Alterya
acquired by ChainalysisYC S22Tel Aviv-Yafo, IL · Founded 2022 · 30 employees · 1 known investors
Acquired by Chainalysis January 2025 · $150M (Pre-transaction AI scam/fraud intelligence across fiat and crypto identifiers.) · source ↗
Alterya provides fraud detection software for financial institutions, fintech companies, and cryptocurrency platforms to identify and block scams that target their customers.
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S22)
Alterya was founded in 2022 by Elad Fouks and Shahaf Gonen.
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Elad FouksinCEO & Co-Founder2022–2025Elad Fouks led a cybersecurity group within the 8200 intelligence unit and managed cross-functional teams in R&D and intelligence roles. He previously served as a senior officer in special operations.
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Shahaf GoneninCo-Founder & CTO2022–2025Shahaf Gonen completed the Talipot Elite Program and led a cybersecurity team at the Israeli military intelligence unit 8200, working with R&D and intelligence departments. He previously worked at Google.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Alterya do?
- Alterya provides fraud detection software for financial institutions, fintech companies, and cryptocurrency platforms to identify and block scams that target their customers.
- Who founded Alterya?
- Alterya was founded by Elad Fouks, Shahaf Gonen in 2022.
- Who are Alterya's investors?
- Alterya's investors include Y Combinator.
- Who acquired Alterya?
- Alterya was acquired by Chainalysis.
- Where is Alterya headquartered?
- Alterya is headquartered in Tel Aviv-Yafo, IL.