Inside the cybersecurity investment world - ISTARI Spotlight
"An investment in knowledge pays the best interest." – Benjamin Franklin
Cybersecurity companies have reached unprecedented market capitalisations. Palo Alto Networks was the first cybersecurity company to reach $100bn in valuation. Wiz has become the fastest-growing software company ever, scaling from $1M to $100M annual recurring revenue in just 18 months.
This is spurring founders to create new cybersecurity companies in the hope of cashing out big time. But are these remarkable successes attainable for most founders?
In this month’s #Spotlight, we’re delving into the world of cybersecurity investments to find out. We’re looking at current cybersecurity investment trends, why most exits are not life-changing for founders, and the dark side of investing in cybersecurity companies.
Many cybersecurity founders are hoping for a life-changing exit. But most exits will not bring them immeasurable wealth.
Public cybersecurity companies have reached record market capitalisations. What is behind their growth?
A cyber investor is accused of awarding points worth tens of thousands of dollars to CISOs for working with the fund's portfolio companies. Is that model ethical?
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