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Ocean raises $28M to combat AI phishing
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- →Ocean addresses the growing threat of AI-powered phishing attacks.
- →The startup's tailored AI approach offers a scalable solution for email security.
- →With significant funding, Ocean is poised to challenge established cybersecurity vendors.
Ocean, a startup focused on combating AI-driven phishing attacks, has raised $28 million in funding. Founded by Shay Shwartz, a former hacker turned cybersecurity expert, Ocean uses AI to analyze email context and detect sophisticated phishing attempts. The funding round was led by Lightspeed Venture Partners, with participation from other investors. Ocean's platform is already in use by companies like Kayak and Kingston Technology, reviewing billions of emails monthly. This positions Ocean as a significant player in the evolving landscape of email security.
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