Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity firms, VPNs, and antivirus solutions protecting European businesses and citizens.
Ajax Systems
๐บ๐ฆUkraineAjax Systems completely disrupted the rigid security market by building incredibly beautiful, highly reliable wireless alarms, fire detectors, and water-leak sensors..
Altaro Software
๐ฒ๐นMaltaAltaro Software develops backup and disaster recovery solutions designed for virtualized environments, physical servers, and cloud applications. The company provides backup tools tailored for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and IT departments. Founded in Malta, it was acquired by Hornetsecurity in 2021.
Complytek
๐จ๐พCyprusComplytek develops regulatory technology (RegTech) software for client lifecycle management and compliance. Utilizing machine learning, the platform helps financial institutions with PEP screening, sanctions list checks, transaction monitoring, and KYC/AML onboarding. The firm is based in Cyprus.
Darktrace
๐ฌ๐งUnited KingdomDarktrace revolutionized threat detection by using advanced machine learning to understand the normal "pattern of life" for every user and device on a network, allowing it to autonomously respond to zero-day threats in seconds. Rooted deeply in Cambridge AI research, it provides a highly intelligent, proactive defense system for enterprise networks.
Feedzai
๐ต๐นPortugalFeedzai develops risk management and fraud prevention software for financial institutions. Founded by former space agency engineers, the platform uses machine learning algorithms to analyze transaction data in real time, detecting anomalies and preventing financial crime. The company is headquartered in Coimbra, Portugal.
Fenergo
๐ฎ๐ชIrelandFenergo provides Client Lifecycle Management (CLM) and regulatory technology (RegTech) software for corporate and investment banks. The platform automates compliance workflows, including Know Your Customer (KYC) checks and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) screenings. Evolving out of Dublin, Ireland, the firm was acquired by Bridgepoint and Astorg in 2021.
Hack The Box
๐ฌ๐ทGreeceHack The Box is an online cybersecurity training platform that offers gamified information security education. The platform provides interactive, virtual environments where individuals and enterprise teams can learn offensive and defensive cybersecurity techniques through simulated vulnerabilities. The company is anchored in Athens, Greece.
Lucinity
๐ฎ๐ธIcelandLucinity tackles financial crime through AI-powered anti-money-laundering (AML) software. By utilizing human-centric artificial intelligence, its intelligent system allows banks and businesses to detect fraud efficiently and protect economies worldwide.
Microblink
๐ญ๐ทCroatiaMicroblink builds computer vision software for mobile data extraction and identity verification. Spun out of the same Croatian engineering talent pool that created Photomath, the company develops on-device AI algorithms that allow applications to scan documents, IDs, and credit cards. The platform prioritizes offline, on-device processing to enhance data privacy and speed.
Mullvad VPN
๐ธ๐ชSwedenOperating with an unparalleled commitment to online anonymity, this Swedish VPN provider doesn't even require an email address to create an account..
Nord Security
๐ฑ๐นLithuaniaThe definitive European alternative for digital privacy and security. Nord Security, the creator of NordVPN, offers an impenetrable suite of consumer and enterprise cybersecurity tools. Unlike many US-based security firms, Nord operates from Europe with a strict no-logs policy, providing a highly trusted, independent alternative to massive conglomerate-owned security networks like McAfee, Norton, and ExpressVPN.
ReversingLabs
๐ญ๐ทCroatiaReversingLabs specializes in software supply chain security and file analysis. The company develops tools that scan and analyze files and software packages to detect hidden malware, vulnerabilities, and tampering before deployment. The firm maintains its primary research and development and threat intelligence operations in Zagreb, Croatia.
Tines
๐ฎ๐ชIrelandTines is a no-code automation platform built to streamline cybersecurity workflows and incident response. The software allows security analysts to connect APIs and build automated workflows without writing custom code. The company was founded by security professionals and is based in Dublin, Ireland.
Veriff
๐ช๐ชEstoniaVeriff uses highly advanced, AI-driven computer vision and device analytics to verify users against thousands of government-issued IDs globally. Designed with strict European privacy principles, it serves as a leading European alternative for digital identity verification, offering a highly accurate, compliance-focused challenger to US-based identity networks like Persona and Jumio.
Vision-Box
๐ต๐นPortugalVision-Box designs automated border control gates and digital identity management software. The company manufactures facial recognition hardware and e-gates used in airports, cruise ports, and border crossings. Founded in Lisbon, Portugal, the company was acquired by Amadeus in 2024.
Yubico
๐ธ๐ชSwedenYubico invented the YubiKey, the world's most trusted physical security token, which stops phishing and account takeovers by requiring a physical touch to log in. Driving open, passwordless authentication standards globally, Yubico provides a superior, independent hardware cybersecurity solution.