Nadir Izrael

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Portfolio · 8

Aryon Security

Aryon Security is a Cloud Security Enforcement Platform that prevents cloud risks before deployment.

1 round $29.0M committed Latest: 2026-06

Pi Analytics Ltd.

Pi Analytics develops sophisticated algorithms for financial trading, utilizing cutting-edge machine learning and artificial intelligence models to predict short-term asset movements.

2 rounds $35.0M committed Latest: 2026-06

Attestable

Attestable is developing an 'AI trust-layer' to ensure system integrity by verifying AI models, prompts, and outputs.

1 round $20.0M committed Latest: 2026-02

Atero AI

AI infrastructure software startup optimizing GPU utilization and performance for large-scale enterprise AI inference workloads, including LLMs.

1 round $12.0M committed Latest: 2024-09

Pi-Harvest Ltd.

Develops unique technology to increase the output of piezoelectric materials for micro-generators and sensors.

1 round $30.0M committed Latest: 2023-11

Velocity

Building monetization and distribution infrastructure for AI applications.

1 round $17.0M committed Latest: 2021-11

Fireblocks

Fireblocks is the world's most trusted digital asset infrastructure company, empowering organizations to build, manage, and grow their business on the blockchain.

1 round $310.0M committed Latest: 2021-07

Wiz

Wiz connects code, cloud, and runtime into a single security graph that provides the end-to-end context required to automate risk reduction and threat response, enabling security teams to operate at AI speed.

1 round $120.0M committed Latest: 2020-12

Investment activity

2 portfolio exits on record.

Q&A

What is Nadir Izrael's primary investment focus as an angel investor?

Nadir Izrael primarily focuses on early-stage startups, particularly in cybersecurity, enterprise tech, and deep tech. He offers both strategic mentorship and technical insight.

Which notable exits has Nadir Izrael had in his portfolio?

Nadir Izrael has had two notable exits: Wiz, acquired by Google for $32 billion in March 2025, and Talon Cyber Security, acquired by Palo Alto Networks for $625 million in November 2023.

What are some of Nadir Izrael's recent portfolio companies?

Nadir Izrael's recent portfolio companies include Ocean Security, an agentic email security platform founded in 2024, and Backslash Security, an application security platform founded in 2022.

In which funding stages does Nadir Izrael typically invest?

Nadir Izrael typically invests in Seed and A Round stages, with some investments extending to C Round and D Round.

What is Nadir Izrael's background before becoming an angel investor?

Before becoming an angel investor, Nadir Izrael co-founded and served as CTO of Armis Security. He also served in the elite cyber-intelligence Unit 8200 of the IDF.

Which sector has Nadir Izrael invested in the most?

Nadir Izrael has shown a strong concentration in the Cyber Security sector, with 7 out of 8 portfolio companies and both exits being in this area.

Can you name a recent Seed round investment by Nadir Izrael?

Nadir Izrael invested in Piiano, a data privacy engineering company for the cloud, which raised a $9M Seed round in 2021.

What is the most recent investment round recorded for Nadir Izrael?

The most recent investment round recorded for Nadir Izrael is in Ocean Security, which raised an A Round in September 2024.