Island raises $400 million at $6.4 billion valuation
Island, a Dallas‑based browser security startup, announced a $400 million funding round that values the company at $6.4 billion. The round was led by Evolution Equity Partners, and CEO Mike Fey said the capital will be used to boost research and development and expand the company’s presence in Europe, Asia and the Middle East.
Key points
- Island secures $400 million in funding, valuing it at $6.4 billion.
- CEO Mike Fey says workforce will grow from 1,000 to 1,500 by mid‑2027.
- Customers include Pfizer, Chipotle, American Airlines, and major banks.
The company plans to grow its workforce from 1,000 to 1,500 employees by the middle of next year. Island’s customer list now includes Pfizer, Chipotle, American Airlines and several major banks. The firm is best known for its enterprise browser that lets businesses monitor and control browser activity, a feature that has become increasingly important as AI‑driven attacks—such as OpenAI’s agent‑orchestrated assault on Hugging Face—have highlighted the need for stronger security.
Island faces competition from established players like Palo Alto Networks and a growing number of startups, but it argues that its simple, secure platform will appeal to companies looking to streamline tools and protect future workforces.
Cyber startup Island hits $6.4 billion valuation in new round as AI attacks fuel spending wave
CNBC Technology · 24 September 2026
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