What is Aqua Security?
Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, Aqua Security is a prominent player in the cybersecurity sector, specializing in the protection of enterprise cloud-native, container-based, and serverless applications and infrastructure. Their comprehensive platform addresses security needs from the development pipeline through to production environments, offering a robust solution for organizations navigating the complexities of modern cloud architectures. The company's focus on securing the entire lifecycle of cloud-native applications positions it as a critical partner for businesses undergoing digital transformation.
How much funding has Aqua Security raised?
Aqua Security has raised a total of $326M across 7 funding rounds:
Other Financing Round
$4M
Series A
$9M
Series B
$25M
Series C
$62M
Debt
$1M
Series D
$30M
Series E
$195M
Other Financing Round (2015): $4M with participation from Shlomo Kramer and TLV Partners
Series A (2016): $9M led by M12, TLV Partners, and Shlomo Kramer
Series B (2017): $25M, investors not publicly disclosed
Series C (2019): $62M featuring Shlomo Kramer, M12, Insight Partners, TLV Partners, and Lightspeed Venture Partners
Debt (2020): $1M backed by PPP
Series D (2020): $30M with participation from Greenspring Associates, Insight Partners, TLV Partners, and Lightspeed Venture Partners
Series E (2024): $195M led by TLV Partners, Evolution Equity Partners, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Insight Partners, Acrew Capital, ION Crossover Partners, M12 Ventures, and Greenspring Associates
Key Investors in Aqua Security
Evolution Equity Partners
Evolution Equity Partners is an international venture capital firm that specializes in cybersecurity investments, partnering with visionary entrepreneurs to build market-leading companies.
Lightspeed Venture Partners
Lightspeed Venture Partners is a global multistage venture capital firm that raises dedicated funds and invests in early and growthstage technology companies across sectors such as enterprise software, consumer, fintech, and infrastructure.
Insight Partners
Insight Partners is a global venture capital and private equity firm that invests in high-growth software and internet businesses. Their platform supports portfolio company leaders as they scale.
What's next for Aqua Security?
The substantial capital infusion, particularly the recent major strategic investment, positions Aqua Security for accelerated growth and market expansion. This financing is expected to fuel further research and development, enhance product offerings, and strengthen its global sales and marketing efforts. As enterprises increasingly adopt cloud-native technologies, the demand for sophisticated security solutions like Aqua Security's is set to rise. The company is well-poised to capitalize on this trend, potentially leading to further scaling, strategic partnerships, or market consolidation within the cybersecurity landscape.
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