What is HUMAN?
Founded in a Brooklyn sci-fi bookstore, HUMAN has evolved into a sophisticated defense platform dedicated to protecting the internet from bot attacks, digital fraud, and sophisticated cybercrime. The company utilizes a unique modern defense methodology to safeguard advertisers, enterprises, and brands. By disrupting the economics of cybercrime, HUMAN has established a proven track record, including the successful takedowns of major botnets such as 3ve, Methbot, and VASTFLUX. Its market position is defined by its proactive, intelligence-led approach to threat mitigation, ensuring that the digital ecosystem remains secure for legitimate human interaction.
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 Grotech Ventures, Paladin Capital Group, and Evolution VC Partners
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 Westcap, Vertex Ventures, and Goldman Sachs
Key Investors in HUMAN
NightDragon
A leading venture capital firm specializing in the SecureTech industry, focusing on cybersecurity, defense, artificial intelligence, and national security.
Vertex Ventures
An early-stage venture capital firm that supports founders creating a smarter digital economy through B2B software and infrastructure solutions.
Goldman Sachs
A leading global investment banking and management firm providing strategic advisory and capital market services to institutional clients.
What's next for HUMAN?
With the successful closure of this major strategic investment, HUMAN is well-positioned to accelerate its technological roadmap and expand its footprint in the global SecureTech landscape. The company is expected to leverage this capital to enhance its artificial intelligence capabilities and deepen its defensive moat against emerging threats. As the digital landscape grows increasingly complex, HUMAN's focus remains on scaling its infrastructure to provide comprehensive protection for enterprise clients, ensuring that its defensive strategies remain ahead of adversarial innovation. The firm's continued growth trajectory suggests a sustained commitment to maintaining the integrity of the internet through advanced, human-centric security solutions.
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