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Gili Raanan, Cyberstarts, and the Prefect Storm of Cybersecurity

In an exclusive interview with Bloomberg, Cyberstarts founder Gili Raanan shared that the firm's first fund has achieved an impressive 170% annual return since 2018, showcasing the rapid growth of Israel's cybersecurity sector.

The article highlights Cyberstarts' focus on Israeli cybersecurity startups, with backing from major investors like Sequoia Capital. Raanan noted that increasing cybersecurity budgets, driven by threats from countries like Russia and China, are fueling ongoing interest and investment in the sector.

Raanan mentioned that Cyberstarts has made 22 investments, including unicorns like Wiz and Fireblocks, raising $1.8 billion in recent months. Wiz alone secured $1 billion, bringing its valuation to $12 billion. Since early 2023, four of Cyberstarts' portfolio companies have been acquired for a total of $1.5 billion.

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Cyberstarts shines in global media

Since its inception in 2018, Israeli cybersecurity VC firm Cyberstarts has amassed a combined portfolio valuation of $30 billion with 300% IRR. This accomplishment propelled the company’s founder, Gili Raanan,
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