Exaforce Secures Major Investment to Enhance Security With AI
San Jose-based cybersecurity startup Exaforce has raised $75 million in Series A funding. The round was led by Khosla Ventures, Mayfield Fund, and Thomvest Ventures.

The company is focused on transforming how security operations centers (SOCs) operate by using AI agents to automate routine tasks. These intelligent agents aim to reduce manual work, improve response times, and help teams focus on high-priority threats.

“We’re building a platform where security teams can work side-by-side with AI agents,” said Exaforce CEO and co-founder Ankur Singla. “By combining human oversight with smart automation, we’re cutting down on false alerts and freeing up time for real security work.”

Why AI Matters in Cybersecurity
AI is becoming a key tool in cybersecurity, especially in enterprise environments. Agent-based AI solutions like the ones Exaforce is developing can make teams more efficient and reduce the time needed to detect and resolve threats.

“Automation is quickly becoming essential for modern SOCs,” said Umesh Padval, managing director at Thomvest Ventures. “AI can boost the productivity of security professionals and streamline how teams respond to critical issues.”

Cybersecurity Funding on the Rise
The funding boost for Exaforce comes amid growing investment in cybersecurity startups. In the first quarter of 2025, funding for venture-backed cyber companies hit $2.7 billion—up 29% from the previous quarter.

With its new funding, Exaforce plans to accelerate development of its AI-powered platform and expand its reach across enterprise security teams.