Sequoia Capital

Sequoia Capital is a prominent venture capital firm founded in 1972 and based in Menlo Park, California. The firm specializes in investing across various stages of startups, including seed, early, and growth stages, and focuses on sectors such as technology, healthcare, financial services, internet, and mobile. Sequoia typically invests between $100,000 and $1 million in seed companies, $1 million to $10 million in early-stage ventures, and $10 million to $100 million in growth investments. The firm operates globally, with significant activities in regions like Israel, China, and India, where it partners with dynamic founders to build successful companies. Sequoia's extensive portfolio includes notable firms and offers valuable insights and resources, benefiting from decades of experience in the venture capital landscape.

Gian Adhitya

Associate

Rohit Agarwal

Investment Analyst

Akshay Agarwal

Associate

Suraj Agarwalla

Associate

Ashish Agrawal

Managing Director

Abheek Anand

Managing Director

Rajan Anandan

Managing Director

Bogomil Balkansky

Partner

Julien Bek

Partner

Mohit Bhatnagar

Managing Director

Roelof Botha

Executive

Jaime Bott

Partner of Human Capital

Anni Cai

Associate

Sakshi Chopra

Principal

William Coughran Ph.D

Partner

Chinmaya Golecha

VP

Ajey Gore

Operating Partner of Technology

Pat Grady

Partner

Irwin R. Gross

MD

Rachit Gupta

Associate

Kriti Gupta

Associate

Augustus Ilag

Associate

SK Jain

Co-Founderand MD

Amit Jain

Managing Director

Steve Yue Ji

Partner

Liu Jiang

Partner

Sandeep Kapoor

CLO and Compliance Officer, India

Aakash Kapoor

VP

Pieter Kemps

Principal

Kais Khimji

Partner

Shailesh Lakhani

Principal

Jess Lee

Partner

Doug Leone

Partner

Alfred Lin

Partner

Junrui Lin

Partner and Co-Head

Luciana Lixandru

Partner

Cherry Lu

Partner

Patricia Ma

Director of People Operations

Shaun Maguire Ph.D

Partner

Nipun Mehra

VP and Investment Advisor

Matthew Miller

Partner, Growth

Ishaan Mittal

Principal

Abhishek Mohan

Vice President

Anirudh Bose Mullick

Head of Recruitment and VP

Shreyas Nair

Senior Associate

Kevin Pan

Managing Director

Prachi Pawar

Associate

Mayank Porwal

VP

Enita Pu

Partner

Amrut Rajkarne

Associate

GV Ravishankar

Managing Director

Andrew Reed

Partner

Prasanna Rengarajan

Associate

Anandamoy Roychowdhary

Principal

Anjana Sasidharan

Principal

Harshjit Sethi

Principal

Tejeshwi Sharma

Managing Director

Navendu Sharma

Associate

Neil Shen

Managing Partner

Bharat Singh

Chief Financial Officer

Thomas Stephenson

Partner

Amy Sun

Partner

Johan Surani

vice_president

Ian Taylor

Head of scouts

Shraeyansh Thakur

Investment Analyst

Mike Vernal

Partner

Jeffrey Wang

Managing Partner & Portfolio Manager

Shenya Wang

Associate

Cen Wang

Partner, China

Klaus Wang

VP

Past deals in Network Security

Vanta

Series B in 2022
Vanta is security-in-a-box for technology companies, covering everything from laptops to infrastructure, and using a suite of simple, effective, and easy-to-deploy tools.

Salt Security

Series D in 2022
Salt Security, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in API security. Founded in 2016, the company offers a platform designed to prevent zero-day API breaches by utilizing machine learning and artificial intelligence. This platform can be deployed quickly, learning the specific behavior of a company’s APIs without the need for configuration or customization. It automatically and continuously identifies potential threats, enabling clients to block API attacks effectively. The company aims to protect the essential APIs that underpin modern applications, helping organizations safeguard their digital assets against emerging cyber threats. Salt Security was previously known as SECful, Inc. before rebranding in June 2018.

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.

Stairwell

Series A in 2021
Stairwell, Inc. develops Software as a service (SaaS) based cybersecurity solutions. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Palo Alto, California.

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.

Netskope

Venture Round in 2021
Netskope, Inc. is a software company specializing in cloud application analytics and security solutions designed to protect enterprise data and users globally. The company offers the Netskope Security Cloud, which provides real-time visibility and protection against data threats when accessing cloud services, websites, and private applications. Through its patented Cloud XD technology, Netskope enables organizations to gain insights into cloud usage and enforce policies such as data loss prevention, access control, and malware protection across various platforms. Additionally, the company’s NewEdge security network facilitates seamless security without compromising performance. Netskope also functions as a Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB), helping organizations manage cloud application usage and prevent data exfiltration. Its offerings extend to web security solutions that filter content, detect advanced threats, and control application usage. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Netskope serves various industries, including financial services, healthcare, and retail, with a global presence supported by multiple data centers.

Versa Networks

Series D in 2021
Versa Networks, Inc. is a technology company specializing in software-defined networking solutions, particularly within the realms of virtualized network functions and services. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India, Versa offers an end-to-end Cloud IP Platform that simplifies and secures wide area networks (WAN) and branch office networks. The platform is entirely software-based, enabling enterprises and service providers to build agile and secure networks while achieving significant cost savings and operational efficiency. Versa's innovative approach in the SD-WAN and SD-Security markets is designed to transform traditional network infrastructures, providing unmatched agility and flexibility compared to conventional hardware solutions. The company has attracted investment from notable venture capital firms, reflecting its position as a leader in the networking industry.

Qingteng Cloud Security

Series C in 2021
Qingteng Cloud Security is a SaaS-based cloud security company focusing on endpoint adaptive security. It delivers server and cloud security based on Adaptive Security Architecture. The company's product has changed the existing cognition of security in various industries, brought out a brand new vision. They can help the government to create an information security guarantee system that conforms to domestic law and regulations. Qingteng Cloud Security asset inventory data platform provides an inventory of key assets of more than 10 types of mainframes, automatic identification of more than 800 types of business applications, and has the ability to customize operations for expansion. It also provides next-generation host security technology to guard the last mile of security. Qingteng Cloud Security was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Beijing, China.

Salt Security

Series C in 2021
Salt Security, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in API security. Founded in 2016, the company offers a platform designed to prevent zero-day API breaches by utilizing machine learning and artificial intelligence. This platform can be deployed quickly, learning the specific behavior of a company’s APIs without the need for configuration or customization. It automatically and continuously identifies potential threats, enabling clients to block API attacks effectively. The company aims to protect the essential APIs that underpin modern applications, helping organizations safeguard their digital assets against emerging cyber threats. Salt Security was previously known as SECful, Inc. before rebranding in June 2018.

Vanta

Series A in 2021
Vanta is security-in-a-box for technology companies, covering everything from laptops to infrastructure, and using a suite of simple, effective, and easy-to-deploy tools.

Oso

Series A in 2021
Oso Security Inc. develops backend infrastructure security software for developers. The software allows authentication, authorization, end-to-end encryption, and auditing across any infrastructure environment. Oso Security Inc. was formerly known as Keesh, Inc. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

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.

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.

Salt Security

Series B in 2020
Salt Security, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in API security. Founded in 2016, the company offers a platform designed to prevent zero-day API breaches by utilizing machine learning and artificial intelligence. This platform can be deployed quickly, learning the specific behavior of a company’s APIs without the need for configuration or customization. It automatically and continuously identifies potential threats, enabling clients to block API attacks effectively. The company aims to protect the essential APIs that underpin modern applications, helping organizations safeguard their digital assets against emerging cyber threats. Salt Security was previously known as SECful, Inc. before rebranding in June 2018.

Stairwell

Seed Round in 2020
Stairwell, Inc. develops Software as a service (SaaS) based cybersecurity solutions. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Palo Alto, California.

Bamboocloud

Series C in 2020
Shenzhen BambooCloud Technology Co., Ltd. is an information security enterprise based in Shenzhen, China, specializing in identity management and access control. The company has branch offices in several major cities, including Beijing, Shanghai, and Chengdu, and offers consulting, custom development, and service delivery primarily to clients in Europe, America, and the ASEAN region. Since 2013, BambooCloud has focused on the research and development of its identity management platform, which includes features such as automated identity processes, strong multi-factor authentication, and real-time access control. This platform is designed to enhance organizational efficiency by managing user and customer identities, determining access privileges, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. BambooCloud's solutions are highly scalable and support both cloud-based and on-premise deployments, catering to the diverse needs of businesses and their partners.

Monad

Seed Round in 2020
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.

Beyond (Israel)

Venture Round in 2020
Beyond (Israel) is an anew cyber-security company.

Netskope

Series G in 2020
Netskope, Inc. is a software company specializing in cloud application analytics and security solutions designed to protect enterprise data and users globally. The company offers the Netskope Security Cloud, which provides real-time visibility and protection against data threats when accessing cloud services, websites, and private applications. Through its patented Cloud XD technology, Netskope enables organizations to gain insights into cloud usage and enforce policies such as data loss prevention, access control, and malware protection across various platforms. Additionally, the company’s NewEdge security network facilitates seamless security without compromising performance. Netskope also functions as a Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB), helping organizations manage cloud application usage and prevent data exfiltration. Its offerings extend to web security solutions that filter content, detect advanced threats, and control application usage. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Netskope serves various industries, including financial services, healthcare, and retail, with a global presence supported by multiple data centers.

Indeni

Series A in 2018
Indeni is the crowd-sourced automation platform for network and security infrastructure. With Indeni Crowd and Indeni Insight organizations gain access to living repository of automation scripts across maintenance, high availability, network visibility, security, compliance and vendor best practices. Teach your team co-development processes alongside the largest community of certified IT professionals and reduce total cost of ownership with prescriptive steps to resolve issues across firewall, router and switches.

Qingteng Cloud Security

Series B in 2018
Qingteng Cloud Security is a SaaS-based cloud security company focusing on endpoint adaptive security. It delivers server and cloud security based on Adaptive Security Architecture. The company's product has changed the existing cognition of security in various industries, brought out a brand new vision. They can help the government to create an information security guarantee system that conforms to domestic law and regulations. Qingteng Cloud Security asset inventory data platform provides an inventory of key assets of more than 10 types of mainframes, automatic identification of more than 800 types of business applications, and has the ability to customize operations for expansion. It also provides next-generation host security technology to guard the last mile of security. Qingteng Cloud Security was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Beijing, China.

SecurityScorecard

Series C in 2017
SecurityScorecard, Inc. is a cybersecurity ratings and continuous monitoring platform that evaluates the cybersecurity strength of businesses and third-party vendors. Founded in 2013, the company has developed a patented technology that provides instant risk ratings for over a million companies, helping organizations manage their cybersecurity risks more effectively. Its offerings include ThreatMarket, a cloud-based vulnerability search engine that assesses security posture across various risk categories, and Score Planner, which allows companies to explore remediation strategies. Additionally, SecurityScorecard provides tools for vendor risk management, board reporting, and cyber insurance underwriting through its Scorecard Event Log and Atlas platform for questionnaire management. The company serves a global clientele, including Fortune 1000 organizations, and collaborates with value-added resellers and service partners to deliver its solutions. Based in New York, SecurityScorecard aims to enhance organizational resilience by facilitating the identification and mitigation of cybersecurity risks.

Protocol Labs

Initial Coin Offering in 2017
Protocol Labs is a research and development organization focused on creating innovative network protocols and software systems that address significant challenges in technology. By employing an open-source approach, it aims to develop solutions that enhance user experience and leverage new technological breakthroughs. Additionally, Protocol Labs operates an innovation network that connects startups with investors, accelerators, and various organizations. This network facilitates collaboration among entrepreneurs, allowing them to share knowledge, resources, and expertise, thereby accelerating their research and development processes across multiple technological domains. Through these efforts, Protocol Labs seeks to foster advancements that can impact a wide range of industries.

Indeni

Series A in 2016
Indeni is the crowd-sourced automation platform for network and security infrastructure. With Indeni Crowd and Indeni Insight organizations gain access to living repository of automation scripts across maintenance, high availability, network visibility, security, compliance and vendor best practices. Teach your team co-development processes alongside the largest community of certified IT professionals and reduce total cost of ownership with prescriptive steps to resolve issues across firewall, router and switches.

Skyhigh Networks

Series D in 2016
Skyhigh Networks, Inc., a cloud access security company, enables companies to embrace cloud services with appropriate levels of security, compliance, and governance for financial services, professional services, healthcare, high technology, media and entertainment, manufacturing, and legal customers. It offers Skyhigh Cloud Access Security Manager, which enables and accelerates the secure adoption of cloud services; and rapid discovery, instant analysis, and 3-click security services. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Campbell, California. As of January 3, 2018, Skyhigh Networks, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of McAfee LLC.

SecurityScorecard

Series B in 2016
SecurityScorecard, Inc. is a cybersecurity ratings and continuous monitoring platform that evaluates the cybersecurity strength of businesses and third-party vendors. Founded in 2013, the company has developed a patented technology that provides instant risk ratings for over a million companies, helping organizations manage their cybersecurity risks more effectively. Its offerings include ThreatMarket, a cloud-based vulnerability search engine that assesses security posture across various risk categories, and Score Planner, which allows companies to explore remediation strategies. Additionally, SecurityScorecard provides tools for vendor risk management, board reporting, and cyber insurance underwriting through its Scorecard Event Log and Atlas platform for questionnaire management. The company serves a global clientele, including Fortune 1000 organizations, and collaborates with value-added resellers and service partners to deliver its solutions. Based in New York, SecurityScorecard aims to enhance organizational resilience by facilitating the identification and mitigation of cybersecurity risks.

Barefoot Networks

Series C in 2016
Barefoot Networks is a team of visionaries, experienced technologists and engineers who have created a blueprint for designing and operating the world’s fastest and most programmable networks. Their goal is to make programming your network as simple as programming your CPU.

Carbon Black

Series F in 2015
Carbon Black (NASDAQ: CBLK) is a leading provider of next-generation endpoint security. Carbon Black serves more than 4,300 customers globally, including 35 of the Fortune 100. As a cybersecurity innovator, Carbon Black has pioneered multiple endpoint security categories, including application control, endpoint detection and response (EDR), and next-generation antivirus (NGAV). Leveraging its big data and analytics cloud platform – the Cb Predictive Security Cloud – Carbon Black solutions enable customers to defend against the most advanced cyber threats, including malware, ransomware, and non-malware attacks. Deployed via the cloud, on premise or as a managed service, customers use Carbon Black solutions to lock down critical systems, hunt threats, and replace legacy antivirus.

Barefoot Networks

Series B in 2015
Barefoot Networks is a team of visionaries, experienced technologists and engineers who have created a blueprint for designing and operating the world’s fastest and most programmable networks. Their goal is to make programming your network as simple as programming your CPU.

SecurityScorecard

Series A in 2015
SecurityScorecard, Inc. is a cybersecurity ratings and continuous monitoring platform that evaluates the cybersecurity strength of businesses and third-party vendors. Founded in 2013, the company has developed a patented technology that provides instant risk ratings for over a million companies, helping organizations manage their cybersecurity risks more effectively. Its offerings include ThreatMarket, a cloud-based vulnerability search engine that assesses security posture across various risk categories, and Score Planner, which allows companies to explore remediation strategies. Additionally, SecurityScorecard provides tools for vendor risk management, board reporting, and cyber insurance underwriting through its Scorecard Event Log and Atlas platform for questionnaire management. The company serves a global clientele, including Fortune 1000 organizations, and collaborates with value-added resellers and service partners to deliver its solutions. Based in New York, SecurityScorecard aims to enhance organizational resilience by facilitating the identification and mitigation of cybersecurity risks.

Versa Networks

Series B in 2014
Versa Networks, Inc. is a technology company specializing in software-defined networking solutions, particularly within the realms of virtualized network functions and services. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India, Versa offers an end-to-end Cloud IP Platform that simplifies and secures wide area networks (WAN) and branch office networks. The platform is entirely software-based, enabling enterprises and service providers to build agile and secure networks while achieving significant cost savings and operational efficiency. Versa's innovative approach in the SD-WAN and SD-Security markets is designed to transform traditional network infrastructures, providing unmatched agility and flexibility compared to conventional hardware solutions. The company has attracted investment from notable venture capital firms, reflecting its position as a leader in the networking industry.

Skyhigh Networks

Series C in 2014
Skyhigh Networks, Inc., a cloud access security company, enables companies to embrace cloud services with appropriate levels of security, compliance, and governance for financial services, professional services, healthcare, high technology, media and entertainment, manufacturing, and legal customers. It offers Skyhigh Cloud Access Security Manager, which enables and accelerates the secure adoption of cloud services; and rapid discovery, instant analysis, and 3-click security services. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Campbell, California. As of January 3, 2018, Skyhigh Networks, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of McAfee LLC.

Barefoot Networks

Series A in 2014
Barefoot Networks is a team of visionaries, experienced technologists and engineers who have created a blueprint for designing and operating the world’s fastest and most programmable networks. Their goal is to make programming your network as simple as programming your CPU.

OpenDNS

Series C in 2014
OpenDNS is a provider of Internet security and Domain Name System services for homes and businesses. It also provides internet wide security network for web content filtering, anti phishing, Domain Name System infrastructure, and navigation services that enable consumers and administrators to protect networks from online threats and to enforce internet use policies.

Carbon Black

Series E in 2014
Carbon Black (NASDAQ: CBLK) is a leading provider of next-generation endpoint security. Carbon Black serves more than 4,300 customers globally, including 35 of the Fortune 100. As a cybersecurity innovator, Carbon Black has pioneered multiple endpoint security categories, including application control, endpoint detection and response (EDR), and next-generation antivirus (NGAV). Leveraging its big data and analytics cloud platform – the Cb Predictive Security Cloud – Carbon Black solutions enable customers to defend against the most advanced cyber threats, including malware, ransomware, and non-malware attacks. Deployed via the cloud, on premise or as a managed service, customers use Carbon Black solutions to lock down critical systems, hunt threats, and replace legacy antivirus.

Mojave Networks

Venture Round in 2013
Mojave Networks has pioneered a cloud-based approach to mobile security for enterprises that detects advanced threats and protects company data. This approach gives organizations unrivaled insight into application usage, data flow, network analytics, and malicious threats while helping them control costs and comply with regulations. Founded in San Mateo, CA in 2011, Mojave Networks is used by large and medium enterprises and government agencies. The company is funded by Bessemer Venture Partners and Sequoia Capital, and its team includes former executives from Symantec, McAfee, Palo Alto Networks, and Lookout.

MobileIron

Series F in 2013
MobileIron, Inc. provides a mobile IT platform that enables enterprises to manage and secure mobile applications, content, and devices while ensuring employees have device choice and privacy. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company offers a comprehensive security platform that includes unified endpoint management, which provides visibility and control over both corporate and employee-owned devices accessing business-critical data. Key features include MobileIron Access for blocking untrusted devices and applications from cloud services, MobileIron Tunnel for secure app connectivity through a per-app VPN, and MobileIron Threat Defense for identifying zero-day threats. The platform also includes secure applications designed to enhance end-user productivity, such as secure email and browsing, as well as an SDK for third-party developers to integrate advanced security controls. MobileIron serves a diverse range of industries, including financial services, healthcare, and technology, primarily through distributors, resellers, and service providers. As of December 2020, MobileIron operates as a subsidiary of Ivanti Software, Inc.

Seculert

Series B in 2013
Seculert Ltd. is a provider of cloud-based cyber threat management services, specializing in the detection and prevention of cyber threats for enterprises, governments, and service providers. Established in 2009 and headquartered in Petach Tikva, Israel, the company focuses on addressing the limitations of traditional perimeter defenses and breach detection systems. Seculert's platform utilizes Big Data analytics, machine learning, and behavioral analysis to monitor malicious outbound network traffic that often goes undetected. This cloud-based solution requires no additional hardware or software, ensuring comprehensive coverage for all employees, including those working remotely or using personal devices. By enhancing the visibility of security systems, Seculert aids organizations in identifying advanced threats that have evaded existing defenses, thereby improving the effectiveness of IT security measures. The company serves a diverse clientele across various industries, such as finance, education, healthcare, energy, and aerospace. As of January 2017, Seculert operates as a subsidiary of Radware Ltd.

Skyhigh Networks

Series B in 2013
Skyhigh Networks, Inc., a cloud access security company, enables companies to embrace cloud services with appropriate levels of security, compliance, and governance for financial services, professional services, healthcare, high technology, media and entertainment, manufacturing, and legal customers. It offers Skyhigh Cloud Access Security Manager, which enables and accelerates the secure adoption of cloud services; and rapid discovery, instant analysis, and 3-click security services. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Campbell, California. As of January 3, 2018, Skyhigh Networks, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of McAfee LLC.

Click Security

Series B in 2013
Click Security, Inc. specializes in real-time security analytics solutions, focusing on cyber threat investigation software. The company provides a range of cybersecurity services that enable users to automate the prioritization, investigation, and hunting of threats through advanced visualization and analytics. Its solutions enhance visibility into suspicious behaviors, allowing organizations to analyze existing data for threat detection and correlate alerts to facilitate informed responses. Click Security also offers proactive incident response, security analytics, and threat assessment reporting, along with managed security services. Founded in 2009 and based in Austin, Texas, the company aims to disrupt the network security landscape by delivering high-performance, scalable solutions to enterprises, educational institutions, critical infrastructure, and government agencies. As of April 2016, Click Security operates as a subsidiary of Alert Logic, Inc.

Versa Networks

Series A in 2012
Versa Networks, Inc. is a technology company specializing in software-defined networking solutions, particularly within the realms of virtualized network functions and services. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India, Versa offers an end-to-end Cloud IP Platform that simplifies and secures wide area networks (WAN) and branch office networks. The platform is entirely software-based, enabling enterprises and service providers to build agile and secure networks while achieving significant cost savings and operational efficiency. Versa's innovative approach in the SD-WAN and SD-Security markets is designed to transform traditional network infrastructures, providing unmatched agility and flexibility compared to conventional hardware solutions. The company has attracted investment from notable venture capital firms, reflecting its position as a leader in the networking industry.

Indeni

Seed Round in 2012
Indeni is the crowd-sourced automation platform for network and security infrastructure. With Indeni Crowd and Indeni Insight organizations gain access to living repository of automation scripts across maintenance, high availability, network visibility, security, compliance and vendor best practices. Teach your team co-development processes alongside the largest community of certified IT professionals and reduce total cost of ownership with prescriptive steps to resolve issues across firewall, router and switches.

Carbon Black

Series D in 2012
Carbon Black (NASDAQ: CBLK) is a leading provider of next-generation endpoint security. Carbon Black serves more than 4,300 customers globally, including 35 of the Fortune 100. As a cybersecurity innovator, Carbon Black has pioneered multiple endpoint security categories, including application control, endpoint detection and response (EDR), and next-generation antivirus (NGAV). Leveraging its big data and analytics cloud platform – the Cb Predictive Security Cloud – Carbon Black solutions enable customers to defend against the most advanced cyber threats, including malware, ransomware, and non-malware attacks. Deployed via the cloud, on premise or as a managed service, customers use Carbon Black solutions to lock down critical systems, hunt threats, and replace legacy antivirus.

MobileIron

Series E in 2012
MobileIron, Inc. provides a mobile IT platform that enables enterprises to manage and secure mobile applications, content, and devices while ensuring employees have device choice and privacy. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company offers a comprehensive security platform that includes unified endpoint management, which provides visibility and control over both corporate and employee-owned devices accessing business-critical data. Key features include MobileIron Access for blocking untrusted devices and applications from cloud services, MobileIron Tunnel for secure app connectivity through a per-app VPN, and MobileIron Threat Defense for identifying zero-day threats. The platform also includes secure applications designed to enhance end-user productivity, such as secure email and browsing, as well as an SDK for third-party developers to integrate advanced security controls. MobileIron serves a diverse range of industries, including financial services, healthcare, and technology, primarily through distributors, resellers, and service providers. As of December 2020, MobileIron operates as a subsidiary of Ivanti Software, Inc.

MobileIron

Series D in 2011
MobileIron, Inc. provides a mobile IT platform that enables enterprises to manage and secure mobile applications, content, and devices while ensuring employees have device choice and privacy. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company offers a comprehensive security platform that includes unified endpoint management, which provides visibility and control over both corporate and employee-owned devices accessing business-critical data. Key features include MobileIron Access for blocking untrusted devices and applications from cloud services, MobileIron Tunnel for secure app connectivity through a per-app VPN, and MobileIron Threat Defense for identifying zero-day threats. The platform also includes secure applications designed to enhance end-user productivity, such as secure email and browsing, as well as an SDK for third-party developers to integrate advanced security controls. MobileIron serves a diverse range of industries, including financial services, healthcare, and technology, primarily through distributors, resellers, and service providers. As of December 2020, MobileIron operates as a subsidiary of Ivanti Software, Inc.

MobileIron

Series D in 2011
MobileIron, Inc. provides a mobile IT platform that enables enterprises to manage and secure mobile applications, content, and devices while ensuring employees have device choice and privacy. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company offers a comprehensive security platform that includes unified endpoint management, which provides visibility and control over both corporate and employee-owned devices accessing business-critical data. Key features include MobileIron Access for blocking untrusted devices and applications from cloud services, MobileIron Tunnel for secure app connectivity through a per-app VPN, and MobileIron Threat Defense for identifying zero-day threats. The platform also includes secure applications designed to enhance end-user productivity, such as secure email and browsing, as well as an SDK for third-party developers to integrate advanced security controls. MobileIron serves a diverse range of industries, including financial services, healthcare, and technology, primarily through distributors, resellers, and service providers. As of December 2020, MobileIron operates as a subsidiary of Ivanti Software, Inc.

OpenDNS

Venture Round in 2010
OpenDNS is a provider of Internet security and Domain Name System services for homes and businesses. It also provides internet wide security network for web content filtering, anti phishing, Domain Name System infrastructure, and navigation services that enable consumers and administrators to protect networks from online threats and to enforce internet use policies.

MobileIron

Series C in 2010
MobileIron, Inc. provides a mobile IT platform that enables enterprises to manage and secure mobile applications, content, and devices while ensuring employees have device choice and privacy. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company offers a comprehensive security platform that includes unified endpoint management, which provides visibility and control over both corporate and employee-owned devices accessing business-critical data. Key features include MobileIron Access for blocking untrusted devices and applications from cloud services, MobileIron Tunnel for secure app connectivity through a per-app VPN, and MobileIron Threat Defense for identifying zero-day threats. The platform also includes secure applications designed to enhance end-user productivity, such as secure email and browsing, as well as an SDK for third-party developers to integrate advanced security controls. MobileIron serves a diverse range of industries, including financial services, healthcare, and technology, primarily through distributors, resellers, and service providers. As of December 2020, MobileIron operates as a subsidiary of Ivanti Software, Inc.

Indeni

Seed Round in 2010
Indeni is the crowd-sourced automation platform for network and security infrastructure. With Indeni Crowd and Indeni Insight organizations gain access to living repository of automation scripts across maintenance, high availability, network visibility, security, compliance and vendor best practices. Teach your team co-development processes alongside the largest community of certified IT professionals and reduce total cost of ownership with prescriptive steps to resolve issues across firewall, router and switches.

MobileIron

Series B in 2009
MobileIron, Inc. provides a mobile IT platform that enables enterprises to manage and secure mobile applications, content, and devices while ensuring employees have device choice and privacy. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company offers a comprehensive security platform that includes unified endpoint management, which provides visibility and control over both corporate and employee-owned devices accessing business-critical data. Key features include MobileIron Access for blocking untrusted devices and applications from cloud services, MobileIron Tunnel for secure app connectivity through a per-app VPN, and MobileIron Threat Defense for identifying zero-day threats. The platform also includes secure applications designed to enhance end-user productivity, such as secure email and browsing, as well as an SDK for third-party developers to integrate advanced security controls. MobileIron serves a diverse range of industries, including financial services, healthcare, and technology, primarily through distributors, resellers, and service providers. As of December 2020, MobileIron operates as a subsidiary of Ivanti Software, Inc.

OpenDNS

Venture Round in 2009
OpenDNS is a provider of Internet security and Domain Name System services for homes and businesses. It also provides internet wide security network for web content filtering, anti phishing, Domain Name System infrastructure, and navigation services that enable consumers and administrators to protect networks from online threats and to enforce internet use policies.

Palo Alto Networks

Series C in 2008
Palo Alto Networks is a leading cybersecurity company that specializes in providing advanced security solutions to organizations around the globe. The company focuses on preventing cyber breaches while ensuring safe application usage, thereby enabling secure daily business operations. Its innovative platform offers superior capabilities in cyber threat prevention compared to traditional security products, effectively safeguarding valuable organizational assets. In addition to its core cybersecurity offerings, Palo Alto Networks manages a venture capital fund that targets investments in the software as a service (SaaS) and cybersecurity sectors, further contributing to the growth and advancement of the cybersecurity landscape. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.

MobileIron

Series A in 2008
MobileIron, Inc. provides a mobile IT platform that enables enterprises to manage and secure mobile applications, content, and devices while ensuring employees have device choice and privacy. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, the company offers a comprehensive security platform that includes unified endpoint management, which provides visibility and control over both corporate and employee-owned devices accessing business-critical data. Key features include MobileIron Access for blocking untrusted devices and applications from cloud services, MobileIron Tunnel for secure app connectivity through a per-app VPN, and MobileIron Threat Defense for identifying zero-day threats. The platform also includes secure applications designed to enhance end-user productivity, such as secure email and browsing, as well as an SDK for third-party developers to integrate advanced security controls. MobileIron serves a diverse range of industries, including financial services, healthcare, and technology, primarily through distributors, resellers, and service providers. As of December 2020, MobileIron operates as a subsidiary of Ivanti Software, Inc.

Palo Alto Networks

Series B in 2007
Palo Alto Networks is a leading cybersecurity company that specializes in providing advanced security solutions to organizations around the globe. The company focuses on preventing cyber breaches while ensuring safe application usage, thereby enabling secure daily business operations. Its innovative platform offers superior capabilities in cyber threat prevention compared to traditional security products, effectively safeguarding valuable organizational assets. In addition to its core cybersecurity offerings, Palo Alto Networks manages a venture capital fund that targets investments in the software as a service (SaaS) and cybersecurity sectors, further contributing to the growth and advancement of the cybersecurity landscape. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.

Sansa Security

Series C in 2007
Sansa Security is a leading provider of comprehensive security solutions tailored for the Internet of Things (IoT) and mobile devices. The company offers a unified platform that spans all security aspects, from silicon chipsets to cloud-based secret provisioning. Sansa's innovative approach facilitates secure interactions among customers, suppliers, and technology partners through a configurable trust model. As a privately owned entity, Sansa serves prominent semiconductor and device manufacturers, maintaining a strong position in the embedded security market. The firm's solutions, which include both hardware and software technologies, are integrated into system-on-chips, platforms, and devices across various sectors, such as automotive, networking, and industrial applications. Sansa's product suite features security co-processors, sub-systems, modules, cryptographic accelerators, and content protection applications, all designed to safeguard sensitive information and applications from cyber threats while ensuring a seamless user experience.

360 Corporate Safety

Series B in 2006
360 Corporate Safety is a cyber security company that focused on providing next-generation network security products and services to governments and businesses. With the mission of “making the network safer and making the world a better place”, the Group takes “data-driven security” as its technical idea and innovatively establishes a new generation of collaborative defense system, covering big data security analysis, gateway security, terminal security, and website. Security, mobile security, cloud security, wireless security, data security, code security and other security products and solutions have provided comprehensive and effective security protection for over one million enterprise customers including central ministries and large central enterprises. And won the praise of customers.
PortAuthority Technologies, Inc. develops security software that controls the communication of sensitive information via outbound e-mail, Internal, and Web. It offers information leak prevention and data recovery security solutions that stop leaks of private and confidential information by monitoring outbound enterprise communication and delivering policy enforcement. The company also provides various services, such as risk assessment, risk visibility and risk remediation, and installation services. It serves financial services, healthcare, government, and technology industries.

Forcepoint

Post in 2006
Forcepoint LLC is a cybersecurity company that provides software solutions to protect users, data, and networks from insider threats and external attacks across various sectors, including financial services, healthcare, government, and public safety. The company's offerings include the TRITON APX Suite for integrated content security management, TRITON AP-EMAIL and TRITON AP-WEB for advanced threat protection, and TRITON AP-DATA and TRITON AP-ENDPOINT for insider threat monitoring and data security. Forcepoint also delivers cloud security solutions, such as TRITON AP-EMAIL Cloud and TRITON AP-WEB Cloud, to ensure safe communication and web access for users regardless of location. Additionally, the company provides network security through its Stonesoft NGFW and advanced analytics with SureView Analytics. Forcepoint's services extend to data security consulting, cybersecurity intelligence, and technical training. Founded in 2015 and based in Austin, Texas, with a center in Cork, Ireland, Forcepoint operates as a subsidiary of Raytheon Company, having formerly been known as Raytheon|Websense.

Sourcefire

Venture Round in 2006
Sourcefire, Inc. specializes in enterprise threat management solutions for a variety of sectors, including healthcare, finance, manufacturing, energy, education, retail, telecommunications, and government organizations. The company is known for its open source and commercial security products, most notably Snort, which is an open source intrusion prevention technology integral to the Sourcefire 3D System. This system offers a comprehensive approach to network defense, combining intrusion prevention, network behavior analysis, access control, and vulnerability assessment within a unified management framework. Additionally, Sourcefire provides ClamAV, an open source gateway anti-virus and anti-malware solution. The company offers various technical support and professional services, including deployment assistance, customer support, and education. Sourcefire markets its products and services through both direct sales and partnerships with resellers, distributors, and original equipment manufacturers. Founded in 2001, Sourcefire is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland.

Palo Alto Networks

Series A in 2006
Palo Alto Networks is a leading cybersecurity company that specializes in providing advanced security solutions to organizations around the globe. The company focuses on preventing cyber breaches while ensuring safe application usage, thereby enabling secure daily business operations. Its innovative platform offers superior capabilities in cyber threat prevention compared to traditional security products, effectively safeguarding valuable organizational assets. In addition to its core cybersecurity offerings, Palo Alto Networks manages a venture capital fund that targets investments in the software as a service (SaaS) and cybersecurity sectors, further contributing to the growth and advancement of the cybersecurity landscape. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.

Aruba

Series D in 2005
Aruba securely delivers the enterprise network to users, wherever they work or roam, with unified mobility networks that significantly expand the reach of traditional port-centric networks. Unified mobility networks integrate adaptive WLANs, identity-based security, and application continuity services into a cohesive, high-performance system that can be easily deployed as an overlay on top of existing network infrastructure. Adaptive WLANs deliver high-performance, follow-me connectivity so users are always within reach of mission-critical information. Identity-based security associates access policies with users, not ports, to enable follow-me security that is enforced regardless of access method or location. Application continuity services enable follow-me applications that can be seamlessly accessed across WLAN and cellular networks. The cost, convenience, and security benefits of unified mobility networks are fundamentally changing how and where they work. Listed on the NASDAQ and Russell 2000® Index, Aruba is based in Sunnyvale, California, and has operations throughout the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific regions.

Elemental Cyber Security

Series C in 2005
Elemental Cyber Security, Inc. provides cyber security solutions to protect digital assets. The company offers Elemental Security Platform, a cyber security policy automation solution for cyber security, policy compliance, and risk management. Its maintenance and support services include product updates and upgrades, online support, training, and evaluating tools in use by the organization and making recommendations for added efficiency. The company was founded in 2002 and is based in Dallas, Texas.
PortAuthority Technologies, Inc. develops security software that controls the communication of sensitive information via outbound e-mail, Internal, and Web. It offers information leak prevention and data recovery security solutions that stop leaks of private and confidential information by monitoring outbound enterprise communication and delivering policy enforcement. The company also provides various services, such as risk assessment, risk visibility and risk remediation, and installation services. It serves financial services, healthcare, government, and technology industries.

Palo Alto Networks

Series A in 2005
Palo Alto Networks is a leading cybersecurity company that specializes in providing advanced security solutions to organizations around the globe. The company focuses on preventing cyber breaches while ensuring safe application usage, thereby enabling secure daily business operations. Its innovative platform offers superior capabilities in cyber threat prevention compared to traditional security products, effectively safeguarding valuable organizational assets. In addition to its core cybersecurity offerings, Palo Alto Networks manages a venture capital fund that targets investments in the software as a service (SaaS) and cybersecurity sectors, further contributing to the growth and advancement of the cybersecurity landscape. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.

Infoblox

Series E in 2005
Infoblox is the developer of network identity appliances that provide a scalable, secure way for enterprises to manage the critical network identity protocols—including DNS, DHCP, RADIUS and LDAP—that link business applications to the network infrastructure. Infoblox products increase network control while lowering TCO by delivering services that are more secure and scalable, easier to manage, and more reliable than "build-your-own" server-software solutions. The Infoblox distributed appliance approach also provides a secure, integrated platform for centralizing the management of identity data and services across the network. With sales and marketing presence in more than 30 countries, Infoblox has over 500 customers from a wide range of industries, many of them Fortune 500 companies.

Aruba

Debt Financing in 2004
Aruba securely delivers the enterprise network to users, wherever they work or roam, with unified mobility networks that significantly expand the reach of traditional port-centric networks. Unified mobility networks integrate adaptive WLANs, identity-based security, and application continuity services into a cohesive, high-performance system that can be easily deployed as an overlay on top of existing network infrastructure. Adaptive WLANs deliver high-performance, follow-me connectivity so users are always within reach of mission-critical information. Identity-based security associates access policies with users, not ports, to enable follow-me security that is enforced regardless of access method or location. Application continuity services enable follow-me applications that can be seamlessly accessed across WLAN and cellular networks. The cost, convenience, and security benefits of unified mobility networks are fundamentally changing how and where they work. Listed on the NASDAQ and Russell 2000® Index, Aruba is based in Sunnyvale, California, and has operations throughout the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific regions.

Aruba

Series C in 2004
Aruba securely delivers the enterprise network to users, wherever they work or roam, with unified mobility networks that significantly expand the reach of traditional port-centric networks. Unified mobility networks integrate adaptive WLANs, identity-based security, and application continuity services into a cohesive, high-performance system that can be easily deployed as an overlay on top of existing network infrastructure. Adaptive WLANs deliver high-performance, follow-me connectivity so users are always within reach of mission-critical information. Identity-based security associates access policies with users, not ports, to enable follow-me security that is enforced regardless of access method or location. Application continuity services enable follow-me applications that can be seamlessly accessed across WLAN and cellular networks. The cost, convenience, and security benefits of unified mobility networks are fundamentally changing how and where they work. Listed on the NASDAQ and Russell 2000® Index, Aruba is based in Sunnyvale, California, and has operations throughout the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific regions.

Elemental Cyber Security

Series B in 2004
Elemental Cyber Security, Inc. provides cyber security solutions to protect digital assets. The company offers Elemental Security Platform, a cyber security policy automation solution for cyber security, policy compliance, and risk management. Its maintenance and support services include product updates and upgrades, online support, training, and evaluating tools in use by the organization and making recommendations for added efficiency. The company was founded in 2002 and is based in Dallas, Texas.

Infoblox

Series D in 2004
Infoblox is the developer of network identity appliances that provide a scalable, secure way for enterprises to manage the critical network identity protocols—including DNS, DHCP, RADIUS and LDAP—that link business applications to the network infrastructure. Infoblox products increase network control while lowering TCO by delivering services that are more secure and scalable, easier to manage, and more reliable than "build-your-own" server-software solutions. The Infoblox distributed appliance approach also provides a secure, integrated platform for centralizing the management of identity data and services across the network. With sales and marketing presence in more than 30 countries, Infoblox has over 500 customers from a wide range of industries, many of them Fortune 500 companies.

Sourcefire

Series C in 2004
Sourcefire, Inc. specializes in enterprise threat management solutions for a variety of sectors, including healthcare, finance, manufacturing, energy, education, retail, telecommunications, and government organizations. The company is known for its open source and commercial security products, most notably Snort, which is an open source intrusion prevention technology integral to the Sourcefire 3D System. This system offers a comprehensive approach to network defense, combining intrusion prevention, network behavior analysis, access control, and vulnerability assessment within a unified management framework. Additionally, Sourcefire provides ClamAV, an open source gateway anti-virus and anti-malware solution. The company offers various technical support and professional services, including deployment assistance, customer support, and education. Sourcefire markets its products and services through both direct sales and partnerships with resellers, distributors, and original equipment manufacturers. Founded in 2001, Sourcefire is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland.

Aruba

Series B in 2003
Aruba securely delivers the enterprise network to users, wherever they work or roam, with unified mobility networks that significantly expand the reach of traditional port-centric networks. Unified mobility networks integrate adaptive WLANs, identity-based security, and application continuity services into a cohesive, high-performance system that can be easily deployed as an overlay on top of existing network infrastructure. Adaptive WLANs deliver high-performance, follow-me connectivity so users are always within reach of mission-critical information. Identity-based security associates access policies with users, not ports, to enable follow-me security that is enforced regardless of access method or location. Application continuity services enable follow-me applications that can be seamlessly accessed across WLAN and cellular networks. The cost, convenience, and security benefits of unified mobility networks are fundamentally changing how and where they work. Listed on the NASDAQ and Russell 2000® Index, Aruba is based in Sunnyvale, California, and has operations throughout the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific regions.

Aruba

Series A in 2002
Aruba securely delivers the enterprise network to users, wherever they work or roam, with unified mobility networks that significantly expand the reach of traditional port-centric networks. Unified mobility networks integrate adaptive WLANs, identity-based security, and application continuity services into a cohesive, high-performance system that can be easily deployed as an overlay on top of existing network infrastructure. Adaptive WLANs deliver high-performance, follow-me connectivity so users are always within reach of mission-critical information. Identity-based security associates access policies with users, not ports, to enable follow-me security that is enforced regardless of access method or location. Application continuity services enable follow-me applications that can be seamlessly accessed across WLAN and cellular networks. The cost, convenience, and security benefits of unified mobility networks are fundamentally changing how and where they work. Listed on the NASDAQ and Russell 2000® Index, Aruba is based in Sunnyvale, California, and has operations throughout the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific regions.

NightFire Software

Series D in 2002
NightFire Software offers the first packaged order management software to automate the telecommunications service supply chain. By simplifying the interaction between retailers and wholesalers of telecommunications services, NightFire's products enable telecommunications service providers to deliver services quickly and cost-effectively to the newly deregulated telecommunications market, estimated to be $160 billion in 1998. The NightFire flagship product, NetServ Express automates the entire ordering process for competitive service providers, ensuring the highest level of service at the lowest cost and reducing the management burden on incumbent providers.

Bang Networks

Series B in 2001
Bang Networks, Inc. went out of business. Bang Networks, Inc. provides technologies and services enabling the real-time Internet. Products include Bang Real-Time Network, a globally distributed overlay network providing LAN-quality transport and application messaging across the Internet. Development of the Bag Real-Time Network began in 1999 when MIT and Harvard researchers developed the Bang Object Router, a networking routing device designed to enable secure, Internet-scale session persistence and content-aware, object routing. Bang Networks, Inc. was founded in 1999 and is based in San Francisco, California.

NetScreen Technologies

Venture Round in 2001
NetScreen Technologies is a company that specializes in the design, development, and sale of network security products and services. Focused on providing robust solutions for cybersecurity, NetScreen plays a crucial role in protecting network infrastructures for various clients. The company is known for its innovative technologies that address the growing challenges of online threats, ensuring secure communication and data integrity for businesses. By delivering effective and reliable security measures, NetScreen Technologies contributes to the overall safety of digital environments for its customers.

Guardent

Series C in 2001
Guardent, is a provider of managed security services, combines managed security services with vendor independent consulting to provide better information security at a lower operational cost than can be achieved through an organization's internal staff.

GENBAND

Series D in 2001
GENBAND US LLC is a global provider of real-time communications software solutions, catering to service providers, enterprises, and developers worldwide. The company offers a range of products, including telephony application servers that integrate voice, video, instant messaging, and collaboration across various devices and networks. Its offerings encompass intelligent messaging services, unified communications solutions, and cloud-enabled session border controllers that ensure security and interoperability for fixed and mobile networks. Additionally, GENBAND provides media gateways for digital media stream conversion and network functions virtualization solutions. Established in 1999 and headquartered in Frisco, Texas, GENBAND focuses on enhancing and securing communications infrastructure for a diverse clientele. The company operates as a subsidiary of Sonus Networks, Inc. since 2017.

GENBAND

Series C in 2000
GENBAND US LLC is a global provider of real-time communications software solutions, catering to service providers, enterprises, and developers worldwide. The company offers a range of products, including telephony application servers that integrate voice, video, instant messaging, and collaboration across various devices and networks. Its offerings encompass intelligent messaging services, unified communications solutions, and cloud-enabled session border controllers that ensure security and interoperability for fixed and mobile networks. Additionally, GENBAND provides media gateways for digital media stream conversion and network functions virtualization solutions. Established in 1999 and headquartered in Frisco, Texas, GENBAND focuses on enhancing and securing communications infrastructure for a diverse clientele. The company operates as a subsidiary of Sonus Networks, Inc. since 2017.

NetScreen Technologies

Venture Round in 2000
NetScreen Technologies is a company that specializes in the design, development, and sale of network security products and services. Focused on providing robust solutions for cybersecurity, NetScreen plays a crucial role in protecting network infrastructures for various clients. The company is known for its innovative technologies that address the growing challenges of online threats, ensuring secure communication and data integrity for businesses. By delivering effective and reliable security measures, NetScreen Technologies contributes to the overall safety of digital environments for its customers.

GENBAND

Series B in 2000
GENBAND US LLC is a global provider of real-time communications software solutions, catering to service providers, enterprises, and developers worldwide. The company offers a range of products, including telephony application servers that integrate voice, video, instant messaging, and collaboration across various devices and networks. Its offerings encompass intelligent messaging services, unified communications solutions, and cloud-enabled session border controllers that ensure security and interoperability for fixed and mobile networks. Additionally, GENBAND provides media gateways for digital media stream conversion and network functions virtualization solutions. Established in 1999 and headquartered in Frisco, Texas, GENBAND focuses on enhancing and securing communications infrastructure for a diverse clientele. The company operates as a subsidiary of Sonus Networks, Inc. since 2017.

NightFire Software

Series B in 2000
NightFire Software offers the first packaged order management software to automate the telecommunications service supply chain. By simplifying the interaction between retailers and wholesalers of telecommunications services, NightFire's products enable telecommunications service providers to deliver services quickly and cost-effectively to the newly deregulated telecommunications market, estimated to be $160 billion in 1998. The NightFire flagship product, NetServ Express automates the entire ordering process for competitive service providers, ensuring the highest level of service at the lowest cost and reducing the management burden on incumbent providers.

Riverhead Networks

Seed Round in 2000
Riverhead Networks develops security technology that protects against distributed denial of service attacks and other security threats in enterprise and service provider networks. It delivers solutions that protect online operations by detecting and blocking malicious traffic without impacting business transactions. The company serves service providers, hosting centers, and online enterprises. Riverhead Networks, Inc. was formerly known as WANWall, Inc. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Cupertino, California.

Bang Networks

Series A in 2000
Bang Networks, Inc. went out of business. Bang Networks, Inc. provides technologies and services enabling the real-time Internet. Products include Bang Real-Time Network, a globally distributed overlay network providing LAN-quality transport and application messaging across the Internet. Development of the Bag Real-Time Network began in 1999 when MIT and Harvard researchers developed the Bang Object Router, a networking routing device designed to enable secure, Internet-scale session persistence and content-aware, object routing. Bang Networks, Inc. was founded in 1999 and is based in San Francisco, California.

GENBAND

Series A in 1999
GENBAND US LLC is a global provider of real-time communications software solutions, catering to service providers, enterprises, and developers worldwide. The company offers a range of products, including telephony application servers that integrate voice, video, instant messaging, and collaboration across various devices and networks. Its offerings encompass intelligent messaging services, unified communications solutions, and cloud-enabled session border controllers that ensure security and interoperability for fixed and mobile networks. Additionally, GENBAND provides media gateways for digital media stream conversion and network functions virtualization solutions. Established in 1999 and headquartered in Frisco, Texas, GENBAND focuses on enhancing and securing communications infrastructure for a diverse clientele. The company operates as a subsidiary of Sonus Networks, Inc. since 2017.

Pentacom

Seed Round in 1999
Pentacom, Ltd. provides networking solutions and information technology services, and it specializes in networking components that connect optical networks to the Internet backbone. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Herzliya, Israel.

NightFire Software

Series A in 1998
NightFire Software offers the first packaged order management software to automate the telecommunications service supply chain. By simplifying the interaction between retailers and wholesalers of telecommunications services, NightFire's products enable telecommunications service providers to deliver services quickly and cost-effectively to the newly deregulated telecommunications market, estimated to be $160 billion in 1998. The NightFire flagship product, NetServ Express automates the entire ordering process for competitive service providers, ensuring the highest level of service at the lowest cost and reducing the management burden on incumbent providers.

NetScreen Technologies

Venture Round in 1998
NetScreen Technologies is a company that specializes in the design, development, and sale of network security products and services. Focused on providing robust solutions for cybersecurity, NetScreen plays a crucial role in protecting network infrastructures for various clients. The company is known for its innovative technologies that address the growing challenges of online threats, ensuring secure communication and data integrity for businesses. By delivering effective and reliable security measures, NetScreen Technologies contributes to the overall safety of digital environments for its customers.

Redback Networks

Seed Round in 1996
Redback Networks, Inc. specializes in advanced telecommunications networking equipment, catering to markets in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. The company offers a range of products, including the SmartEdge service gateway, which integrates scalable edge routing, Ethernet aggregation, and subscriber management. Additionally, it provides SMS product families that allow service providers and carriers to manage broadband and dial-up subscribers through a unified platform, along with the NetOp policy manager for policy management across its product offerings. Redback Networks' solutions are designed to support service providers in developing Internet protocol-based broadband networks, facilitating high-speed access and services for both consumers and businesses. The company also engages in collaboration agreements with various industry organizations to enhance its offerings and contribute to the telecommunications sector.

NortonLifeLock

Series A in 1983
NortonLifeLock Inc. is a prominent company in the field of consumer cyber safety, focusing on securing the digital lives of around 50 million users. The company offers a range of services designed to protect devices, identities, and online privacy, while also addressing the needs of families in an increasingly complex digital landscape. By providing reliable security solutions, NortonLifeLock aims to be a trusted partner for consumers navigating various online threats and challenges.