Protego Ventures

Protego Ventures is an Israel-based fund investing in early-growth companies driving innovation in critical areas of defense technology.

Venture Capital Active Herzliya, Israel Est. 2024
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Last updated 2026-07-20
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A Round, Seed, Pre-Seed

About

Protego Ventures is a $150 million defense fund based in Israel, dedicated to addressing the critical defense and security needs of Israel and the global community. The firm invests in early-growth companies across key defense areas, including sensors, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and machine learning, drones, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Protego Ventures aims to support innovative companies, provide meaningful returns for investors, and contribute to advancements in defense and security.

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Investment activity

1 portfolio exit on record.

Portfolio by sector

Industrial Technologies1
Aerospace, Defense & HLS1

Funds · 1

  • 1 — $50M Aug 2024

Q&A

What is Protego Ventures' primary investment focus?
Protego Ventures is an Israel-based fund that invests in early-growth startups specializing in sensors, data analysis, big data, artificial intelligence, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), aiming to address critical defense and security challenges.
When was Protego Ventures founded?
Protego Ventures was founded in 2024.
What investment stages does Protego Ventures typically target?
Protego Ventures targets Pre-Seed, Seed, and A Round investment stages.
Which notable companies are in Protego Ventures' portfolio?
Protego Ventures' portfolio includes Prisma Photonics, which focuses on utility monitoring for large-scale infrastructure, and XTEND, which develops human-guided autonomous systems.
Has Protego Ventures had any exits?
Yes, Protego Ventures had an exit in February 2026 with XTEND, which completed a Reverse Merger event and is listed on NASDAQ.
What is the sector concentration of Protego Ventures' portfolio?
Protego Ventures' portfolio shows concentration in Aerospace, Defense & HLS, and Industrial Technologies sectors.
What is the most recent fund raised by Protego Ventures?
Protego Ventures raised Fund 1 with an amount of $50M in August 2024.
Who are the co-founders of Protego Ventures?
Lee Moser is a Co-Founder & General Partner, and Lital Leshem is also a Co-Founder of Protego Ventures.
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