Pantherun Raises $12M to Boost Global Cybersecurity Reach

Pantherun Technologies, a Bengaluru-based cybersecurity firm, has raised US$12 million in Series A funding to accelerate global expansion and boost R&D initiatives.

The funding round was led by Sahasrar Capital Investors and Lucky Investment Managers, with participation from Capital 2B, 8X Ventures, Real Time Angel Fund, and Founders Collective Fund.

The company plans to utilize the funds to strengthen its footprint across North America, Europe, and key Asia-Pacific markets, while deepening its product innovation in cloud, device, edge, and operational technology (OT) security. Around 25 percent of the funding will be allocated toward advancing its proprietary encryption technology, aimed at providing next-generation cybersecurity solutions for connected ecosystems.

Key Highlights

Raised US$12 million in Series A led by Sahasrar Capital and Lucky Investment Managers
Plans global expansion across North America, Europe, and APAC
25 percent of funds allocated to enhance proprietary encryption technology

Founded in 2019 by Srinivas Shekar and Tiffany Chan, Pantherun has emerged as a rising player in India’s cybersecurity landscape, known for its AI-driven threat detection and encryption solutions. The company had previously raised US$7.6 million from investors including Capital2B, GrowX Ventures, SIDBI Venture Capital, Piper Serica, ThinKuvate, and Sanjay Katkar.

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With this funding, Pantherun is poised to expand its global presence, enhance cybersecurity resilience for enterprises, and further its mission to safeguard critical digital infrastructures across industries.