Cylake Secures $45 Million to Protect Organizations from Cloud Security Barriers
Cylake Emerges with $45 Million Seed Funding for Cybersecurity Platform
A new cybersecurity startup, Cylake, has emerged with a $45 million seed funding round led by Greylock Partners. The company is developing a platform designed for highly regulated organizations that are prohibited from using public cloud services due to security and regulatory concerns.
Founders Bring Extensive Cybersecurity Experience
Cylake’s co-founders, Nir Zuk, Wilson Xu, and Ehud Shamir, bring extensive experience in the cybersecurity industry. Zuk, the company’s CEO, previously served as the CTO of Palo Alto Networks for over two decades. Shamir, the chief architect, co-founded SentinelOne in 2013 and worked at Palo Alto Networks as a distinguished software developer and security researcher. Xu, the chief development officer, spent over a decade as an engineering VP at Palo Alto Networks. René Bonvanie, previously the CMO of Palo Alto Networks, has also joined the company.
Cylake Platform Offers AI-Driven, Data-Centric Protection
The Cylake platform is intended to provide AI-driven, data-centric protection with a focus on data and operational sovereignty. It is designed to operate entirely on-premises or in a private cloud, making it suitable for organizations that require complete control over their data and security infrastructure.
“You need AI-native cybersecurity that works at scale, on complete data, under your control, and without adding yet another layer of fragmentation,” Zuk explained.
The platform is expected to become generally available in early 2027, with the seed funding enabling Cylake to complete its development. The company’s solution aims to address the unique security challenges faced by highly regulated organizations, providing them with a robust and scalable cybersecurity platform that meets their specific needs.
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