Milan’s Beelzebub raises €3 million to fight AI-driven cyberattacks with AI-powered hacker traps

Milan-based Beelzebub secures €3 million in seed funding to bolster its AI-powered cybersecurity platform, designed to counter escalating AI-driven cyber threats. The investment, exclusively led by Italian DeepTech VC United Ventures, will fuel expansion of the research team and the establishment of new commercial offices in Rome and San Francisco. This funding underscores the growing urgency for advanced security solutions as sophisticated cyberattacks become increasingly prevalent.

Beelzebub's innovative platform operates on a "continuous breach" premise, deploying AI-driven traps that mimic real infrastructure to ensnare attackers already within a network. The system integrates simulated attacks, deception tactics, and automated threat analysis, offering a dynamic defence that adapts to emerging malware and sophisticated attack methods. This approach aims to provide companies, particularly those regulated under NIS2, with robust protection against advanced cyber adversaries.

The company's technology comprises a three-pronged strategy: Arcangelo for simulated attacks, Beelzebub Managed for deploying LLM-powered traps, and Caronte for rapid AI-driven malware reverse-engineering and incident reporting. Notably, Caronte can operate entirely on-premise, addressing the critical data privacy concerns of enterprises and government bodies. Beelzebub's commitment to developing AI-native security solutions positions it as a key player in Europe's burgeoning digital defence landscape.