ThreatAware launches Dimension, the governed workspace for building and running security applications. ThreatAware announced the launch of 'Dimension', its governed workspace that provides organisations with a foundation for building, running and managing their own customised security applications. Dimension gives security teams the flexibility to develop applications tailored to their needs, while providing organisations with greater oversight of how those applications access data and interact with live systems. A shadow AI detector, an MFA dashboard, a compliance tracker, or whatever the organisation needs. If a team can describe it, Dimension can build and run it, safely. Rather than adapting workflows to off-the-shelf software, Dimension enables teams to build what fits, with hosting, access controls and approval processes already built in. Every application runs on the same underlying foundation, with single sign-on, user provisioning, roles and permissions, approvals, audit, backups, version control and isolated tenancy already in place. This allows teams to develop applications without having to solve the production and security requirements from scratch each time. Jon Abbott, CEO and Co-Founder, ThreatAware commented: "AI has made it easier for organisations to build applications on the fly. But what teams often overlook is that building an application is only the first step. They need to know what data those applications can access, who is responsible for them, and that they are fully governed. Dimension gives them the freedom to build the tools they need, without compromising on governance or creating another layer of unmanaged technology." Research highlights that security teams are building their own tools faster than they can govern them The launch comes as new research with IT Security Decision Makers reveals how widespread in-house tool building has become, and how far governance lags behind it. * In-house security application development is now the norm: More than three quarters (77%) of respondents say their security teams have used AI coding assistants to build internal security tools in the past 12 months. Work that once took months of development can now be completed in hours. * Governance has not kept pace: Almost half (45%) say self-built tools do not go through the same review and approval process as other software, and 41% have no formal policy, or do not enforce one, for internal security applications built with AI. The result is that organisations are caught between two bad outcomes. Nearly seven in ten (69%) respondents say tools have been delayed or scrapped because of security, governance or compliance concerns, while those that do get through often run without consistent oversight. Abbott commented, "What starts as an attempt to fill a tooling gap either stalls at security review or becomes another layer of unmanaged applications, leaving security teams with the same visibility and governance problems they set out to solve." Dimension allows teams to build and run scalable, fully governed applications Dimension has three core components: Data, Studio and Actions, to take teams seamlessly from prompt to production-ready applications. Data connects via API to the systems an organisation already uses, creating a live data layer. Studio is where applications are built on that data, while Actions enables them to make controlled changes to live systems. Applications can be created using AI Composer, which builds from natural-language descriptions, or through an existing AI coding agent such as Claude Code, connected via the Model Context Protocol (MCP). Teams can also start with an application from the App Library and customise it to suit their needs. Where applications need to take action, such as disabling a user, opening a ticket or updating a cloud configuration, each action must be explicitly configured and approved, and is recorded in an audit log. Applications can only access the data feeds and actions connected to them, helping enforce least-privilege access and maintain oversight of automated activity. Applications are built in shared workspaces, with permissions and version control to support team-wide access and ongoing maintenance, reducing the reliance on individual developers and enabling teams to continue managing and adapting applications as required. Dimension is available now. 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ThreatAware raises $25M to scale cybersecurity with AI. 26 February 2026 Key Takeaways * ThreatAware raised $25 million from growth equity firm One Peak. * The funding will help scale North American operations and accelerate product development. * ThreatAware's platform enhances cyber asset visibility and hygiene for enterprises. ThreatAware has raised a total of $25 million in funding from One Peak, an investment firm that specializes in growth equity investments in high-growth software businesses. The funding serves as a milestone for ThreatAware, as the company has built a considerable reputation. This funding will further ThreatAware's strategic growth in the North American market. Since its inception in 2018, ThreatAware has differentiated itself in the enterprise cybersecurity industry. ThreatAware, however, has used a bootstrap approach, becoming the first company to achieve profitability. The company's approach uses its own patent-pending Timeline Matching technology and more than 150 pre-built integrations. This capability is vital as remote work and cloud adoption widen the attack surface. ThreatAware's data shows that about 10% of devices accessing networks are undetected by existing tools. Meeting increasing demand for cyber asset intelligence. The need for cyber asset intelligence is growing as organizations undergo digital transformations and as cyber threats continue to evolve. Organizations are looking for more methods to achieve a more precise understanding of their security portability. Traditional methods are limited when it comes to identifying a complete scope of devices and configurations across dispersed networks. This is specifically what ThreatAware is trying to solve. ThreatAware's platform is designed with a 30-minute, agentless, no-setup-required deployment, making it designed for organizations who want immediate insights with no complications. They currently serve organizations across North America and the United Kingdom. With the most recent funding round of 25 million dollars, ThreatAware is set to advance its 25 million dollars toward product improvement and innovation. As a result, more organizations will be able to utilize more accurate data and tools of their choosing to clear contemporary cyber threats. Strategic backing from One Peak. One Peak's investment reflects strong confidence in ThreatAware's technology and market position. Humbert de Liedekerke Beaufort highlighted that the ability to stay profitable without external funding is a testament to its potential. One Peak manages billions in assets and has a strong track record of backing enterprise software innovators. The firm's experience helping software companies grow is expected to be a significant asset for ThreatAware. With new funding from One Peak, ThreatAware plans to scale operations in North America as demand grows. The capital will help bring to market a next-generation AI-powered security workspace enabling custom tools in minutes. I'm a crypto writer with 4+ years of experience passionate about turning big, technical ideas into content anyone can understand. From blockchain to stablecoins to everything in between, I enjoy helping readers stay informed in a space that never stops moving. Disclaimer VentureBurn is a media platform covering the latest in cryptocurrency, artificial intelligence, venture capital, and the startup ecosystem. Opinions expressed on VentureBurn are for informational purposes only and do not constitute investment advice. Before making any high-risk investments in digital assets or emerging technologies, readers should conduct their own due diligence. All transactions and financial decisions are made at your own risk, and any losses incurred are solely your responsibility. VentureBurn does not endorse or recommend the buying or selling of any digital assets and is not a licensed investment advisor. Please note that VentureBurn may participate in affiliate marketing programs.