US-Bulgarian WiseBee secures $2.5M in pre-seed funding to scale AI-powered cybersecurity platform

WiseBee, a New York-based AI-driven cybersecurity company with R&D center in Sofia witch provides autonomous, on-demand security solutions for mid-market businesses, secured $2.5 million in a pre-seed funding round led by Frontline Ventures and BrightCap Ventures, the Recursive reports. 

About WiseBee 

• WiseBee, headquartered in New York with a research and development center in Sofia, was founded by Stoyan Stoyanov and Taha Kazi. The company offers an AI-driven cybersecurity platform designed to act as an autonomous, on-demand security team for mid-market businesses, providing robust protection without the need for a large, in-house security workforce.

• It provides continuous real-time monitoring, threat detection, and neutralization, ensuring organizations can stay ahead of cyber risks without needing an extensive security team. The platform delivers scalable, cost-effective, and enterprise-grade security, specifically tailored for the needs of growing businesses.

Investment details

The round led by Frontline Ventures and BrightCap Ventures.

• Frontline Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Ireland. It focuses on early-stage B2B startups, particularly in software and internet sectors, with a strong emphasis on helping European companies expand into the U.S. market. 

• Sofia-based BrightCap Ventures invests in global founders who leverage local engineering talent, helping them by providing entrepreneurial experience and extensive global network. 

• Earlier this year, the company invested in US software platform Tow4Tech.

The raised funds will allow WiseBee to scale its AI-powered autonomous cyber defense platform, enhance integration capabilities, and expand its team globally.

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