Glilot Capital Partners

Glilot Capital Partners is an Israel-based venture capital firm focused on cybersecurity and software startups at the Seed and Series A stages.

Venture Capital Active Herzliya, Israel Est. 2011
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Last updated 2026-07-20
Portfolio
16
in our dataset
Rounds participated
25
Rounds led
9
Rounds' value
$765.9M
total disclosed, rounds participated
Stages
B Round, E Round, C Round, A Round, Seed, Pre-Seed, D Round, Series A, Series B, Mature

About

Glilot Capital Partners is an Israeli venture capital firm founded in 2011. It invests in early to growth-stage companies, primarily in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, cloud infrastructure, fintech, and SaaS. The firm operates with a dual fund structure: Glilot Seed for early-stage investments and Glilot+ for post-Series A funding. Glilot Capital provides hands-on support, strategic guidance, and access to a global network to its portfolio companies. The firm has launched five funds, bringing total assets under management to about $1 billion.

Portfolio · 16

Bloom Security
Bloom is a new breed of endpoint security, designed as a complete solution for the realities of AI-driven work.
Led ★ 1 round $20.0M committed Latest: 2026-07
Stealth Mode Startup
A company operating in secrecy, limiting public knowledge until launch.
1 round $6.0M committed Latest: 2026-07
ScaleOps
ScaleOps provides an autonomous cloud and AI infrastructure resource management platform that optimizes Kubernetes workloads in real-time.
Led ★ 3 rounds $203.0M committed Latest: 2026-03
Niv Ai
Optimizing GPU power consumption in data centers to unlock stranded electrical capacity for AI.
Led ★ 1 round $12.0M committed Latest: 2026-03
Appcharge
Direct-to-consumer platform for mobile game publishers to maximize profits through owning player relationships.
1 round $58.0M committed Latest: 2025-08
LayerX Security
LayerX Security provides an AI-powered browser security platform that transforms any browser into a secure and manageable workspace.
Led ★ 3 rounds $44.5M committed Latest: 2025-04
Quantum Machines
Quantum Machines develops control and operation systems for quantum computers, integrating quantum and classical operations with hardware and software platforms.
1 round $170.0M committed Latest: 2025-02
Gomboc AI Inc.
Gomboc AI provides a deterministic AI platform to automatically fix misconfigurations in cloud infrastructure.
1 round $8.0M committed Latest: 2025-02
Cyolo
Cyolo provides a secure connectivity platform for operational technology (OT) and critical infrastructure, offering secure remote privileged access and Zero Trust microsegmentation.
Led ★ 2 rounds $81.0M committed Latest: 2022-06
Ermetic
Ermetic provides an identity-first cloud infrastructure security platform for holistic, multi-cloud protection.
Led ★ 2 rounds $87.3M committed Latest: 2021-12
PayEm
A global spend and procurement platform that automates finance processes from request to reconciliation.
1 round $20.0M committed Latest: 2021-09
Flow
Provider of AI-enabled smart cart solution for offline retailers.
1 round $5.0M committed Latest: 2021-06
ICS Security
An Israeli company specializing in cybersecurity for Industrial Control Systems (ICS), offering solutions to protect critical infrastructure.
1 round $18.0M committed Latest: 2019-03
Upstream Security
Cloud-based, AI-powered cybersecurity and data management solutions for connected vehicles, smart mobility, and the IoT ecosystem.
Led ★ 2 rounds $11.0M committed Latest: 2017-12
YouAppi
A performance-based mobile app marketing and retargeting platform for premium app publishers and brands.
Led ★ 3 rounds $17.1M committed Latest: 2016-02
GroundedOps
Grounded Operations offers design, installation, maintenance, and consulting for composting toilets and graywater systems.
Led ★ 1 round $5.0M committed

Investment activity

22 portfolio exits on record.

Portfolio by sector

Cyber Security29
Business Software17
Fintech & Insurtech5
Media & Entertainment Technologies2
Undisclosed1
Health Tech & Life Sciences1
Energy Tech1

Funds · 7

  • Glilot+ — $250M Sep 2025
  • 5 — $250M Sep 2025
  • 4 — $220M Mar 2022
  • Fund — $180M Jan 2021
  • 3 — $110M Oct 2018
  • 2 — $77M May 2015
  • 1 — $30M Nov 2012

Q&A

What is Glilot Capital Partners' primary investment focus?
Glilot Capital Partners primarily invests in Cybersecurity and Enterprise Software companies. The firm was founded in 2011 as the world's first cyber-focused VC.
What was a recent notable exit for Glilot Capital Partners?
In May 2026, Glilot Capital Partners had a notable exit with LayerX Security, which was acquired by Akamai Technologies for $205M.
Which fund is Glilot Capital Partners currently investing from?
Glilot Capital Partners is currently investing from its 4th seed fund and its first early growth fund, Glilot+.
Can you name a significant acquisition of a Glilot Capital Partners portfolio company in 2023?
In September 2023, Glilot Capital Partners saw Ermetic acquired by Tenable for $265M. Also in September 2023, Atmosec was acquired by Check Point Software Technologies.
What is the total amount raised for Glilot Capital Partners' most recent funds?
Glilot Capital Partners raised $250M for its Glilot+ fund and $250M for its Fund 5, both in September 2025.
What is Glilot Capital Partners' investment stage focus?
Glilot Capital Partners invests across various stages including Pre-Seed, Seed, A Round, B Round, C Round, D Round, and E Round.
How many portfolio companies does Glilot Capital Partners have in the Cybersecurity sector?
Glilot Capital Partners has 29 portfolio companies in the Cybersecurity sector, making it their most concentrated area of investment.
Who are the co-founders of Glilot Capital Partners?
Glilot Capital Partners was co-founded by Kobi Samboursky and Arik Kleinstein in 2011.
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