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AUGUST 17, 2026
Fortinet acquires Virtue AI
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Virtue AI
AI runtime protection and automated red-teaming software for enterprise AI models, applications, and autonomous agents, sold to enterprises deploying generative AI at scale.
OwnershipVC-backed
InvestorsLightspeed Venture Partners, Walden Catalyst Ventures, Prosperity7, Factory, Osage University Partners +3 more
Capital raised$30M
Headcount48 FTEs
HeadquartersSan Francisco, California
Sell-side advisor
ACQUIRER
Fortinet
Global cybersecurity leader offering networking and security convergence via the Fortinet Security Fabric platform
Ownership
HeadquartersSunnyvale, California
Buy-side advisor
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