Repello AI Secures $1.2M Seed Funding to Advance Generative AI Security

Repello AI, an AI-driven cybersecurity startup founded in 2024 by Aryaman Behera and Naman Mishra, has raised approximately $1.2 million in a seed funding round led by Venture Highway, with participation from Pi Ventures, Entrepreneur First, and notable angel investors including Meta board member Charles Songhurst. The company specializes in proactive security solutions for generative AI systems through its flagship platforms ARTEMIS and Repello Guard, which simulate large-scale adversarial attacks and provide real-time monitoring and mitigation of AI vulnerabilities such as prompt injections and data leaks. With engineering and R&D teams based in Bengaluru and commercial operations in San Francisco, Repello aims to address the accelerating adoption of AI by enhancing product capabilities, expanding threat intelligence, and scaling go-to-market efforts globally. The funding will support product development, strategic partnerships, and deeper research in offensive security testing, enabling enterprises to shift from reactive cybersecurity measures to a proactive defense posture against evolving AI threats. Repello's approach reflects a broader industry need to secure AI infrastructure as generative AI systems become integral across multiple sectors. The startup is also focusing on expanding its international footprint, especially in North America and emerging markets.