Venture-Backed Startups

CyGenica develops a targeted intracellular drug delivery technology, the GEENIE platform, to deliver therapeutic molecules into cells more safely and efficiently. Its work focuses on treatments for oncology and rare genetic diseases, serving biopharmaceutical companies developing therapies.

1 investor

Cybersecurity firm protecting mid-sized organizations through automated tools, dedicated advisors, and 24×7 security operations centers.

1 investor

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Cygnetise is a digital application for managing authorised signatories and bank mandates, replacing manual processes with real-time visibility, auditability, and control. It is used by global enterprises for signatory and mandate management.

2 investors

Cygnum Capital is a global investment banking and asset management firm focused on frontier and emerging economies in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. The firm advises on transactions in critical minerals, renewable energy, financial services, infrastructure, power, healthcare, and real estate sectors.

1 investor

Cygnus Med develops the EndoSphinx, an endovascular access system that provides continuous arterial blood pressure monitoring while eliminating blood loss and preventing clotting inside the guiding catheter during endovascular procedures. The device is aimed at clinicians performing endovascular interventions.

1 investor

CYGNVS is a SaaS technology company that helps organizations prepare for cyber crises. The company develops cyber resilience software and processes based on research across leading universities.

1 investor

CYJAX is a cyber threat intelligence provider offering an AI-driven SaaS platform that helps security teams triage, prioritise, and act on threat alerts. Founded in 2013, it serves enterprise and public-sector customers, including UK national policing.

2 investors

Cyklos offers RecySmart Bin, a smart recycling container that uses sound recognition and AI to identify plastic bottles, metal cans, carton, and glass, rewarding citizens with points redeemable for discounts and promotions via an app. It targets businesses such as campsites, gas stations, supermarkets, and public spaces, providing data on customer purchasing and recycling habits.

1 investor

BlackBerry operates two divisions focused on security and innovation: one providing end-to-end encryption and zero-trust identity control for governments and critical industries, and another offering QNX embedded software and real-time operating systems used in over 275 million vehicles worldwide.

6 investors

Arctic Wolf, which acquired Cylance, provides AI-driven endpoint security and security operations services for organizations. The company offers 24/7 monitoring, detection, response, vulnerability management, and security awareness training through its Aurora Platform.

2 investors

Cylera provides a healthcare cybersecurity platform focused on connected medical devices, IoT, and IT assets, giving hospitals and health systems visibility, risk assessment, and threat detection across their environments.

7 investors

Cylerity works in healthcare finance, using data to turn receivables into working capital and reduce operational friction. The company builds financial systems for the healthcare industry rather than relying on legacy models.

2 investors

cylib recovers lithium, graphite, nickel, cobalt, and manganese from used batteries through an advanced recycling process. The company serves the battery and sustainable energy industries, operating pilot and commercial-scale facilities in Germany.

7 investors

Cylinder Health is a data-driven digestive health organization that develops value-based care programs, products, and payment models in the gastrointestinal space. It focuses on clinical care, quality improvement, and reimbursement structures such as bundled and episode-based payments.

7 investors

Vivante Health offers a digital platform providing clinician-backed, personalized care for digestive and gastrointestinal health, covering issues from bloating and women's digestive health to chronic conditions like IBS and IBD. Its services include microbiome testing, custom diet and lifestyle plans, tracking tools, and access to a team of gastroenterologists, dietitians, and health coaches.

3 investors

CyLock is an Italian cybersecurity company specializing in vulnerability assessment, with a patented software called EVA that uses in-house AI to detect vulnerabilities in corporate systems while reducing assessment time. It serves organizations seeking to protect sensitive data, offering penetration testing, application security, and data protection.

2 investors

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Cyltronic builds IO-Link servo actuators — linear axes and electric cylinders that integrate a servo controller, servo motor, and ball screw in a single all-in-one device. The products are aimed at machine and plant builders needing compact, configurable linear motion systems with real-time force and speed control and Industry 4.0 integration.

1 investor

Cylus develops cybersecurity software for rail operators, combining real-time asset visibility and threat detection capabilities across rail system technology environments. The platform enables compliance and risk reduction for rail infrastructure globally.

1 investor

Cymbio connects consumer brands with retail partners through a digital sales platform that integrates with ecommerce systems, ERPs, WMS, and other enterprise software to expand brands' retail distribution and sales channels.

1 investor

Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Foster City, California that discovers, develops, and delivers medicines across virology, oncology, and inflammation. The company is investing $32 billion in U.S. operations through 2030 to expand its research infrastructure and create domestic jobs.

4 investors

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Cymbal built an AI-powered, human-readable blockchain explorer for Ethereum, Solana and Base; its team was acquired by Yahoo in 2025.

4 investors