What is Cato Networks?
Cato Networks provides a comprehensive cloud-native platform that integrates networking and security into a single, seamless service. By leveraging a SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) framework, the company enables organizations to securely connect users, applications, and physical locations without the operational overhead of traditional, siloed hardware. This approach not only simplifies global network management but also enhances security posture, providing granular control and visibility across complex, modern IT ecosystems. The company's market position is defined by its ability to bridge the gap between legacy connectivity requirements and the agility demanded by cloud-first digital transformation initiatives.
How much funding has Cato Networks raised?
Cato Networks has raised a total of $1.2B across 9 funding rounds:
Series A
$20M
Series B
$30M
Series C
$55M
Other Financing Round
$77M
Series E
$130M
Series F
$200M
Other Financing Round
$238M
Series G
$359M
Other Financing Round
$50M
Series A (2015): $20M, investors not publicly disclosed
Series B (2016): $30M led by Greylock Partners, U.S. Venture Partners, and Aspect Ventures
Series C (2019): $55M supported by Singtel Innov8, Lightspeed Venture Partners, U.S. Venture Partners, Aspect Ventures, and Greylock Partners
Other Financing Round (2020): $77M featuring Greylock Partners, Shlomo Kramer, Aspect Ventures, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Singtel Innov8, and U.S. Venture Partners
Series E (2020): $130M backed by Singtel Innov8, Greylock Partners, Aspect Ventures/Acrew Capital, Coatue, and Lightspeed Venture Partners
Series F (2021): $200M with participation from Singtel Innov8, Greylock Partners, Acrew Capital Management, Coatue, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and Aspect Ventures
Other Financing Round (2023): $238M led by Softbank Vision Fund, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Adams Street Partners, Sixty Degree Capital, and Singtel Innov8
Series G (2025): $359M supported by ION Asset Management, Adams Street Partners, Vitruvian Partners, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and Acrew Capital
Other Financing Round (2025): $50M, investors not publicly disclosed
Key Investors in Cato Networks
Lightspeed Venture Partners
A global multistage venture capital firm that raises dedicated funds and invests in early and growth-stage technology companies across sectors such as enterprise software, consumer, fintech, and infrastructure.
Singtel Innov8
The venture capital arm of the Singapore telecommunications group, focusing on strategic investments in cloud, network infrastructure, and cybersecurity to foster innovation across the Asia Pacific region.
Acrew Capital
A multidisciplinary venture capital firm that provides long-term partnership and strategic support to companies from early-stage development through growth-stage scaling.
What's next for Cato Networks?
With this latest infusion of capital, Cato Networks is well-positioned to accelerate its global expansion and deepen its technological moat. The company is expected to focus on scaling its SASE capabilities to meet the evolving demands of enterprise-level security, particularly as AI-driven threats and remote work paradigms continue to reshape the cybersecurity landscape. By maintaining its commitment to a unified, software-defined architecture, Cato Networks is poised to capture further market share from traditional networking incumbents, potentially setting the stage for future strategic milestones or public market entry as it continues to mature its operational footprint.
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