# Armorblox

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/armorblox

- Industry: IT Security/Cybersecurity
- Headquarters: Sunnyvale, US
- Website: www.armorblox.com
- Total disclosed funding: $47M
- Latest round: Series B (Feb 25, 2021)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

Armorblox, Inc., based in the US, provides advanced cybersecurity solutions utilizing Generative AI technology to defend organizations against complex email-based threats such as phishing and account takeovers.Founded in 2017, Armorblox, Inc. specializes in cybersecurity products designed to protect against sophisticated email threats. Headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, the company has secured USD 30 mn in Series B funding as of February 2021, led by Next47 with participation from General Catalyst Partners, Polaris Partners, and Unusual Ventures. The leadership team includes CEO Dj Sampath, who continues to oversee the company's strategic direction.Armorblox specializes in advanced cybersecurity solutions that leverage Generative AI technology to enhance the security posture of organizations. The flagship product focuses on protecting against sophisticated email-based threats, including phishing attacks, business email compromise (BEC), and account takeover attempts. By integrating natural language processing and machine learning capabilities, Armorblox offers automated threat detection and response, ensuring effective risk mitigation associated with email communications. Their solutions cater to a diverse client base from small to large enterprises, primarily in finance, healthcare, and technology sectors, available across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific markets.Armorblox generates revenue through a subscription-based model, providing clients with various pricing tiers tailored to their security needs and organizational size. The structure typically involves annual subscriptions that include access to a comprehensive suite of cybersecurity services, ongoing updates, and customer support. Revenue is directly linked to the adoption of their AI-driven security solutions, which have gained traction among enterprises seeking robust defenses against evolving cyber threats.Armorblox, Inc. plans to utilize the USD 30 mn raised in Series B funding to scale its operations and expand its global workforce. The company is focused on designing upcoming products that will enhance its cybersecurity offerings and plans to penetrate new markets, particularly in Europe and Asia, by 2023. The recent funding is aimed at supporting these growth initiatives and improving service delivery to clients.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Feb 25, 2021, $30M — General Catalyst Partners, N47, Polaris Partners, Unusual Ventures
- Series A, Feb 20, 2019, $17M — General Catalyst Partners, Point72 Asset Management, Mango Capital

## Investors

- General Catalyst Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/general-catalyst-partners) — Series A, Series B
- Point72 Asset Management — Series A
- Mango Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mango-capital) — Series A
- N47 (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/n47) — Series B
- Polaris Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/polaris-partners) — Series B
- Unusual Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/unusual-ventures) — Series B