Cybersecurity firm BotGuard has officially rebranded to Blackwall, a name that embodies strength, protection, and a relentless commitment to securing digital infrastructure. Alongside this transformation, the company has secured €45 million in Series B funding led by Dawn Capital, with participation from MMC. As part of its evolution, Blackwall has invested in the Exact Brand Match (EBM) domain Blackwall.com, ensuring a clearer, more authoritative digital identity that aligns with its global ambitions.
We are thrilled to announce that Blackwall has secured a €45 million Series B funding round, led by Dawn Capital, with participation from our existing investors at MMC. This marks a major milestone in our journey to redefine AI-driven security and web infrastructure. Along with this new round of capital, we have rebranded as Blackwall, a name that reflects our unwavering commitment to fortifying digital landscapes against malicious threats.
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Cyber threats are escalating, with bots now making up 50% of all web traffic and 66% of these automated activities being malicious. Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face increasing risks, yet many cybersecurity solutions remain built for large enterprises, leaving them exposed. The rebrand to Blackwall signals a bold step towards scalable, AI-driven security solutions that address these growing challenges.
Blackwall protects over 2.3 million websites and applications, working closely with Hosting Service Providers (HSPs) and Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to secure their networks. Its flagship security solution, GateKeeper, provides advanced bot detection, L7 DDoS mitigation, and brute-force attack prevention, ensuring businesses stay protected without inflating infrastructure costs.
With fresh funding, the company is set to double its headcount, expand into the U.S. and APAC markets, and invest further in R&D to develop the next generation of security solutions. The acquisition of Blackwall.com reinforces its commitment to building a stronger, more recognisable global brand while making its services more accessible to businesses worldwide.
The company’s origins trace back to Tallinn, Estonia, where co-founder Denis built a simple veggie recipe website, only to see it relentlessly targeted by bots. That frustration sparked the idea that led to the creation of a cybersecurity firm that now has a 65-member global team and over 100 partners worldwide.
With a new identity, a strategic-grade domain, and the backing of major investors, Blackwall is ready to shape the future of cybersecurity, helping businesses fight back against the growing wave of automated threats.
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