Israeli Cybersecurity Startup Zero Networks Raises $55 Million Series C Led by Highland Europe, Total Funding Tops $100 Million

Israeli cybersecurity startup Zero Networks, which focuses on preventing ransomware and other cyberattacks, has raised $55 million in a Series C funding round led by Highland Europe. This latest investment brings the company's total funding to over $100 million. The funding round underscores growing investor interest in cybersecurity firms amid rising global cyber threats. Separately, Merlin Ventures announced it has secured more than $75 million to establish a seed-stage cybersecurity fund. Additionally, Israeli startups continue to make a strong impact in the cybersecurity sector, with 11 Israeli firms recognized among the most promising global cybersecurity companies.