Authentic8

Authentic8

Cloud-based browser for secure, anonymous browsing

Overview

Authentic8 provides secure, anonymous web browsing through its cloud-based Silo Web Isolation Platform, designed for high-risk clients such as government agencies and financial institutions. Its flagship product, Silo for Research, runs a browser inside a secure cloud container to protect users from malware, data leaks, and unauthorized resource use, keeping identity and intent private during online investigations. The service is subscription-based, with customized demos and plans tailored to large organizations. Distinguishing features include browser isolation in the cloud that decouples browsing activity from the user’s local network, reducing exposure to web-based threats and data breaches. The company aims to give organizations safe, private access to the web for investigations and other sensitive activities, while maintaining strong security and compliance requirements.

About Authentic8

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Why Authentic8 is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Government & Public Sector

Enterprise Software

Cybersecurity

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$12M

Headquarters

Redwood City, California

Founded

2010

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What believers are saying

  • Government and enterprise buyers need secure browsing for unmanaged devices and risky networks.[4][7]
  • Silo Shield expands Authentic8 into high-risk community protection with CISA partnership.[1]
  • Vistara’s $12M investment supports refinancing, platform expansion, and broader market reach.

What critics are saying

  • Menlo Security and Island compete in the same browser-isolation procurement cycles.[3]
  • Federal and intelligence buyer concentration exposes revenue to budget freezes and recompetes.[4][1]
  • Cloud-delivered isolation depends on low-latency connectivity and reliable remote browser infrastructure.[5][7]

What makes Authentic8 unique

  • Silo provides **100% web isolation** in a cloud-native execution environment.[2][5]
  • It supports **anonymous OSINT investigations** without revealing analyst identity or intent.[4][1]
  • Sessions run in isolated virtual environments and leave **zero residue** on endpoints.[1][5]

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Total Funding

$12M

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

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Castle Placement
Oct 22nd, 2025
Top 10 Cybersecurity Capital Raises and Investors in the U.S. - October 1st - 15th, 2025

Top 10 cybersecurity capital raises and investors in the U.S. - october 1st - 15th, 2025. Several interesting transactions closed in the Cybersecurity sector over the past two weeks. If you would like more info on these deals or would like to discuss the capital raising market for your company, please contact me. * Field Effect Software, network applications, low-level systems development and cybersecurity analytics platforms that help businesses identify cyber threats, measure threat surface and reduce vulnerabilities, received $3 million of development capital. * 01 Quantumm, post-quantum cybersecurity and remote access solutions, received $1.75 million of development capital from Mr. Tyson Macaulay and other investors through a private placement. * Spirion, information technology (IT) security and data privacy software that strengthens data loss prevention by accurately discovering, classifying, and protecting sensitive data at the source, was acquired by archTIS for $10.23 million. * Authentic8, virtual browser that eliminates cyber risks when using the web, raised $12 million of venture funding through a combination of debt and equity from Vistara Growth. * DeNexus, end-to-end cybersecurity management platform for industrial networks in manufacturing, energy, transportation, data center facilities, and critical infrastructure with cyber-physical assets, raised $19.97 million through a combination of Series A and Series A-1 venture funding from AXA XL, Prosegur Tech Ventures and HCS Capital. * Swimlane, security operations automation and orchestration platform that simplifies and accelerates the management of cybersecurity threats, raised $143 million of venture funding. * Oneleet, full-stack cybersecurity platform that helps businesses prevent cyberattacks, raised $33 million of Series A venture funding in a deal led by Dawn Capital. * Polygraf AI, on-premise AI security platform that detects and prevents AI-driven threats, data leaks, and content manipulation across sensitive environments, raised $9.52 million of venture funding from Datapower Ventures and other investors. * Spearbit, web3 security platform that protects financial and blockchain infrastructure, raised an additional $7.83 million of Seed-1 funding. * Hardshell, cybersecurity platform that safeguards sensitive datasets and ensures secure, compliant deployment of artificial intelligence across critical industries, raised $800,000 of angel funding in the form of SAFE notes. Please contact me if you have any questions or would like to discuss your capital raise: Sources: Information on this page was derived from a variety of sources including Bloomberg, Company Websites, Crunchbase, PitchBook and other news outlets. Castle Placement(R) does not warrant or guarantee this information, nor makes any representations as to the accuracy of the information. For more Risks, see CPGO Risks and Disclaimers.

Vistara Growth
Oct 8th, 2025
Vistara Invests $12M in Authentic8 Growth

Vistara Growth has invested $12M in Authentic8, a cybersecurity company specializing in secure, cloud-based web isolation and anonymous browsing solutions. This investment will help Authentic8 refinance, expand its capital base, and accelerate growth by broadening its technology platform and market reach. Authentic8's flagship product, Silo, is trusted by government and enterprise sectors for digital intelligence and threat engagement.

TechStartups.com
Apr 2nd, 2024
Authentic8 launches Silo Shield program to protect high-risk communities in partnership with CISA

Authentic8, provider of the leading OSINT research platform Silo for Research, today launched their Silo Shield Program to enhance online security for high-risk communities.

ITSecurityWire
May 27th, 2021
Authentic8, Inc. integrated with LifeRaft on May 27th 21'.

Authentic8’s Silo Web Isolation is now embedded directly into LifeRaft’s proprietary security intelligence platform, Navigator, allowing for seamless browsing and secure online investigations, even when researchers explore external links and domains outside of the Navigator platform.

TraceFree Corp.
May 3rd, 2021
McAfee, LLC acquired Light Point Security on Mar 1st 20'.

In March 2020 McAfee acquired browser isolation Light Point Security.

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