Cyberstarts

Early-stage venture capital firm focused exclusively on financing and mentoring startups within the cybersecurity sector.

Venture Capital Mikhmoret, Israel Est. 2018
Last updated 2026-09-07
Portfolio
2
in our dataset
Rounds participated
10
Rounds led
2
Rounds' value
$2.4B
total disclosed, rounds participated
Stages
Pre-Seed, Seed, Early Stage Venture, Series A, Series B

About

Cyberstarts is an early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2018 by Gili Raanan, focusing exclusively on financing and mentoring startups within the cybersecurity sector. The firm operates from its headquarters in Mikhmoret, Israel, and employs a "Sunrise" methodology, which involves close collaboration with founding teams from inception. Cyberstarts leverages a network of top cybersecurity leaders and CISOs to provide strategic guidance, market insights, and talent acquisition support to its portfolio companies.

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Q&A

What is Cyberstarts' primary investment focus?
Cyberstarts is an early-stage venture capital firm that focuses exclusively on financing and mentoring startups within the cybersecurity sector.
When was Cyberstarts founded and by whom?
Cyberstarts was founded in 2018 by Gili Raanan.
What is Cyberstarts' total AUM?
Cyberstarts has a total of $1.4 billion in assets under management.
What is Cyberstarts' typical check size for investments?
Cyberstarts typically invests between $1 million and $5 million per company.
What are the most recent funds raised by Cyberstarts?
Cyberstarts raised the Cyberstarts Scale fund in 2023 with $480 million, and in 2025, they raised the Employee Liquidity Fund with $300 million and Opportunity Fund II with $380 million.
Which investment stages does Cyberstarts target?
Cyberstarts targets Pre-Seed, Seed, Early Stage Venture, Series A, and Series B investment stages.
Where is Cyberstarts headquartered?
Cyberstarts is headquartered in Mikhmoret, Israel.
Who are some of the key partners at Cyberstarts?
Key partners at Cyberstarts include Gili Raanan (Founder, General Partner), Lior Simon (General Partner), Hila Zigman (General Partner), and Dor Knafo (General Partner).
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