# Emerging Threats

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/emerging-threats

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Lafayette, US
- Website: www.emergingthreats.net
- Total disclosed funding: $1M
- Latest round: Seed (Jan 22, 2013)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Emerging Threats specializes in providing timely threat intelligence solutions, helping organizations enhance their cybersecurity posture through actionable insights into malicious activities.Emerging Threats, headquartered in Lafayette, US, focuses on threat intelligence services. The company was acquired by Proofpoint on March 2, 2015, for USD 40 mn. Gary Steele is the current CEO, leading the company since its acquisition.Emerging Threat Intelligence (ET) by Proofpoint offers comprehensive threat intelligence solutions aimed at improving organizational security. Their core services include actionable intelligence feeds that identify potentially malicious IP addresses and domains categorized into over 40 classifications, along with extensive metadata on threats. This data assists organizations in understanding potential risks and implementing proactive security measures. Their client base spans enterprises in finance, healthcare, and technology, with products available across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Clients benefit from a user-friendly portal that integrates threat data into existing security systems such as SIEMs and firewalls.Proofpoint generates revenue through subscription-based models, allowing clients continuous access to Emerging Threat Intelligence services under multi-year agreements. Pricing is structured to accommodate various organizational sizes and security needs. Their flagship offerings, including the Proofpoint Splunk Technology Add-on, integrate threat intelligence directly into popular security platforms, fostering direct B2B relationships and partnerships with technology providers.Emerging Threats aims to strengthen its market position by expanding its product offerings and entering new geographic regions. The recent acquisition by Proofpoint will be utilized to enhance product development and market strategies. The company intends to focus on launching new features and services in the upcoming year, while also seeking to penetrate additional markets across Europe and Asia by 2025. Following the acquisition on March 2, 2015, for USD 40 mn, these initiatives will be supported through targeted investments in technology and operational capabilities.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jan 22, 2013, $1M — HALO Capital Group, Elevate Ventures, Lawrence Ventures

## Investors

- HALO Capital Group — Seed
- Elevate Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/elevate-ventures) — Seed
- Lawrence Ventures — Seed