What is HUMAN?
Founded in a Brooklyn sci-fi bookstore, HUMAN has evolved into a sophisticated cybersecurity powerhouse dedicated to disrupting the economics of cybercrime. By leveraging a unique approach to modern defense, the company provides robust protection for advertisers, enterprises, and global brands. Their market position is solidified by high-profile takedowns of malicious botnets such as 3ve, Methbot, and VASTFLUX. As a leader in digital integrity, HUMAN continues to innovate, ensuring that the digital landscape remains secure against evolving threats through advanced detection and mitigation technologies.
How much funding has HUMAN raised?
HUMAN has raised a total of $183.1M across 5 funding rounds:
Angel/Seed
$2M
Series A
$11.1M
Series B
$20M
Unspecified
$100M
Other Financing Round
$50M
Angel/Seed (2013): $2M with participation from BON Capital Partners
Series A (2014): $11.1M led by Paladin Capital Group, Evolution VC Partners, and Grotech Ventures
Series B (2016): $20M supported by Grotech Ventures and Paladin Capital Group
Unspecified (2022): $100M featuring WestCap Group and NightDragon
Other Financing Round (2024): $50M backed by Goldman Sachs, Westcap, and Vertex Ventures
Key Investors in HUMAN
Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs is a leading global investment banking, securities, and investment management firm providing comprehensive financial services and strategic advisory to institutional clients worldwide.
Westcap
Westcap Mgt. Ltd. is a prominent private equity and venture capital fund manager specializing in partnering with high-growth companies to provide both capital and strategic guidance.
Vertex Ventures
Vertex Ventures US is an early-stage venture capital firm that supports founders creating a smarter digital economy through B2B software and infrastructure investments.
What's next for HUMAN?
With the support of its latest major strategic investment, HUMAN is well-positioned to scale its operations and further refine its defensive capabilities. The company is expected to focus on expanding its footprint within the enterprise security market, leveraging its proven track record to capture additional market share. As cyber threats become increasingly complex, HUMAN's commitment to playing to win suggests a future roadmap centered on technological advancement, potential market expansion, and the continued development of its core mission to protect the digital economy from sophisticated abuse.
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