Adaptive Security, a New York-based provider of AI-powered social engineering prevention solutions, has raised $43 million in funding.
Investors
The round was led by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) and the OpenAI Startup Fund, with additional participation from Abstract Ventures, Eniac Ventures, CrossBeam Ventures, K5, and prominent executives from Google, Workday, Shopify, Plaid, and Paxos.
Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) is a venture capital firm that backs bold entrepreneurs shaping the future through technology. The firm invests in companies at various stages, from seed to growth, and manages $43 billion in assets across multiple funds.
The OpenAI Startup Fund is an investment initiative supporting early-stage AI startups tackling major challenges in healthcare, education, climate change, and other critical areas. It provides funding, access to OpenAI’s technology, computational resources, and mentorship.
Adaptive Security Use of Funds
The company will use the funds to scale its platform, which provides next-generation security training and AI attack simulations.
About Adaptive Security
Founded by Brian Long and Andrew Jones, Adaptive Security is a cybersecurity company that provides AI-powered social engineering prevention solutions. It focuses on defending against deepfake persona attacks, AI-driven phishing, and multi-channel social engineering threats. The company combines advanced AI simulations, real-time risk assessment, and security training, empowering organizations to proactively defend against emerging cyber threats. Adaptive Security serves financial institutions, tech firms, healthcare systems, and other high-risk industries.
Funding Details
Company: Adaptive Security, Inc.
Raised: $43.0M
Round: Series A
Funding Date: April 2025
Lead Investors: Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), OpenAI Startup Fund
Additional Investors: Abstract Ventures, Eniac Ventures, CrossBeam Ventures, K5, and executives from Google, Workday, Shopify, Plaid, and Paxos
Company Website: https://www.adaptivesecurity.com/
Software Category: Cybersecurity
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