2010. Its flagship application, SafetyCulture iAuditor, launched in 2012, facilitates real-time audits and identifies potential hazards, processing over 300 million audit responses annually. The company also offers Spotlight, a tool that enables collaborative reporting of incidents, hazards, and near-misses. SafetyCulture aims to empower workers to prioritize safety and quality, supporting notable organizations such as Coles and Coca-Cola. The company has expanded its reach with additional offices in Kansas City, Manchester, and Townsville and partners with major tech firms to ensure its solutions are accessible across various mobile devices.

Tines

Series A in 2019
Tines Security Services Ltd. is a Dublin-based company that specializes in developing a cyber security automation platform. Established in 2018, Tines provides both cloud-based and on-premise solutions designed to automate workflow processes within security operations. The platform enables security teams to streamline various tasks by offering tools for workflow automation, API auto-completion, and crowd-sourced response mechanisms. Security analysts can create tailored automation stories to address complex workflows, thus enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in security management.

Expel

Series C in 2019
Expel, Inc. is a managed security software company that specializes in providing SOC-as-a-service, which includes security monitoring and response for cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments. Founded in 2016 and based in Herndon, Virginia, Expel leverages existing security signals from its customers to enhance the value of their current security investments. By connecting to customer technology remotely via APIs rather than agents, Expel can initiate monitoring within hours, allowing internal teams to concentrate on their unique security priorities. The company aims to streamline and improve the security operations of organizations, enabling them to respond effectively to emerging threats.

AttackIQ

Series B in 2019
AttackIQ, Inc., a cybersecurity company, provides a live remote testing platform that offers the data to protect, detect, and respond to cyber security threats worldwide. It offers AttackIQ, a platform that help organizations to test their security controls against adversary techniques, tactics, and procedures. The company’s platform also integrates into existing networks, delivering visibility into the security program to uncover gaps in coverage, identify misconfigurations, and quickly prioritize remediation efforts; and enables users to identify how individual assets in the security program respond to specific attacks. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in San Diego, California with regional offices in Sydney and Melbourne, Australia.

Castle

Series A in 2019
Castle provides advanced fraud detection and prevention solutions tailored for online businesses of all sizes. By offering technology that was once exclusive to banks and large financial institutions, Castle enables various customer-facing applications—including e-commerce platforms, mobile apps, and cryptocurrency services—to safeguard user accounts against unauthorized access. The company's APIs facilitate account hijack protection by monitoring user behavior through device fingerprinting, keystroke analysis, browsing history, and numerous other indicators. In the event of suspicious activity, both administrators and account owners receive immediate alerts, empowering them to respond swiftly and effectively to potential threats.

Signal Sciences

Series C in 2019
Signal Sciences Corporation develops a software as a service platform to provide security for user's web applications. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Venice, California. As of October 1, 2020, Signal Sciences Corporation operates as a subsidiary of Fastly, Inc.

SafetyCulture

Series C in 2018
SafetyCulture Pty Ltd, based in Sydney, Australia, specializes in mobile applications that enhance workplace safety and quality management across various industries, including construction, hospitality, and manufacturing. Founded in 1999 and originally known as Wades Business Solutions Pty Ltd, the company rebranded in 2010. Its flagship application, SafetyCulture iAuditor, launched in 2012, facilitates real-time audits and identifies potential hazards, processing over 300 million audit responses annually. The company also offers Spotlight, a tool that enables collaborative reporting of incidents, hazards, and near-misses. SafetyCulture aims to empower workers to prioritize safety and quality, supporting notable organizations such as Coles and Coca-Cola. The company has expanded its reach with additional offices in Kansas City, Manchester, and Townsville and partners with major tech firms to ensure its solutions are accessible across various mobile devices.

Gremlin

Series A in 2017
Downtime is expensive and damages customer trust. Gremlin’s Failure as a Service finds weaknesses in your system before they cause problems. Gremlin provides you the framework to safely, securely, and easily simulate real outages with an ever-growing library of attacks. Turn failure into resilience.

Duo Security

Series D in 2017
Duo Security provides a cloud-based access protection solution for companies and organizations worldwide. Clients use its solution for adaptive authentication, BYOD (bring your own device) security, cloud security, endpoint security, mobile security, and two-factor authentication. Duo Security also offers Duo Managed Service Provider (MSP), a program that provides MSPs with tools to protect their customers from data breaches. Clients can deploy its technology to protect users, data, and applications from breaches, credential theft, and account takeover. Duo Security serves education, financial services, healthcare, legal, retail, and technology industries. Dug Song and Jonathan Oberheide founded Duo Security in 2009, with its headquarters in Ann Arbor in Michigan and offices in San Mateo in California, Austin in Texas, and London in England.

Signal Sciences

Series B in 2017
Signal Sciences Corporation develops a software as a service platform to provide security for user's web applications. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Venice, California. As of October 1, 2020, Signal Sciences Corporation operates as a subsidiary of Fastly, Inc.

AttackIQ

Series A in 2016
AttackIQ, Inc., a cybersecurity company, provides a live remote testing platform that offers the data to protect, detect, and respond to cyber security threats worldwide. It offers AttackIQ, a platform that help organizations to test their security controls against adversary techniques, tactics, and procedures. The company’s platform also integrates into existing networks, delivering visibility into the security program to uncover gaps in coverage, identify misconfigurations, and quickly prioritize remediation efforts; and enables users to identify how individual assets in the security program respond to specific attacks. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in San Diego, California with regional offices in Sydney and Melbourne, Australia.

SafetyCulture

Series B in 2016
SafetyCulture Pty Ltd, based in Sydney, Australia, specializes in mobile applications that enhance workplace safety and quality management across various industries, including construction, hospitality, and manufacturing. Founded in 1999 and originally known as Wades Business Solutions Pty Ltd, the company rebranded in 2010. Its flagship application, SafetyCulture iAuditor, launched in 2012, facilitates real-time audits and identifies potential hazards, processing over 300 million audit responses annually. The company also offers Spotlight, a tool that enables collaborative reporting of incidents, hazards, and near-misses. SafetyCulture aims to empower workers to prioritize safety and quality, supporting notable organizations such as Coles and Coca-Cola. The company has expanded its reach with additional offices in Kansas City, Manchester, and Townsville and partners with major tech firms to ensure its solutions are accessible across various mobile devices.

Skyport Systems

Series C in 2016
Skyport Systems specializes in developing Hyper-Secured Infrastructure (HSI) designed to protect mission-critical IT and corporate assets. The company offers an integrated solution known as the SkySecure System, which combines engineered hardware, software, and service components into a single turn-key system. This platform ensures continuous protection and integrity verification for application workloads, consolidating compute, virtualization, networking, and storage without compromising security or performance. By simplifying and securing enterprise IT infrastructure, Skyport Systems enables organizations to streamline operations, saving time and resources while empowering application owners with greater control over their infrastructure.

Signal Sciences

Series A in 2016
Signal Sciences Corporation develops a software as a service platform to provide security for user's web applications. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Venice, California. As of October 1, 2020, Signal Sciences Corporation operates as a subsidiary of Fastly, Inc.

SourceClear

Series A in 2015
SourceClear, Inc. develops security tools for software developers. It develops technologies to help software developers build safe and secure applications. It provides SourceClear online portal, where users can analyze the various issues identified by SourceClear; SourceClear Registry, a resource for users to explore SourceClear’s database of open-source libraries along with the list of vulnerabilities discovered and curated by SourceClear researchers; and SourceClear Scanning Agents such as command line interface and plugins for build and package managers. The company offers DevOps and Continuous Delivery, which creates feedback loop and learning, visualizing how code runs on our infrastrucuture, and maintaining a healthy balance of bleeding edge practices between operations and developers. The users can choose to use SourceClear on their desktop and/or with their continuous integration server. The company was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California with an additional office in Singapore. As of April 9, 2018, SourceClear, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Veracode, Inc.

Skyport Systems

Series B in 2015
Skyport Systems specializes in developing Hyper-Secured Infrastructure (HSI) designed to protect mission-critical IT and corporate assets. The company offers an integrated solution known as the SkySecure System, which combines engineered hardware, software, and service components into a single turn-key system. This platform ensures continuous protection and integrity verification for application workloads, consolidating compute, virtualization, networking, and storage without compromising security or performance. By simplifying and securing enterprise IT infrastructure, Skyport Systems enables organizations to streamline operations, saving time and resources while empowering application owners with greater control over their infrastructure.

Adallom

Series C in 2015
Adallom, founded in 2012 by cyber defense experts, operates as a cloud access security broker specializing in visibility, governance, and protection of cloud applications. The company provides a user-friendly platform available as a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) or on-premise solution, utilizing its SmartEngine™ for advanced heuristics. Adallom's offerings include security solutions for popular platforms such as Salesforce, ServiceNow, Google Apps, Box, Dropbox for Business, Ariba, Jive, Amazon Web Services, and Yammer, each designed to enhance data security, govern information usage, and mitigate risk. The name Adallom, derived from the Hebrew phrase meaning "up to here," reflects its mission as a final line of defense against cyber threats. The company is headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with a research and development facility in Tel Aviv, Israel, and became a subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation in 2015.

Niara

Series B in 2015
Niara, Inc. provides security analytics for attack detection and incident response. Its security analytics solution automates the detection of attacks on the inside of an organization by applying advanced machine learning to data from the network and security infrastructure; and discovers compromised users and malicious insiders, performs advanced threat hunting, and conducts incident investigations. The company’s security analytics solution is available as an on-premise or cloud deployment. Niara, Inc. was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Sunnyvale, California. As of February 1, 2017, Niara, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of HPE Aruba.

CYNGN

Series C in 2015
CYNGN is a technology company focused on developing software solutions for autonomous machines. Originating from a foundation of free and open-source software, CYNGN has evolved to explore innovative applications of artificial intelligence and automation. The company aims to enhance everyday environments by integrating autonomous technologies into various form factors, making them accessible and functional in unexpected ways. With a team based in Silicon Valley, CYNGN is dedicated to transforming traditional concepts of machines, creating a future where intelligent systems seamlessly interact with the world around them. This commitment positions CYNGN at the forefront of the growing field of automation and robotics.

Kryptnostic

Seed Round in 2015
Kryptnostic, Inc. develops an encrypted search software development kit that enables for data search in the cloud. Its platform also enables to search text server-side without revealing the contents of the query or documents; share documents without client-side re-indexing or file duplication; and host the search indices. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Redwood City, California.

Lookout

Series F in 2014
Lookout is a cybersecurity company that predicts and stops mobile attacks before harm is done to an individual or an enterprise. Lookout’s cloud-based technology is fueled by a global sensor network of more than 60 million users and tens of thousands of apps that are added daily. With this dataset of virtually all the mobile code in the world and the predictive machine intelligence to analyze and make sense of the data, Lookout can identify connections that would otherwise go unseen and stop cybercriminals from attacking mobile devices. Headquartered in San Francisco, Lookout has offices in Boston, London, Singapore, Tokyo, Toronto and Washington, D.C.

Niara

Series A in 2014
Niara, Inc. provides security analytics for attack detection and incident response. Its security analytics solution automates the detection of attacks on the inside of an organization by applying advanced machine learning to data from the network and security infrastructure; and discovers compromised users and malicious insiders, performs advanced threat hunting, and conducts incident investigations. The company’s security analytics solution is available as an on-premise or cloud deployment. Niara, Inc. was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Sunnyvale, California. As of February 1, 2017, Niara, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of HPE Aruba.

Adallom

Series B in 2014
Adallom, founded in 2012 by cyber defense experts, operates as a cloud access security broker specializing in visibility, governance, and protection of cloud applications. The company provides a user-friendly platform available as a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) or on-premise solution, utilizing its SmartEngine™ for advanced heuristics. Adallom's offerings include security solutions for popular platforms such as Salesforce, ServiceNow, Google Apps, Box, Dropbox for Business, Ariba, Jive, Amazon Web Services, and Yammer, each designed to enhance data security, govern information usage, and mitigate risk. The name Adallom, derived from the Hebrew phrase meaning "up to here," reflects its mission as a final line of defense against cyber threats. The company is headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with a research and development facility in Tel Aviv, Israel, and became a subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation in 2015.

Lacoon Security

Series A in 2013
Lacoon Security Ltd. specializes in mobile cybersecurity solutions, offering a Mobile Threat Management Platform designed to help enterprises manage the risks associated with bring your own device (BYOD) policies. Founded in 2011 and based in Ramat-Gan, Israel, Lacoon's platform protects corporate assets from various mobile cyber threats, including malicious applications, targeted network attacks, and advanced persistent threats. It supports both iOS and Android devices, providing a centralized solution that integrates seamlessly with existing infrastructure to deliver real-time security and intelligence. The platform features a patented Behavioral Risk Engine that identifies device, application, and network threats, allowing organizations to quantify the risks associated with BYOD. Lacoon Security operates as a subsidiary of Check Point Software Technologies Ltd., enhancing its capabilities with expertise from professionals with backgrounds in mobile cybersecurity and defense.

Lookout

Series E in 2013
Lookout is a cybersecurity company that predicts and stops mobile attacks before harm is done to an individual or an enterprise. Lookout’s cloud-based technology is fueled by a global sensor network of more than 60 million users and tens of thousands of apps that are added daily. With this dataset of virtually all the mobile code in the world and the predictive machine intelligence to analyze and make sense of the data, Lookout can identify connections that would otherwise go unseen and stop cybercriminals from attacking mobile devices. Headquartered in San Francisco, Lookout has offices in Boston, London, Singapore, Tokyo, Toronto and Washington, D.C.

Wandera

Seed Round in 2012
Wandera, Inc. specializes in enterprise mobile security and data management solutions, serving organizations in North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in London and Brno, the company offers a range of services designed to address the evolving security needs of modern workplaces. These include Enterprise Mobile Security for mobile threat defense and content filtering, Wandera Private Access for secure remote application access, and Exten, a data management service that provides customizable policy controls. Wandera's solutions facilitate zero-trust access, protect data and devices from cyber threats, and help manage internet access to reduce risk exposure. Recognized as a leader in the industry, the company has garnered multiple awards and has been featured in prominent publications, reflecting its commitment to transparency and security in an increasingly complex digital landscape.

Lookout

Series D in 2011
Lookout is a cybersecurity company that predicts and stops mobile attacks before harm is done to an individual or an enterprise. Lookout’s cloud-based technology is fueled by a global sensor network of more than 60 million users and tens of thousands of apps that are added daily. With this dataset of virtually all the mobile code in the world and the predictive machine intelligence to analyze and make sense of the data, Lookout can identify connections that would otherwise go unseen and stop cybercriminals from attacking mobile devices. Headquartered in San Francisco, Lookout has offices in Boston, London, Singapore, Tokyo, Toronto and Washington, D.C.

CipherCloud

Seed Round in 2011
CipherCloud, the leader in cloud information protection, enables organizations to securely adopt cloud applications by overcoming data privacy, residency, security, and regulatory compliance risks. CipherCloud delivers an open platform with comprehensive security controls, including AES 256-bit encryption, tokenization, data loss prevention, malware detection and visibility tools. CipherCloud’s ground breaking technology protects sensitive information in real time, before it is sent to the cloud, while preserving application usability and functionality.

Centrify

Series D in 2011
Centrify redefines security from a legacy static perimeter-based approach to protecting millions of scattered connections in a boundaryless hybrid enterprise. As the only industry-recognized leader in both Privileged Identity Management and Identity-as-a-Service, Centrify provides a single platform to secure each user’s access to apps and infrastructure through the power of identity services. This is Next Dimension Security in the Age of Access. Centrify is enabling over 5,000 customers, including over half the Fortune 50, to defend their organizations. To learn more visit www.centrify.com. The Breach Stops Here.

Lookout

Series C in 2010
Lookout is a cybersecurity company that predicts and stops mobile attacks before harm is done to an individual or an enterprise. Lookout’s cloud-based technology is fueled by a global sensor network of more than 60 million users and tens of thousands of apps that are added daily. With this dataset of virtually all the mobile code in the world and the predictive machine intelligence to analyze and make sense of the data, Lookout can identify connections that would otherwise go unseen and stop cybercriminals from attacking mobile devices. Headquartered in San Francisco, Lookout has offices in Boston, London, Singapore, Tokyo, Toronto and Washington, D.C.

Mimecast

Series B in 2010
Mimecast Limited is a cloud security and risk management service provider focused on protecting corporate email and data. Established in 2003 and headquartered in London, the company offers a comprehensive suite of solutions, including Email Security to defend against various cyber threats such as malware, phishing, and data leaks. Mimecast also provides Cyber Resilience Extensions like Enterprise Information Archiving for e-discovery and compliance, Mailbox Continuity to mitigate downtime risks, and Web Security to safeguard against malicious online activities. Additional offerings include secure messaging, privacy protection, and a dashboard for threat intelligence tailored to organizational needs. The company serves a global clientele through direct sales and partnerships, managing millions of emails and documents daily across its offices in the UK, USA, South Africa, and Jersey. Mimecast aims to simplify the complexities of email security while enhancing overall organizational resilience against evolving cyber threats.

Securewave

Series B in 2005
SecureWave specializes in endpoint security software solutions, offering a range of products designed to protect organizations from data threats. Its key offering, Sanctuary, enables businesses to manage, monitor, and control applications and devices within their corporate networks, ensuring effective malware protection, data leakage prevention, and IT system health maintenance. SecureWave serves various sectors, including finance, government, healthcare, education, manufacturing, and legal, providing essential compliance solutions tailored to each industry's needs. The company distributes its products through a network of reseller and service provider partners, enhancing its reach and effectiveness in safeguarding sensitive information.

SCM Microsystems

Venture Round in 1996
Conditional access security systems for encryption, payment and data storage