DataGuard is a technology company.
DataGuard has raised $60.0M across 1 funding round.
DataGuard has raised $60.0M in total across 1 funding round.
DataGuard has raised $60.0M in total across 1 funding round.
DataGuard's investors include 83North, Alven, Atomico, Bessemer Venture Partners, General Catalyst, La Famiglia, Serena Capital, Team8, Alexis Le-Quoc, Bastian Nominacher, Christian Reber, Florian Douetteau.
DataGuard is a technology company specializing in security and compliance software, providing an AI-powered platform that automates risk management and regulatory compliance processes. Its software suite helps organizations create and maintain information security management systems (ISMS) and compliance management systems (CMS), enabling compliance with standards such as ISO 27001, TISAX, NIS2, SOC2, GDPR, and the EU Whistleblower Directive. DataGuard primarily serves over 4,000 organizations, including mid-sized enterprises and corporates across more than 50 countries, helping them reduce the time and cost associated with maintaining data privacy, information security, and compliance[1][2][4][5].
Founded in 2017 in Munich, Germany, by co-founders Thomas Regier and Kivanç Semen, DataGuard emerged from the founders’ vision to simplify and automate complex compliance and security processes. Leveraging extensive expertise in security and compliance, the company has evolved its focus to combine expert consultancy with AI-driven automation, achieving a 100% success rate in fast-tracking certifications and compliance for its clients. The company’s growth has been marked by continuous innovation in AI-powered workflow automation and expanding its global footprint[1][5].
DataGuard rides the growing global trend of increasing regulatory scrutiny around data privacy and information security, driven by evolving regulations like GDPR, CCPA, and the EU Whistleblower Directive. The timing is critical as organizations face mounting pressure to protect sensitive data and demonstrate compliance efficiently. Market forces such as digital transformation, cloud adoption, and rising cyber threats amplify the demand for automated, scalable compliance solutions. DataGuard influences the ecosystem by enabling organizations to operationalize compliance and security at scale, reducing risk exposure and fostering trust with customers and regulators[1][2][4].
Looking ahead, DataGuard is poised to expand its AI capabilities and deepen its integration of expert consultancy to maintain leadership in compliance automation. Trends such as increased regulatory complexity, AI governance, and cybersecurity resilience will shape its product evolution. The company’s influence is likely to grow as it helps organizations navigate new compliance challenges and embed security into business processes seamlessly. DataGuard’s combination of technology and expertise positions it well to remain a critical partner in the global compliance and security landscape[1][4][5].
DataGuard has raised $60.0M across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $60.0M Series B in September 2022.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2022 | $60.0M Series B | 83North, Alven, Atomico, Bessemer Venture Partners, General Catalyst, La Famiglia, Serena Capital, Team8, Alexis Le-Quoc, Bastian Nominacher, Christian Reber, Florian Douetteau, Gloria Baeuerlein, Jeppe Rindom, Jonas Rieke, Omri Dahan, Susanna Campbell |