Mindgard Raises $8M to Secure AI Systems and Expand into the U.S.
Mindgard is redefining AI security by offering an advanced platform that identifies, mitigates, and manages AI-specific threats.
Company Name: Mindgard
Location: London, UK
Industry: AI Security
Funding Details:
Amount: $8M
Investors: .406 Ventures (Lead), Atlantic Bridge, Willowtree Investments, IQ Capital, Lakestar
Purpose of Investment:
The funds will support Mindgard’s R&D acceleration and expansion into the U.S., establishing a leadership presence in Boston.
Leadership:
CEO: Dr. Peter Garraghan
New Executives: Dave Ganly (former Director of Product at Twilio), Fergal Glynn (former CMO at Next DLP, acquired by Fortinet)
Product:
Mindgard’s Artificial Intelligence Security Testing platform ensures AI systems are protected from threats that traditional security tools can’t address. Key features include:
- DAST-AI (Dynamic Application Security Testing for AI): Continuous AI security testing with automated AI red teaming.
- AI Lifecycle Security: Enabling actionable and auditable security throughout AI development.
- Seamless Integration: Designed for security teams, developers, AI red teamers, and pentesters.
About the Company:
Mindgard is redefining AI security by offering an advanced platform that identifies, mitigates, and manages AI-specific threats. With its recent funding, expanded leadership team, and Boston expansion, the company is poised to become a global leader in safeguarding AI-driven technologies.
