More than a VC.
An Unmatched Platform.
Opening doors for founders who push boundaries.
Merlin Ventures enables exceptional founders to build the next generation of cybersecurity solutions. Through our deep domain expertise, network of hundreds of CISOs and go-to-market muscle, we open doors no other VC can.
Challenge your mind and transform your network at this one-of-a-kind four-day Safari. Join CISOs, founders, and top innovators for breakthrough insights, direct access to visionaries, and conversations that go beyond any conference. Leave changed and ready for what's next.
Challenge your mind and transform your network at this one-of-a-kind four-day Safari. Join CISOs, founders, and top innovators for breakthrough insights, direct access to visionaries, and conversations that go beyond any conference. Leave changed and ready for what's next.
An exclusive gathering of AI-native founders, top-tier CISOs and Merlin's network. Three days of deep-dive sessions, curated dinners, and unscripted conversations that spark the next wave of cybersecurity innovation.
Thirty of the world's most influential CISOs in one room. Intimate, Chatham-House-rule conversations on the macro-threats reshaping enterprise security — and what founders must build to stay ahead.
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Torq Security
"Our decision to partner with Merlin early was intentional and strategic. If you're building something big and enduring, these are the types of partners you want."
Talon Cyber Security
Oxeye Security
"Merlin didn't just write us a check — they became true partners. The network access and strategic guidance they provide is unlike anything we've experienced with other investors."
Cybereason
Orca Security
"From day one, Merlin understood our vision and opened doors we didn't even know existed. Their CISO network alone accelerated our enterprise sales by over a year."
Cyolo
Torq Security
"Our decision to partner with Merlin early was intentional and strategic. If you're building something big and enduring, these are the types of partners you want."
Talon Cyber Security
Oxeye Security
"Merlin didn't just write us a check — they became true partners. The network access and strategic guidance they provide is unlike anything we've experienced with other investors."
Cybereason
Orca Security
"From day one, Merlin understood our vision and opened doors we didn't even know existed. Their CISO network alone accelerated our enterprise sales by over a year."
Cyolo
Torq Security
"Our decision to partner with Merlin early was intentional and strategic. If you're building something big and enduring, these are the types of partners you want."
Talon Cyber Security
Oxeye Security
"Merlin didn't just write us a check — they became true partners. The network access and strategic guidance they provide is unlike anything we've experienced with other investors."
Cybereason
Orca Security
"From day one, Merlin understood our vision and opened doors we didn't even know existed. Their CISO network alone accelerated our enterprise sales by over a year."
Cyolo