Venture capital markets have cooled over the past two years, with global fundraising dropping sharply from record highs in 2021. Yet one corner of the market, particularly cybersecurity and AI, continues to command investor confidence. That reality was underscored this week as Glilot Capital announced a fresh $500 million raise, bringing the Israeli venture capital firm’s assets under management to more than $1 billion.
For a firm that has built its reputation on early bets in cybersecurity and enterprise software, the raise signals both resilience and opportunity. “This raise reflects the confidence global financial institutions have in our unique investment model and track record of performance,” said Kobi Samboursky, Co-Founder & Managing Partner. “We are proud to partner with investors who share our vision of supporting extraordinary entrepreneurs building disruptive technologies that shape the future of enterprise software and cybersecurity.”
Doubling Down on Expertise
The funding will be split between Glilot Seed, aimed at identifying early-stage innovators, and Glilot Plus, which targets high-growth companies scaling globally. Together, the two vehicles give the firm flexibility to invest across the lifecycle of cybersecurity and AI startups, a necessity as competition intensifies for both seed-stage innovation and late-stage market leaders.
The firm is also expanding its leadership ranks, naming Rinat Remler as its fifth partner. Remler joins as an operating partner focused on strengthening portfolio support and accelerating international scale. “We are thrilled to welcome Rinat Remler as our newest partner,” said Co-Founder & Managing Partner Arik Kleinstein. “Rinat brings deep operational expertise and a strong track record of working alongside founders to scale globally. Her addition strengthens our ability to provide hands-on support for entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey.”
A Decade of Results
Founded in 2011, Glilot has amassed a track record that places it among the most consistently successful VCs in the world. Its debut fund famously posted an 8-for-8 exit record, and the firm has since chalked up 22 exits across its portfolio.
The roster of companies backed by Glilot reflects the shifting priorities of global enterprises: AtBay, a leader in cyber insurance; UpStream, specializing in automotive cybersecurity; and ScaleOps, advancing financial operations. Acquisitions such as Palo Alto’s purchase of Cider Security and Rapyd7’s acquisition of IntSights cement Glilot’s reputation for spotting breakout startups early. Meanwhile, new bets like Noma, an AI security firm that raised $100 million in Series B financing, highlight its conviction in the convergence of AI and security.
The Value Creation Playbook
Beyond capital, Glilot emphasizes what it calls its “value creation engine,” a system designed to help startups accelerate go-to-market efforts, forge partnerships with Fortune 1000 companies, and tap into deep sector expertise. Glilot has made this its largest department, signifying its belief that operational support is as vital as financial backing.
“This new capital not only validates our past performance but also empowers us to continue and grow our Cyber and AI philosophy,” Samboursky said. “We deeply believe in the Israeli ecosystem and will continue to lead investments in the best local and global talent.”
Looking Forward
Cybersecurity spending worldwide is projected to keep rising sharply as organizations confront escalating threats, regulatory demands, and the integration of AI into every layer of business operations. With $1 billion under management and a sharpened focus on both seed and growth stages, Glilot Capital is positioning itself to be a central player in that evolution.
In a venture market increasingly defined by specialization, Glilot’s blend of performance history, operational support, and global expansion ambitions makes it a bellwether for how firms can adapt and thrive as the next decade of cyber and AI innovation unfolds.
