Cyera, the leader in AI-native data security, has closed a $400 million Series F funding round, tripling its valuation to $9 billion in just over twelve months. Led by Blackstone, the round brings Cyera’s total investment to $1.7 billion, signaling a massive market shift toward specialized security for autonomous AI systems.
The Rise of Agentic AI and Enterprise Risk
The surge in capital is driven by the rapid adoption of Agentic AI systems that act autonomously to execute business processes. While these agents increase efficiency, they also expand the “attack surface” of enterprise data.
“Enterprises recognize that AI without governance is a risk they cannot afford,” says Yotam Segev, Co-founder and CEO of Cyera. The company’s mission is to provide the “cornerstone of enterprise trust” by ensuring data remains secure as it moves through these autonomous workflows.
Market Momentum: By the Numbers
Cyera has transitioned from a niche startup to a global infrastructure player:
- Fortune 500 Penetration: Currently secures 20% of the Fortune 500 across finance, healthcare, and tech.
- Revenue Growth: Achieved 4× YoY growth, making it one of the top 10 fastest-growing companies globally.
- Global Footprint: Now operating in 15 countries with a workforce of over 1,100 professionals.
- Strategic Alliances: Deep integrations with Microsoft Purview, AWS, and Cohesity.
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A Unified Security Stack for 2026
As organizations move away from fragmented security tools, Cyera is doubling down on a unified platform that integrates:
- DSPM (Data Security Posture Management): Real-time visibility into where sensitive data lives.
- AI Guardian Suite: A new toolset specifically designed to monitor and govern how AI models interact with proprietary data.
- Identity Controls: Ensuring only authorized entities (human or AI) access sensitive silos.
Blackstone’s Take: Vishal Amin, Senior Managing Director at Blackstone, notes that Cyera is at the center of a “category-defining moment,” providing the visibility required to eliminate the blind spots created by rapid AI scaling.
The Path Ahead
Cyera plans to use the $400M infusion to accelerate product innovation and ecosystem integrations. For C-suite leaders, the message is clear: Data security is no longer a secondary IT concern it is the foundational requirement for any responsible AI strategy.
