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Mindgard

Boston, US · Founded 2022 · 33 employees on LinkedIn · 7 known investors

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Mindgard provides AI security solutions that help enterprises identify, assess, and mitigate threats across AI models, agents, and applications throughout the AI lifecycle. The platform uses offensive security techniques to help organizations understand exposure and reduce risk from AI-driven threats.

AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityEnterprise Software

Founders & leadership

Mindgard was founded in 2022 by Dr. Peter Garraghan.

DPDr. Peter Garraghan
Dr. Peter GarraghanFounder
JBJames Brear
James BrearCEOJames Brear has held CEO roles at multiple cybersecurity and networking firms, including Swimlane (an AI security automation company), Veriflow (intent-based networking), and Procera Networks (NASDAQ: PKT), which he scaled significantly before its acquisition by Francisco Partners. He previously worked in leadership at Cisco, Tasman Networks, and Force10 Networks, and holds a B.A. from UC Berkeley.
APAaron Portnoy
Aaron PortnoyHead of ResearchAaron Portnoy has spent over two decades in cybersecurity research and leadership, including directing the Zero Day Initiative and organizing the first six Pwn2Own competitions, and co-founding multiple security companies. He previously held researcher roles at Dartmouth College and has presented research at venues globally.
RSRich Smith
Rich SmithOffensive Security LeadRich Smith brings over 20 years of cybersecurity and R&D leadership experience, most recently serving as Chief Security Officer at Crash Override where he developed global security strategy and embedded security practices into product development. His background includes extensive work in security engineering, digital identity, GenAI, and vulnerability discovery.
NS
Neeraj SuriFounder
PG
Peter GarraghanFounder
SS
Steve StreetFounder

Investors · 7

.406 Ventureslisted by .406 VenturesBoston · $1M – $4M

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Atlantic Bridge Ventureslisted by Atlantic Bridge VenturesPalo Alto · $1M – $5M

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IQ Capitallisted by IQ CapitalLondon · $1M – $40M

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Osney Capitallisted by Osney CapitalUK · $6.3M

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Album VCreportedLehi · $500K – $3M

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Karma VenturesreportedTallinn · $1.1M – $5.4M

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LakestarreportedZurich · $540K

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Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$8M disclosed across 1 of 2 rounds · 2023–2024

Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.

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In the news

Lancaster University spinout Mindgard lands €26 million to secure enterprise AI systemseu-startups.com · Aug 2026Mindgard Raises $8 Million in Funding | The SaaS Newsthesaasnews.com · Dec 2024UK-based Mindgard raises $8M to protect companies from AI vulnerabilities — TFNtechfundingnews.com · Dec 2024

Frequently asked questions

What does Mindgard do?
Mindgard provides AI security solutions that help enterprises identify, assess, and mitigate threats across AI models, agents, and applications throughout the AI lifecycle. The platform uses offensive security techniques to help organizations understand exposure and reduce risk from AI-driven threats.
Who founded Mindgard?
Mindgard was founded by Dr. Peter Garraghan in 2022.
Who are Mindgard's investors?
Mindgard's investors include .406 Ventures, Atlantic Bridge Ventures, IQ Capital, Osney Capital, Album VC, Karma Ventures, Lakestar.
How much funding has Mindgard raised?
Mindgard has disclosed $8M raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.
Where is Mindgard headquartered?
Mindgard is headquartered in Boston, US.