DSShield secures $54m funding from Merak Capital to expand security operations and technology.
Amount Raised
$54 Million
Round Type
Funding Round
RiyadhInformation TechnologySecurityCyber SecurityNetwork SecurityRisk ManagementCloud SecurityInvestors
Description
Merak Capital has invested $54m in DSShield to support its growth phase. This funding will enhance DSShield's security operations and technology capabilities. The investment aims to position DSShield as a leader in cybersecurity within Saudi Arabia's digital economy. Founded in 2020, DSShield offers comprehensive cybersecurity solutions for critical sectors.
Quick answer
DSShield raised $54 Million in a Funding Round round, dated January 6, 2026. Investors: Merak Capital. DSShield is based in Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia.
- How much did DSShield raise?
- DSShield raised $54 Million in a Funding Round round on January 6, 2026.
- Who invested in DSShield?
- Merak Capital is named as investors in this round.
- What does DSShield do?
- DSShield delivers cybersecurity solutions for organisations where availability, integrity, and compliance are essential to business continuity.
- Where is DSShield based and how big is it?
- DSShield is based in Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia. Fundz records about 108 employees.
- Who are the decision-makers at DSShield?
- Fundz holds 2 contacts at DSShield. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.
Source: Fundz verified event record.
Who else raised in Security and Cyber Security around the same time
Companies in the same sectors as DSShield that raised within 45 days of this round, from Fundz verified event records.
- IntelliGRC raised $3.5M (Seed) on January 31, 2026.
- Mesh Security raised $12M (Series A) on January 28, 2026.
- Rein Security raised $8M (Seed) on January 28, 2026.
- Furl raised $10M (Seed) on January 21, 2026.
- Logpresso raised $12M (Series B) on December 17, 2025.
- Sphinx raised $7.1M (Seed) on February 17, 2026.
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