CloudSEK Secures $19M Funding Boost to Expand Global AI Cyber Threat Intelligence Operations
CloudSEK, an innovative cybersecurity company specializing in AI-driven threat prediction, has successfully secured $19 million in funding through its Series A2 and B1 rounds. This significant investment will further enhance its capabilities in providing cutting-edge cyber intelligence solutions.
Investment Details and Participating Investors
The latest funding round attracted a diverse group of investors from both India and the US. Notable participants include:
- MassMutual Ventures
- Inflexor Ventures
- Prana Ventures
- Tenacity Ventures
- Commvault
Previous investors such as the Meeran Family (founders of Eastern Group), StartupXSeed, Neon Fund, and Exfinity Ventures also reaffirmed their commitment to CloudSEK’s vision of proactive cybersecurity.
About CloudSEK
Founded in 2015 by cybersecurity researcher Rahul Sasi, CloudSEK is at the forefront of predictive cybersecurity. The company’s platform is designed to identify potential cyber breaches by analyzing early indicators such as:
- Leaked credentials
- Exposed APIs
- Compromised vendors
This proactive approach allows CloudSEK to flag threats before they escalate into serious incidents, setting it apart from traditional cybersecurity tools that react post-attack.
Use of Funds
The newly acquired capital will primarily focus on:
- Accelerating product development, especially AI models and integration capabilities
- Supporting global expansion efforts, particularly in the US market, which is currently its fastest-growing region
Client Base and Industry Impact
CloudSEK currently serves over 250 enterprises across various sectors, including:
- Banking
- Healthcare
- Technology
- Public sector
The platform’s effectiveness is reflected in its impressive 4.8-star rating on Gartner Peer Insights from nearly 200 reviews, making it one of the most highly-rated vendors in the cybersecurity space.
Leadership Insights
In a statement, Rahul Sasi, CEO of CloudSEK, emphasized the company’s mission: “We built CloudSEK to predict the initial attack vector and stop threats before they hit the headlines with the goal of preventing threats before they escalate.”
Rohit Razdan, a partner at Tenacity Ventures, expressed excitement about the partnership, stating, “CloudSEK has created a great product based on cutting-edge AI, appropriate for the security needs of top global companies.”
Growth Metrics
CloudSEK’s vice president of finance, Kalyan Kumar Vattipalli, revealed that the company has achieved threefold growth in annual recurring revenue (ARR) over the past two years, significantly outpacing industry standards.
For more information about CloudSEK and its innovative cybersecurity solutions, visit their official website.
