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Valarian

London, United Kingdom

series-a$50M raiseddeeptechdefensecloud

Total Raised

$50M

Stage

series-a

Location

London, United Kingdom

Founded

2020

Team size

11-50

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About Valarian

A London-based startup that builds software layers for governments and enterprises to control AI systems and ensure data sovereignty.

What sets it apart

Valarian's ACRA platform provides compartmentalized infrastructure that isolates data and communications with enforced sovereignty, enabling secure operation even in cloud environments or unsecured networks like 5G.

Sectors

deeptechdefensecloudSaaSdual-use technologygovernment-techdefense-tech

Business

ModelSaaS

CustomerRegulated commercial enterprises (banks, pharma, airlines) and government/defense institutions (including NATO member states)

Notable

  • Exited stealth with $20 million total seed funding in May 2025
  • Launched Valarian Defence platform specifically for national security contexts
  • Received investment from U.S. defense firm Scout Ventures (their first non-US/Canada investment)
  • Nick Trim (former COO of Darktrace, acquired for $5.32B) joined as first Chairman

Backing funds on Raise

Funding rounds

13 Jul 2026

Led by NEA, New Enterprise Associates (NEA), New Enterprise Associates

With Lightbank, XTX Markets, Sequel, LitVC, Gokul Rajaram, Nikesh Arora

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FAQ

What does Valarian do?

A London-based startup that builds software layers for governments and enterprises to control AI systems and ensure data sovereignty.

Where is Valarian based?

Valarian is based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2020.

How much has Valarian raised?

Valarian has raised $50M in tracked funding and is currently at the series-a stage.

Who has invested in Valarian?

Investors in Valarian include Scout Ventures, Artis Ventures, Molten Ventures, IQ Capital, MD One and Gokul Rajaram.