# Unit 221B

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/unit-221b

- Industry: Business Support Services
- Headquarters: New York, US
- Website: www.unit221b.com
- Total disclosed funding: $5M
- Latest round: Seed (Sep 22, 2025)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Based in the US, Unit 221B provides specialized cybersecurity services, including threat intelligence and incident response, tailored for businesses and the gaming sector, ensuring robust protection against cyber threats.Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, Unit 221B is a cybersecurity firm that delivers a broad spectrum of security services. The company has participated in a single funding round, raising USD 5.000 mn in Seed funding on September 22, 2025, led by J2 Ventures and supported by Pipeline Capital. The founder's history is not specified, and there are no mentions of subsidiaries or major business pivots.Unit 221B specializes in cybersecurity, offering services that include cybersecurity assessments, incident response, threat intelligence, and tailored training programs. Their core services also feature penetration testing and red teaming, which proactively identify and address security vulnerabilities. They provide comprehensive ransomware recovery services that focus on forensic analysis and attribution, allowing clients to effectively combat ransomware attacks. Additionally, their Purple Team service integrates offensive and defensive strategies to bolster client security, serving a diverse clientele across North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region, particularly in finance, technology, and gaming industries.Unit 221B's revenue model is based on B2B contracts, focusing on specialized cybersecurity services. Engagements typically involve offering cybersecurity assessments, incident response, and ongoing threat intelligence subscriptions. The company structures its pricing around the complexity and scale of services, including flat fees or retainer agreements for services like ransomware recovery, ensuring a consistent revenue stream from clients in need of comprehensive cybersecurity solutions.In September 2025, Unit 221B secured USD 5.000 mn in Seed funding to enhance its eWitness tool, aimed at better assisting law enforcement in tracking and apprehending cybercriminals. The company plans to expand its market presence by targeting additional regions within North America and the Asia-Pacific, focusing on the gaming and finance sectors. This funding will play a crucial role in driving the development of new products and further supporting the company’s mission to improve cybersecurity measures.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Sep 22, 2025, $5M — J2 Ventures, Pipeline Capital

## Investors

- J2 Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/j2-ventures) — Seed
- Pipeline Capital — Seed