Glilot Capital, one of Israel’s top-performing venture capital firms, has announced a $500 million fundraise from global financial institutions across the United States, Europe, and Israel. The raise brings Glilot’s assets under management to more than $1 billion, reinforcing its focus on cybersecurity, AI, and enterprise software through both its Glilot Seed and Glilot Plus funds.
“This raise reflects the confidence global financial institutions have in our unique investment model and track record of performance,” said Kobi Samboursky, Co-Founder & Managing Partner. “We are proud to partner with investors who share our vision of supporting extraordinary entrepreneurs building disruptive technologies that shape the future of enterprise software and cybersecurity.”
Alongside the fundraise, Glilot expanded its leadership bench, naming Rinat Remler as its newest partner. She joins as an operating partner tasked with helping portfolio companies scale globally and strengthen their operational foundations.
“We are thrilled to welcome Rinat Remler as our newest partner,” said Co-Founder & Managing Partner Arik Kleinstein. “Rinat brings deep operational expertise and a strong track record of working alongside founders to scale globally. Her addition strengthens our ability to provide hands-on support for entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey.”
A Proven Record of Results
Founded in 2011, Glilot has achieved 22 exits to date, including an unmatched 8-for-8 record in its debut fund. Its portfolio includes companies like AtBay, the cyber insurance leader; UpStream, focused on automotive cybersecurity; and ScaleOps, a rising force in FinOps. Successful exits such as Cider Security (acquired by Palo Alto Networks) and IntSights (acquired by Rapyd7) have reinforced Glilot’s reputation for identifying category-defining companies early.
Recent financing rounds underscore that momentum. AI security startup Noma raised a $100 million Series B, while ScaleOps secured $58 million. These rounds further provide evidence of Glilot’s ability to back startups poised for growth in high-demand markets.
“These outcomes highlight Glilot’s ability to identify market-defining startups early and provide the resources and strategic connections needed for accelerated growth,” the company noted in its press release.
Inside the Value Creation Engine
What sets Glilot apart is its structured Value Creation program, designed to help portfolio companies reach product-market fit (PMF) at “hypersonic speed.” The program gives founders access to a network of advisors, potential customers, and real market feedback on product strengths, differentiation, and pricing strategy.
The process unfolds in three phases. First, founders work with Glilot to outline their PMF hypothesis, grounded in real data about target markets and differentiation. Next, they go through five acceleration rounds, leveraging tailored customer discussions to challenge assumptions and refine strategy. Finally, once PMF is achieved, Glilot supports scale and helps companies make executive hires, build pipelines, and establish repeatable processes.
By making Value Creation its largest department, Glilot’s role goes beyond providing capital. It’s about compressing the time it takes for entrepreneurs to validate, adjust, and scale their ideas. “This new capital not only validates our past performance but also empowers us to continue and grow our Cyber and AI philosophy,” Samboursky said. “We deeply believe in the Israeli ecosystem and will continue to lead investments in the best local and global talent.”
Positioned for the Next Era of Growth
Glilot’s $500 million raise and the appointment of Rinat Remler mark a strategy designed to meet the evolving needs of founders in a highly competitive market. With cyber threats escalating and AI adoption accelerating, startups need speed, focus, and the right connections.
By combining new capital with a hands-on Value Creation program and expanding its leadership, Glilot Capital is positioning itself to continue shaping the next generation of technology leaders and helping entrepreneurs not just build companies, but define industries.