# TORCH

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Hamburg, Germany
- Website: www.torch.sh
- Latest round: Seed (Nov 25, 2013)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

TORCH GmbH operates as a dynamic tech company specializing in advanced solutions for security management, log analysis, and API protection, catering to diverse industries globally.Founded in 2012 in Hamburg, Germany, TORCH GmbH focuses on delivering innovative security and log management solutions. The company has engaged in two significant deals to date. Its co-founder and CEO has a history of previous entrepreneurial ventures, although specific details about those companies are not available.TORCH GmbH specializes in SIEM (Security Information and Event Management), log management, and API protection, offering a comprehensive suite of tools designed to enhance security and operational efficiency for organizations. Its core offerings include Graylog Enterprise, which integrates advanced features for real-time log analysis, centralized logging, and threat detection, as well as tools for monitoring API usage and mitigating abuse. These products are designed to serve a diverse clientele, including cybersecurity teams and IT departments across industries such as finance, healthcare, and technology. TORCH's solutions aim to address various use cases, from centralized log collection to detecting security threats and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The company's products are marketed to customers in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, catering to businesses seeking robust security and data management solutions.TORCH GmbH generates its revenue primarily through subscription-based pricing models for its software solutions, including its flagship Graylog Enterprise product. Customers typically engage in annual contracts that provide access to the software, with tiered pricing plans that accommodate varying levels of usage and features. The company’s transaction structure is predominantly B2B, with direct sales to organizations requiring advanced logging and security capabilities. Additionally, TORCH offers tiered plans that cater to different organizational needs, ensuring scalability for smaller businesses to large enterprises. Through these transactional relationships, TORCH sustains a steady revenue stream by providing continuous updates, support, and system enhancements to its client base.TORCH GmbH plans to enhance its product offerings with new developments scheduled for launch in the coming year. The company is targeting expansion into the Asia-Pacific and European markets by the end of the next fiscal year. Recent funding from Hasso Plattner Ventures will be utilized to support these initiatives, although specific financial details have not been disclosed.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Nov 25, 2013 — Headline, High-Tech Gruenderfonds, Hasso Plattner Ventures, Texas Atlantic Capital

## Investors

- Headline (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/headline) — Seed
- High-Tech Gruenderfonds (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/high-tech-gruenderfonds) — Seed
- Hasso Plattner Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/hasso-plattner-ventures) — Seed
- Texas Atlantic Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/texas-atlantic-capital) — Seed