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Kevin Mandia sold his cybersecurity company to Google in 2022. He has a fresh $190 million for a new venture

Kevin Mandia secures funding for new AI cybersecurity venture

Kevin Mandia has launched a new AI cybersecurity startup, Armadin, which has successfully raised $190 million in funding, primarily from Accel and Google Ventures. This venture comes four years after Google acquired Mandia's previous company, Mandiant, for $5.4 billion. Mandia aims to leverage his three decades of experience in the industry to address the growing threats posed by AI-enabled cyberattacks.

Key Takeaways

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    Armadin raised $190 million in a funding round led by Accel.

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    The startup has already hired over 60 employees and is working with Fortune 100 companies.

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    Mandia's previous company, Mandiant, was sold to Google for $5.4 billion in 2022.

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Kevin Mandia sold his cybersecurity company to Google in 2022. He has a fresh $190 million for a new venture | Trace