Cyber Legend Shlomo Kramer Launches $26M AI Cybersecurity Fund to Battle Rising Threats

Israeli cybersecurity pioneer Shlomo Kramer has committed the bulk of a new $26 million venture fund focused on AI-powered cybersecurity startups.

The fund, dubbed Skinos Ventures, is managed by Yishay Yovel, former strategy chief at Cato Networks where Kramer serves as CEO.

Skinos Ventures Targets AI-Cyber Frontier

Skinos Ventures aims to deploy $2.5 million checks into seed and Series A startups blending artificial intelligence with cyber defenses.

Already, the fund has backed two companies: one in stealth mode and Spectrum, signaling quick action in a competitive landscape.

Kramer, co-founder of Check Point—the firewall giant that reshaped internet security—and Imperva, acts as strategic advisor and foundational investor.

Yovel's motto, "Builders for Builders," promises hands-on guidance in marketing, sales, and scaling, drawing from exits worth billions.

This launch comes as AI amplifies cyber risks, from deepfake phishing to automated attacks, demanding smarter defenses.

Israel dominates global cyber innovation, capturing 20% of private funding despite its small size, fueling a startup ecosystem Kramer helped pioneer.

Beyond capital, Skinos offers rare go-to-market expertise, a non-obvious edge in an oversaturated market where many VCs just write checks.

For everyday users, stronger AI cyber tools mean safer banking, healthcare, and online shopping amid record-breaking hacks.

Looking ahead, the fund positions Israel to lead AI-native security firms, potentially disrupting legacy players as threats evolve.

With Kramer's track record, Skinos could spawn the next unicorns, safeguarding digital life in an AI-driven world.