April 2026 | Global AI, Cybersecurity & Startup M&A News – Cyera has acquired Israeli startup Ryft, a fast-rising player in AI-driven data management and security.
While the companies have not officially disclosed the deal value, industry estimates place it between $100 million and $130 million, marking a significant outcome for the early-stage startup.
Strategic Acquisition to Strengthen AI Data Security
The acquisition is aimed at enhancing Cyera’s capabilities in AI security and data governance, a rapidly growing segment within the cybersecurity industry.
Ryft specializes in helping organizations:
- Manage and secure large-scale data environments
- Enable safe adoption of AI and autonomous systems
- Automate data classification, permissions, and optimization
Its platform also tracks how data is used by both humans and AI systems, addressing a critical challenge in enterprise AI adoption.
Strong Return for Early Investors
Founded in 2024 by Yossi Reitblat, Yuval Yogev, and Guy Gadon, Ryft had raised just $8 million in seed funding prior to the acquisition.
The round was led by:
- Index Ventures
- Bessemer Venture Partners
The acquisition represents a strong return on investment and highlights growing demand for AI-native data security solutions.
Leadership Integration & Team Expansion
Post-acquisition:
- Yossi Reitblat will lead Cyera’s AI security division
- Ryft’s engineering team will join Cyera’s AI and data security group
This move will help build a specialized team focused on AI, data governance, and cybersecurity innovation.
Leadership Perspective
Reitblat noted that the company was not actively seeking a sale but was approached by Cyera during a period of strong growth. Long-standing relationships between the teams helped accelerate discussions, eventually leading to the acquisition.
Yonatan Itai, Co-founder and VP R&D at Cyera, emphasized that Ryft’s technology addresses one of the most critical challenges in enabling secure AI adoption. He added that the acquisition allows Cyera to accelerate its roadmap and strengthen its position in AI security.
Cyera’s Rapid Growth & Expansion Strategy
Cyera is one of the fastest-growing companies in the data security and cybersecurity space.
Key Highlights:
- Raised $400 million in Series F funding recently
- Valued at approximately $9 billion
- Total funding exceeds $1.7 billion
- Completed four acquisitions in the last five years
The company’s valuation has tripled within a year, reflecting strong investor confidence and market demand.
Market Outlook: AI Security Becomes Critical
As enterprises increasingly adopt AI, the need for:
- Secure data access
- Automated governance
- Real-time monitoring of AI systems
…is becoming essential.
The acquisition of Ryft positions Cyera to capitalize on this trend by offering end-to-end AI data security solutions.
Ruchi Kumar is the associate editor at Entrepreneur News Network and TVW News India, where she leads editorial strategy, brand storytelling, and startup ecosystem coverage. With a strong focus on innovation, business, and marketing insights, he curates impactful narratives that spotlight India’s evolving entrepreneurial landscape. She has written extensively on fintech, AI and emerging startups.