Cytix
Manchester, United Kingdom
◆ Total Raised
$7M
◆ Stage
series-a
◆ Location
Manchester, United Kingdom
◆ Founded
2020
◆ Team size
11-50
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◆ About Cytix
Cytix is a cybersecurity startup providing a change risk management platform to help organisations assess security implications of software changes in AI-assisted development environments.
◆ What sets it apart
It analyzes every software change in real time and turns AI-generated or automated development activity into governed security decisions instead of relying on periodic penetration tests.[1][3][5]
◆ Sectors
◆ Business
ModelSaaS
CustomerEnterprise security, engineering, and compliance teams at regulated organisations and software-driven companies
◆ Notable
- Raised a $7m (£5.1m) Series A led by Northern Gritstone with participation from Auriga Cyber Ventures and NPIF II.[1]
- Named in Startups 100 2024.[2]
- Works with customers and partners including KPMG, NCC Group, Cambridge University Press & Assessment, Netacea, Protas, and BNVK.[1][3][5]
◆ Backing funds on Raise
- NPIF II – PXN Equity Financeseries-a
- Northern Gritstoneseries-a
◆ Funding rounds
12 Aug 2026
Led by Northern Gritstone
With Auriga Cyber Ventures, NPIF II – PXN Equity Finance
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◆ FAQ
What does Cytix do?
Cytix is a cybersecurity startup providing a change risk management platform to help organisations assess security implications of software changes in AI-assisted development environments.
Where is Cytix based?
Cytix is based in Manchester, United Kingdom, founded in 2020.
How much has Cytix raised?
Cytix has raised $7M in tracked funding and is currently at the series-a stage.
Who has invested in Cytix?
Investors in Cytix include Northern Gritstone, Auriga Cyber Ventures, NPIF II, SFC Capital and Praetura Ventures.