Awz Ventures

Awz Ventures is a Toronto-based venture capital firm established in 2016, specializing in investments in early-stage Israeli companies. The firm focuses on sectors such as cybersecurity, intelligence, deep technology, physical security, and artificial intelligence. With a team composed of former senior executives from Israeli and Canadian intelligence and security agencies, as well as global business experts, Awz Ventures leverages its extensive networks and expertise to identify promising investment opportunities. In addition to financial backing, the firm is committed to providing mentorship and support services to help these emerging companies grow and succeed in their respective fields.

Yaron Ashkenazi

Co-Founder, Managing Partner and Board of Director

6 past transactions

Conbo.ai

Seed Round in 2023
Conbo.ai specializes in hardware-free real-time asset tracking, utilizing existing camera systems to monitor and analyze all moving objects within a facility. The company’s innovative solution enhances the capabilities of traditional tracking methods such as RFIDs and GPS, offering a more accurate, detailed, and flexible software-based alternative without the need for capital expenditures. By employing advanced data fusion methodologies and artificial intuition technology, Conbo.ai aims to improve global supply chain safety, transparency, and efficiency, particularly in maritime and offshore environments. Its technology not only facilitates monitoring at terminals and logistics centers but also addresses practical challenges like carbon emission reduction, equipment load balancing, risk management, and on-site workforce communication, thereby enabling facilities to operate smarter and more efficiently.

Newphotonics

Seed Round in 2021
NewPhotonics is a company focused on the development of innovative photonics technologies, specifically through the design of Photonics Engines and silicon photonics integrated circuits (PICs). These advanced optics chips aim to replace traditional complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) technology, offering efficient and cost-effective solutions for optical communications in hyper-scale data centers. By enhancing the transmission of data, NewPhotonics significantly reduces power consumption and improves reliability, effectively addressing data rate bottlenecks associated with compute and AI workloads. The company's commitment to innovation in the photonics sector positions it at the forefront of transforming optical services, providing manufacturers with solutions that lead to both energy savings and reduced material costs.

Cervello | Rail Cybersecurity

Venture Round in 2021
Cervello Ltd is a cybersecurity solutions provider focused on the railway sector, aiming to protect operational networks and safety systems from cyber threats. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, Cervello offers a range of services, including risk assessments, security architecture analysis, implementation reviews, and penetration testing. The company's platform provides railway operators with real-time intelligence, forensics, and visibility into the overall condition of their fleets. By combining expertise in cybersecurity with knowledge of railway operations and critical infrastructure, Cervello delivers innovative solutions that enhance the security of rail systems, helping operators, manufacturers, and suppliers mitigate risks and prevent incidents.

Nanolock Security

Venture Round in 2017
NanoLock Security Inc. specializes in cloud-to-flash security and management solutions for Internet of Things (IoT) and connected edge devices, focusing on sectors such as smart cities, infrastructure, automotive, and telecommunications. Established in 2016 and headquartered in New York, the company provides a zero-trust, device-level protection system that safeguards connected devices against various cyber threats, including insider attacks, supply chain vulnerabilities, and human errors. NanoLock's offerings include secured firmware updates, real-time status alerts, and forensic data, making them essential for critical infrastructures like industrial firms and utilities. The company collaborates with major partners and has a global presence, serving clients in countries such as Japan, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, the Netherlands, India, Singapore, and the United States. Recognized for its innovative approach, NanoLock has received multiple industry awards, highlighting its commitment to enhancing cybersecurity for billions of devices that traditional technologies cannot adequately protect.

MinerEye

Seed Round in 2017
MinerEye Ltd. is a company based in Ganei Am, Israel, that specializes in artificial intelligence software for data discovery and classification. Its flagship product, VisionGrid, empowers organizations to identify, analyze, and manage sensitive data, enhancing data privacy and compliance efforts. MinerEye is recognized for its innovative approach to interpretive data classification, utilizing advanced computer vision and machine learning technologies to track sensitive information across global networks and within unstructured data environments, often referred to as "dark data." The company’s automated tool, DataTracker, streamlines the identification and classification of unstructured data, enabling enterprises to detect non-compliant data efficiently. By analyzing data patterns and providing alerts regarding conflicts or potential violations, MinerEye facilitates proactive policy enforcement and helps organizations maintain data integrity and compliance.

Octopus software

Venture Round in 2017
Octopus Software, founded in 2013 and based in Bnei Brak, Israel, specializes in cloud-enabled Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) systems and mobile applications. The company's solutions are designed to help organizations across various sectors, including critical infrastructure, emergency response, municipalities, and healthcare, to manage their security, safety, and logistical needs effectively. Octopus Software integrates a comprehensive security management system with a mobile application, allowing users to streamline operations and utilize mobile devices as sensors for enhanced security management. The company's aim is to provide a holistic approach to physical security, enabling organizations to safeguard people, information, and assets efficiently.
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