Humanix Security Inc. raises $18 million to combat social engineering attacks with AI

Cybersecurity startup Humanix Security Inc. has secured $18 million in funding to enhance its AI platform designed to detect and prevent social engineering attacks, as reported by Silicon Angle.

Humanix Security Inc. specializes in safeguarding the human layer of organizations, focusing on individuals, help desks and customer-facing channels vulnerable to social engineering exploits. Their AI-powered platform utilizes natural-language analysis and behavioral-science insights to monitor live conversations and identify manipulation tactics in real time. The platform provides intervention guidance to employees to mitigate social engineering threats, aiming to transform potential vulnerabilities into secure assets within the organization.

By securing funding from BoldStart Ventures and Acrew Capital Management, Humanix aims to combat human-facing breaches, offering companies enhanced visibility and control over evolving cyber threats.

Source: Silicon Angle