Nyotron is a Santa Clara, CA-based provider of an OS-Centric positive security platform that strengthens endpoint protection for laptops, desktops, and servers. Its PARANOID platform maps legitimate operating system behavior to identify normative pathways that could lead to damage—such as file deletion, data exfiltration, and encryption—and uses that model to detect and prevent attacks. The solution is designed to work alongside antivirus and next-generation antivirus products, serving as a last line of defense against modern state-level attacks. Led by CEO Sagit Manor, Nyotron recently secured funding from Ingram Micro to support growth. The company entered a strategic partnership with Ingram Micro to accelerate its global presence—particularly in the United States—and to build its global channel ecosystem. Nyotron also maintains an R&D office in Israel. Nyotron provides an endpoint cyber security solution centered on its flagship product Paranoid, which the article says stops known and novel attacks including ransomware and advanced persistent threats. The company is led by newly appointed CEO Peter Stewart, with founder Nir Gaist serving as CTO. Nyotron is based in Santa Clara, CA and Herzliya, Israel and serves customers across transportation, government, banking, healthcare and the public sector. The company plans to use the new funding to increase worldwide sales and marketing activities and to expand its current offerings. No operating metrics or revenue figures were disclosed in the article. Leadership and product continuity are emphasized through the founder’s continued technical role and the CEO’s participation in the financing.

Total raised

$31M

Funding rounds

2

Latest round

Equity

Latest activity

Oct 2018