HEQA Security Overview
HEQA Security is committed to safeguarding data communication against both existing and emerging cyber threats, posed by quantum computers. Led by world-renowned executives from the data protection, quantum communication, and academic domains, the company focuses on building the most cost-effective and scalable carrier-grade quantum key distribution (QKD) offering in the market, while guaranteeing the highest security levels. HEQA Security products are used by world-leading telecom operators, defense organizations, global cloud providers, and financial institutions.
Cumulative Funding Raised Over Time ($)
$1.2MAug 2021
$2.8MAug 2022
$7.8MFeb 2024
$10.3MNov 2021
$11.1MOct 2018
$12.8MSep 2020
Latest News
growth-positive
/PRNewswire/ -- Korea Telecom (KT), one of the largest telecommunications providers in Asia and HEQA Security, a leading cybersecurity company specializing in...
Korea Telecom (KT), a major telecommunications provider in Asia, has partnered with HEQA Security, a cybersecurity company specializing in quantum-safe encryption technologies. This collaboration focuses on developing quantum key distribution (QKD) technologies to enhance KTs secure communication capabilities. The partnership aims to integrate HEQAs advanced QKD systems into KTs infrastructure, ensuring robust protection against emerging cyber threats. The collaboration will be showcased at Quantum Korea 2025. HEQA Securitys local partners, Hanwool Material Science and JinInfra, will support the deployment and technical collaboration. This partnership reflects KTs commitment to future-proofing its network against quantum threats and advancing next-generation cybersecurity standards.
Partners
מי תהיה ה-WIZ של מחר? חברות הסייבר הישראליות שישיגו את האקזיט הגדול הבא | ישראל היום
פריצות למידע רגיש? "פיתחנו טכנולוגיה מהפכנית תוצרת ישראל"
growth-positive
HEQA Security מספקת הגנה מפני ציתות קוונטי - Techtime - חדשות אלקטרוניקה והייטק
HEQA Security, an Israeli cybersecurity company, has begun supplying its solution that protects optical communication systems from data theft by supercomputers and quantum computers. The company has started supplying the system to various customers and is working with leading business and technology partners, including Thales, Cisco, Ciena, Nvidia, and Bezeq. Bezeq plans to use the system to protect its optical fiber network. HEQA Security was founded at the Hebrew University about five years ago and has developed a solution for protecting communication channels based on quantum technology.
CustomersPartnersExpand
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Bezeq to foreshadow Quantum era cyber threats with a HEQA Security strategic partnership
Bezeq, Israels leading telecommunications group, and HEQA Security, a cybersecurity vendor, have partnered to secure Bezeqs fiber optic communication network against quantum hacking threats. Bezeq will deploy an encryption key distribution network, making it the first Israeli telecom to fortify its infrastructure against quantum cyber-attacks. The partnership draws on Bezeqs recognition of the vulnerabilities introduced by quantum and high-performance computers to data security, and HEQA Securitys expertise in quantum physics-based encryption solutions. The collaboration was facilitated by the Jointness Group, a specialist in telecom services and infrastructure.
Partners
| Sector | Cyber Security |
Funding
| Total funding | $12.81M |
| Last funding | $5M |
| Stage | A |
| Rounds | 6 |
| Investors | 3 |
Team Members
6
Employees: 11-50
Web & Social Links
| Website | heqa-sec.com/ |
| Careers | Careers page |
Locations
HaMa'ayan St 2, Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut, 7177871, Israel
Photos & Videos
1 item(s)
HEQA Security Business
Business models
B2G, B2B
Product stage
Released
Employees
11-50
Sector
Cyber SecurityData SecurityTarget Customer
Healthcare & Life SciencesHealthcareProvidersDefense, Safety & SecurityNational SecurityCivilMilitarySecurityPublic SecurityLaw EnforcementHomeland SecurityEnterprise & Professional ServicesITData CentersGovernment & CityGovernmentCommunication ServicesDiversified Telecommunication ServicesFixed LineCable & SatelliteFinancial ServicesFinancial InstitutionsBanksIndustrial ManufacturingDiscrete IndustriesDefenseAerospaceCore Technology
Quantum ComputingCryptographyEncryptionTags (11)
optical-communicationtelecommunicationdata-protectioncyber-securityencryptioncommunicationsdata-centersnetwork-securitycryptographytelecommunication-equipmentquantum-computingGeographic Markets
GlobalHEQA Security Financials
$12.81M
Total funding
Undisclosed
Capital raised
$5M
Last funding
A
Funding stage
6
Total rounds
3
Investors
Cumulative Funding Raised Over Time ($)
$1.2MAug 2021
$2.8MAug 2022
$7.8MFeb 2024
$10.3MNov 2021
$11.1MOct 2018
$12.8MSep 2020
Private Equity Funding
A Round
Feb 2024
$5M
VentureIsrael, OurCrowd
Undisclosed Round
Aug 2022
$1.6M
OurCrowd
Undisclosed Round
Nov 2021
$2.5M
OurCrowd (Lead)
,
VentureIsrael
Seed
Aug 2021
$1.2M
Seed
Sep 2020
$1.7M
VentureIsrael, OurCrowd
Pre-Seed
Oct 2018
$810K
Labs/02
HEQA Security Lifecycle
Cumulative Funding Raised Over Time
$1.2MAug 2021
$2.8MAug 2022
$7.8MFeb 2024
$10.3MNov 2021
$11.1MOct 2018
$12.8MSep 2020
All Events
A Round
Feb 2024
$5M
VentureIsrael, OurCrowd
Undisclosed Round
Aug 2022
$1.6M
OurCrowd
Undisclosed Round
Nov 2021
$2.5M
OurCrowd (Lead)
,
VentureIsrael
Seed
Aug 2021
$1.2M
Seed
Sep 2020
$1.7M
VentureIsrael, OurCrowd
Pre-Seed
Oct 2018
$810K
Labs/02
HEQA Security News
12 articles
growth-positive
/PRNewswire/ -- Korea Telecom (KT), one of the largest telecommunications providers in Asia and HEQA Security, a leading cybersecurity company specializing in...
Korea Telecom (KT), a major telecommunications provider in Asia, has partnered with HEQA Security, a cybersecurity company specializing in quantum-safe encryption technologies. This collaboration focuses on developing quantum key distribution (QKD) technologies to enhance KTs secure communication capabilities. The partnership aims to integrate HEQAs advanced QKD systems into KTs infrastructure, ensuring robust protection against emerging cyber threats. The collaboration will be showcased at Quantum Korea 2025. HEQA Securitys local partners, Hanwool Material Science and JinInfra, will support the deployment and technical collaboration. This partnership reflects KTs commitment to future-proofing its network against quantum threats and advancing next-generation cybersecurity standards.
Partners
מי תהיה ה-WIZ של מחר? חברות הסייבר הישראליות שישיגו את האקזיט הגדול הבא | ישראל היום
פריצות למידע רגיש? "פיתחנו טכנולוגיה מהפכנית תוצרת ישראל"
growth-positive
HEQA Security מספקת הגנה מפני ציתות קוונטי - Techtime - חדשות אלקטרוניקה והייטק
HEQA Security, an Israeli cybersecurity company, has begun supplying its solution that protects optical communication systems from data theft by supercomputers and quantum computers. The company has started supplying the system to various customers and is working with leading business and technology partners, including Thales, Cisco, Ciena, Nvidia, and Bezeq. Bezeq plans to use the system to protect its optical fiber network. HEQA Security was founded at the Hebrew University about five years ago and has developed a solution for protecting communication channels based on quantum technology.
CustomersPartnersExpand
growth-positive
Bezeq to foreshadow Quantum era cyber threats with a HEQA Security strategic partnership
Bezeq, Israels leading telecommunications group, and HEQA Security, a cybersecurity vendor, have partnered to secure Bezeqs fiber optic communication network against quantum hacking threats. Bezeq will deploy an encryption key distribution network, making it the first Israeli telecom to fortify its infrastructure against quantum cyber-attacks. The partnership draws on Bezeqs recognition of the vulnerabilities introduced by quantum and high-performance computers to data security, and HEQA Securitys expertise in quantum physics-based encryption solutions. The collaboration was facilitated by the Jointness Group, a specialist in telecom services and infrastructure.
Partners
growth-positive
QuantLR Partners With MedOne to Test and Validate a QKD Solution to Protect Against Quantum Computer Attacks
QuantLR Ltd, an Israel-based Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) company, has successfully operated its QKD system with MedOnes Data Center infrastructure. QKD is a proven technology that provides the highest level of security for data in transit. The collaboration with MedOne, a leading data center service provider, is important for securing information to and from data centers. The successful test was conducted over a distance of more than 35km. The QKD solution offered by QuantLR is critical to address the vulnerability of current network security systems. MedOne plans to be the first data center service provider to offer a QKD solution to secure its clients data.
Partners
growth-positive
QuantLR Secures Next-Generation Data Centers Against Data Breaches and Cyber Attacks With NVIDIA
QuantLR Ltd has integrated its Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) technology with NVIDIAs networking offerings, paving the way towards a quantum-secured data center. The project was conducted within the framework of a consortium partially funded by the Israel Innovation Authority and the Israel Ministry of Defense. The integration of QuantLRs QKD system with NVIDIAs ConnectX-6 NICs was achieved using the ETSI REST-based key delivery API. The collaboration with NVIDIA accelerates QuantLRs development process and positions them as a significant player in the quantum encryption market, which is predicted to reach sales volumes of over $7 billion in 2025.
PartnersCustomers
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HUB Security to provide the Israeli Ministry of Defense with new quantum security solution
HUB Security is partnering with QuantLR to develop a quantum security solution for the Israeli Ministry of Defense. The solution will provide user identification capabilities and encryption of sensitive information in a cloud environment. This breakthrough in the cybersecurity field will enable companies to work with highly classified information in cloud environments with confidence. HUB Security specializes in unique cybersecurity solutions and operates in over 30 countries.
PartnersCustomers
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VentureIsrael Invests in Israeli Startup QuantLR, Developer of the World's Most Cost Affordable Quantum Cryptography Solution
Israeli deep tech fund VentureIsrael participated in an investment round for Israeli startup QuantLR, which has developed an affordable Quantum Cryptography solution. The investment will be used for R&D and commercialization of QuantLRs technology. The solution offers a 90% cost reduction compared to previously deployed solutions. VentureIsraels Managing General Partner, Roman Gold, expressed excitement about supporting QuantLRs vision. QuantLRs CEO, Shlomi Cohen, stated that they are in excellent momentum to present one of the most advanced Quantum Cryptography platforms. VentureIsrael is an early-stage deep tech fund that focuses on startups with high-demand technology solutions. The company is based in Israel, and its core innovation comes from quantum physicists at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Investment
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QuantLR's Successfully Deployed Proof-of-concept Platform Is a Major Breakthrough in Low-cost, Ultimately Secure Quantum Key Distribution - Quantum Safe Networking Is Now a Reality
QuantLR, a Quantum encryption company, has announced a breakthrough technology that enables worldwide deployment of low-cost, ultimately secure quantum key distribution (QKD) solutions. The company successfully deployed a proof of concept (POC) showing that QKD can be achieved at a 90% cost reduction compared to previously deployed solutions. This breakthrough addresses the major cost issue inhibiting the mass deployment of QKD. QKD is the only proven protocol to stay secure even after the deployment of Quantum Computers, which pose a major security threat to data communication. The technology developed by QuantLR allows for the long overdue worldwide deployment of secure QKD. The company is based in Jerusalem and was founded in October 2018.
Customers
growth-positive
QuantLR Partners with PacketLight Networks to Secure Next-Generation Networks Against Data Breaches and Cyber Attacks
Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) company, QuantLR LTD, and optical network company, PacketLight Networks LTD, have announced a partnership to develop an integrated QKD solution for a more secure optical network. The announcement follows the signing of a Letter of Intent between the two companies to cooperate and share information for the development of the QKD solution. The solution will be demonstrated at the site of one of PacketLight Networks’ customers. The quantum encryption market is predicted to reach a sales volume of more than $24Bn in 2025.
Partners
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Employee Info
| Employees (range) | 11-50 |
| Exact count | 23 |
| Team members | 6 |
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| Confidence | 99/100 |
| Missing | markets |
| BI Verification | Yanina Wainscheinker |
| Registrar ID | 515671394 |
| Crunchbase | quantlr |
| Last updater | Yanina Wainscheinker |
| Updater email | yanina.wainscheinker@sncentral.org |
| Last update | 2024-05-09T00:00:00.000Z |
| Created | 2018-02-04T00:00:00.000Z |
| Claimed | Yes |