# Isovalent

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Cupertino, US
- Website: www.isovalent.com
- Total disclosed funding: $69M
- Latest round: Series B (Sep 7, 2022)
- Investors on record: 9

## About

Isovalent, Inc., based in Cupertino, US, specializes in optimizing Kubernetes networking and security through innovative eBPF-powered solutions, enhancing cloud-native environments for various enterprises.Founded in 2017 by Dan Wendlandt and Thomas Graf, Isovalent, Inc. develops advanced Kubernetes networking solutions. The company has successfully raised USD 40.00 mn in its SERIES B funding round led by Thomvest Ventures, with other investors including Andreessen Horowitz and Cisco Investments. Its most recent funding round occurred on December 21, 2023, bringing the total amount raised to USD 40.00 mn and current valuation to USD 247.88 mn.Isovalent offers an advanced suite of products and services centered around eBPF-powered Kubernetes networking and security solutions. At the core of their offerings is the Isovalent Enterprise Platform, integrating networking capabilities, security controls, and observability tools designed to enhance cloud-native environments. This platform addresses critical use cases such as secure runtime environments, real-time threat protection, automated compliance, and end-to-end observability, enabling efficient management of complex Kubernetes deployments. Notable clients include Adobe, Confluent, and Imagine Learning, with a focus on markets in North America and Europe.Isovalent's revenue generation model revolves around subscriptions and enterprise partnerships, focusing on B2B transactions. Clients engage by purchasing licenses for the Isovalent Enterprise Platform, which includes features like high-performance networking and security observability. The subscription structure consists of tiered pricing based on node or workload management within the platform, allowing clients to utilize Isovalent's technology for mission-critical applications while ensuring compliance and security throughout their infrastructure.On December 21, 2023, Cisco Systems, Inc. agreed to acquire Isovalent, Inc., completing the transaction in April 2024. The acquisition supports Cisco in enhancing its cloud-based security technology and expanding its service offerings to address cyber threats. Following this, Isovalent plans to leverage its resources in developing new products and enhancing service capabilities.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Sep 7, 2022, $40M — Thomvest Ventures, Andreessen Horowitz, Google Inc., Mirae Asset Capital, M12, Cisco Investments, Mango Capital, Grafana Labs
- Series A, Nov 10, 2020, $29M — Andreessen Horowitz, Google Inc., SV Angel, Cisco Investments

## Investors

- Andreessen Horowitz (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/andreessen-horowitz) — Series A, Series B
- Google Inc. — Series A, Series B
- SV Angel (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sv-angel) — Series A
- Cisco Investments (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/cisco-investments) — Series A, Series B
- Thomvest Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/thomvest-ventures) — Series B
- Mirae Asset Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mirae-asset-capital) — Series B
- M12 (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/m12) — Series B
- Mango Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mango-capital) — Series B
- Grafana Labs — Series B