Cyabra, a rising star in the battle against online manipulation, has made two major power plays: welcoming former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to its board and securing a fresh $5.7 million funding injection.
These moves signal the company’s determination to become a global leader in safeguarding online spaces from disinformation and malicious actors.
Pompeo, known for his hawkish stance on cybersecurity and foreign policy, brings a wealth of experience to Cyabra’s board. His expertise in intelligence gathering and counter-terrorism is expected to be invaluable in the fight against AI-driven disinformation campaigns that threaten democracies and businesses alike.
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“Vigilance is key to national security,” stated Pompeo in a Cyabra press release. “Cyabra’s proactive approach to threat detection aligns perfectly with this mission. I’m excited to work with them to build a digital immune system against online manipulation.”
This news comes from Cyabra’s impressive 20x revenue growth over the past two years. The company, recognized by Wired Magazine as one of the “Hottest Startups,” attracts clients from both the enterprise and public sectors, with recent additions including Singaporean media giant Mediacorp and various government agencies.
“We are thrilled to welcome Mike Pompeo on board,” declared Cyabra CEO Dan Brahmy. “His insights and guidance will be crucial as we develop cutting-edge solutions to combat disinformation and protect communities online.”
The $5.7 million funding round, led by Jerusalem-based venture platform OurCrowd, brings Cyabra’s total funding to $16 million. This fresh capital will fuel the company’s R&D efforts, global expansion, and development of new tools to detect and dismantle sophisticated disinformation campaigns.
“It’s a rare opportunity to collaborate with someone of Mike’s caliber,” commented Jon Medved, Founder and CEO of OurCrowd. “His presence strengthens Cyabra’s leadership in this critical field, where the security of nations and companies hangs in the balance.”
Cyabra’s focus on social media, the “new attack surface” for bad actors, sets it apart. Its proprietary AI technology exposes malicious actors, uncovers bot networks, and scrutinizes manipulated content, providing actionable insights to governments, organizations, and the public.
With Pompeo’s strategic expertise and a new financial war chest, Cyabra is poised to make significant waves in the fight against online manipulation. Whether safeguarding elections, protecting brands, or defending online discourse, Cyabra is firmly on the front lines, building a safer and more truthful digital world.
