Key Points
- Israeli cybersecurity firm Torq raised $140 million in Series D funding and reached a $1.2 billion valuation.
- The AI-driven SOC platform automates threat detection and response for large enterprises, with major global customers already onboard.
- New capital will fuel U.S. expansion, platform enhancements and talent growth as AI security demand rises.
Israeli cybersecurity startup Torq said it has raised $140 million in new funding, bringing its valuation to about $1.2 billion and cementing its position as a tech “unicorn.” The Tel Aviv-based company plans to use the fresh capital to accelerate adoption of its AI-driven security operations center (SOC) platform and expand into the U.S. market, where demand for automated cyber defense tools remains strong.
Torq, founded in 2020, leverages artificial intelligence to help organisations better detect, investigate and respond to security threats at scale. Its platform uses autonomous software agents to automate repetitive security tasks, allowing human analysts to focus on complex incidents and strategic work. The company said its technology appeals to large enterprises and is already used by global firms such as Marriott, PepsiCo, Procter & Gamble, Siemens, Uber and Virgin Atlantic.
The latest Series D funding round was led by Merlin Ventures, with continued support from existing backers including Evolution Equity Partners, Bessemer Venture Partners, Notable Capital and Greenfield Partners. Torq’s total fundraising to date now stands at $332 million, highlighting sustained investor confidence in its growth trajectory.
Torq’s rise to a $1.2 billion valuation reflects broader industry trends where investors are placing heavy bets on AI-enabled cyberdefense solutions. With cyber threats becoming more frequent and complex, companies increasingly seek platforms that combine automation with advanced threat detection technologies. Industry analysts say this spotlight on AI augmentation in security could drive further consolidation and innovation in the sector.
CEO and co-founder Ofer Smadari said the new funding will help Torq “define and dominate the AI SOC market,” underscoring the startup’s ambition to lead in automated security operations. The company also plans to scale its workforce and enhance product capabilities, particularly for large enterprise and government clients that require robust, scalable protection.
The cybersecurity investment climate has remained active as organisations prioritise resilience against increasingly sophisticated attacks. Torq’s funding round arrives amid a competitive landscape of security startups leveraging machine learning, autonomous responses and cloud-native architectures to offer faster, more efficient protection. As threats continue evolving, Torq’s AI-centric approach could position it well for further growth and potential public markets interest down the line.
