What is HUMAN?
Founded on the principle of protecting internet integrity, HUMAN emerged from a shared mission among its founders to disrupt the economics of cybercrime. The company specializes in safeguarding advertisers, enterprises, and brands from bot attacks, fraud, and digital abuse. HUMAN employs a unique 'modern defense' strategy, which has been instrumental in successful takedowns of major botnets such as 3ve, Methbot, PARETO, Scylla, and VASTFLUX. This approach highlights the company's commitment to staying ahead of the dynamic digital landscape and ensuring a human-centric internet.
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, Evolution VC Partners, and Paladin Capital Group
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 Vertex Ventures, Goldman Sachs, and Westcap
Key Investors in HUMAN
WestCap Group
WestCap Group is a financial services firm based in New York City, known for its involvement in various investment rounds. The firm operates within the financial services industry, contributing capital and strategic support to companies.
NightDragon
NightDragon is a venture capital firm specializing in the SecureTech industry, focusing on cybersecurity, AI, and national security. They invest in and advise mission-driven companies, leveraging their network to drive growth and innovation.
Vertex Ventures
Vertex Ventures US is an early-stage venture capital firm that supports founders creating a smarter digital economy through B2B software. They focus on partnering with and investing in early-stage infrastructure and SaaS companies.
What's next for HUMAN?
With its recent major strategic investment and a history of significant enterprise-level funding, HUMAN is poised for accelerated expansion and innovation in the cybersecurity sector. The company's focus on disrupting the economics of cybercrime, coupled with its proven success in neutralizing large-scale botnets, positions it as a key player in the fight against digital abuse. Future endeavors will likely involve further development of its modern defense strategies, expanding its market reach, and continuing to safeguard organizations against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. This strategic financing will empower HUMAN to enhance its technological capabilities and reinforce its mission to protect the integrity of the internet.
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