What is zeroRISC?
Founded in 2023 by original members of Google's OpenTitan project, zeroRISC is pioneering the first commercial cloud security service built upon the OpenTitan open-source silicon root of trust (RoT). This foundation provides unparalleled transparency and reliability for critical infrastructure. The company's focus on open-source silicon security positions it to address the increasing demand for trustworthy hardware in data centers, operational technology (OT), industrial control systems (ICS), and the Internet of Things (IoT).
How much funding has zeroRISC raised?
zeroRISC has raised a total of $15M across 2 funding rounds:
Angel/Seed
$5M
Seed
$10M
Angel/Seed (2023): $5M with participation from Cambridge Angels
Seed (2025): $10M led by Fontinalis Partners, Bond Street, SBXi Website Design, Fundomo, and Chelpis
Key Investors in zeroRISC
Cambridge Angels
Cambridge Angels is a UK-based business angel network that provides smart capital and expertise to early-stage technology companies, with a strong focus on supporting entrepreneurs with prior successful exits.
Fontinalis Partners
Fontinalis Partners is a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments within the mobility, industrial innovation, and energy sectors, backing transformative technologies and ambitious founders.
SBXi Website Design
SBXi is an initiative focused on providing equity funding to MIT alumni, supporting their ventures with investments ranging from $10K to $1M, and facilitating connections with lead investors.
What's next for zeroRISC?
With this significant strategic investment, zeroRISC is poised for accelerated growth and market penetration. The company's commitment to leveraging the OpenTitan project for commercial cloud security solutions indicates a strategic direction focused on establishing a new standard for hardware-based trust. Future developments are likely to center on expanding their service offerings, forging key partnerships within the enterprise and IoT sectors, and further solidifying their position as a leader in secure silicon solutions.
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